Knife Safety
Cutting boards are mandatory
True
Is the sharp portion of the blade that runs from the point to the end of the heel.
Edge
What are majority of knives made out of?
Steel
Cutting food into cubes
to Dice
Cutting downward is the correct way to use a knife
True
This portion of the blade is used for slicing and delicate cutting
Tip
Has a row of teeth, used to cut bread
Serrated/bread knife
This precision cut is a very fine dice.
Mince
Should you try to catch a knife when it is falling
NO
The part of the knife that you need to feel comfortable in your hand
Handle
What is a DISADVANTAGE of using a dull knife?
Slipping, more pressure to cut
A stick cut with dimensions of 1/8" x 1/8" x 2 1/2"
Julienne
The first step after using a knife
Wash it/ Clean it
top of the blade, directly opposite from the edge. Should face you when placed on cutting board
Spine
How should you store knives?
in a sleeve, block, or roll
A stick cut with dimensions of 1/4" x 1/4" x 2 1/2"
Batonnet
Keeping your fingers tucked away, using your knuckle to guide your knife
the claw technique
Is the rear part of the cutting edge of the blade. Cuts through large or tough foods when force is needed.
Heel
What are the advantages of a sharp knife?
Safe, Food prep is easier
A dice cut, dimensions are 1/2" x 1/2" x 1/2"
Medium Dice