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How to Slice Kielbasa (Coins, Bias Cuts and Butterflied)
How to Slice Kielbasa (Coins, Bias Cuts and Butterflied)
How to cut kielbasa and other smoked sausage into coins, bias slices, half-moons and butterflied links for skillets, soups, grilling and appetizers.

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How to Cut Halloumi for Grilling and Frying
How to Cut Halloumi for Grilling and Frying
How to slice halloumi into slabs, cubes and sticks for grilling, pan-frying and skewers, plus tips for a golden crust that does not stick.

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How to Cut Fresh Figs (Halves, Quarters and Slices)
How to Cut Fresh Figs (Halves, Quarters and Slices)
How to trim and cut fresh figs into halves, quarters and slices for cheese boards, salads and roasting, plus how to tell when figs are ripe.

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How to Cut Paneer Into Cubes (Without Crumbling)
How to Cut Paneer Into Cubes (Without Crumbling)
How to cut paneer into neat cubes, slabs and strips for curries, tikka and stir-fries, and how to keep it soft and stop it from crumbling.

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How to Cut Napa Cabbage for Kimchi, Stir-Fry and Slaw
How to Cut Napa Cabbage for Kimchi, Stir-Fry and Slaw
How to cut napa cabbage into wedges, quarters, ribbons and bite-size pieces for kimchi, stir-fries, soups and slaws.

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How to Cut Fudge Into Clean, Even Squares
How to Cut Fudge Into Clean, Even Squares
How to cut fudge into neat, even squares without cracking or crumbling: lining the pan, setting times, warming the knife and cutting technique.

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Gifts for In-Laws Who Cook
Gifts for In-Laws Who Cook
Safe, thoughtful kitchen gifts for in-laws who love to cook: a carving set for the host, a teak board, shears and a chef knife at different budgets.

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How to Trim and Cut Asparagus
How to Trim and Cut Asparagus
How to trim woody asparagus ends with a knife, when to peel thick spears, and how to cut asparagus into pieces, bias cuts and shavings.

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How to Cut Radishes: Slices, Wedges, Matchsticks and Garnishes
How to Cut Radishes: Slices, Wedges, Matchsticks and Garnishes
How to trim and cut radishes into thin slices, wedges, matchsticks and simple garnishes, including daikon and watermelon radishes.

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How to Trim and Cut Green Beans Fast
How to Trim and Cut Green Beans Fast
How to trim green beans in bunches instead of one by one, plus how to cut them on the bias or into pieces for casseroles, salads and stir-fries.

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How to Peel and Cut Turnips
How to Peel and Cut Turnips
How to peel and cut turnips into cubes, wedges, sticks and slices for roasting, mashing and soups, plus how to prep turnip greens.

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How to Cut Collard Greens (Stem, Stack, Roll and Slice)
How to Cut Collard Greens (Stem, Stack, Roll and Slice)
How to wash, de-stem and cut collard greens into ribbons for braising, sautéing or salads, with tips on handling the tough center rib.

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How to Slice Leftover Turkey for Sandwiches and Meals
How to Slice Leftover Turkey for Sandwiches and Meals
How to slice leftover turkey cleanly: when to carve it off the bone, slicing cold breast thin for sandwiches, storing it safely and reheating without drying it out.

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How to Slice Pot Roast (Against the Grain, Without Shredding)
How to Slice Pot Roast (Against the Grain, Without Shredding)
How to slice pot roast into neat pieces: resting, finding the grain, when to slice versus shred, and the best knife for braised beef.

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How to Cut Pie Into Clean Slices (Fruit, Cream and Pumpkin)
How to Cut Pie Into Clean Slices (Fruit, Cream and Pumpkin)
How to cut clean slices of pie: cooling times, the best knife for crust, how to cut pumpkin, fruit and cream pies, and how to get the first slice out whole.

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Gifts for a Girlfriend Who Cooks
Gifts for a Girlfriend Who Cooks
Gift ideas for a girlfriend who loves to cook, from a stunning Damascus-style knife to a teak board, nakiri and practical kitchen tools.

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Gifts for a Sister Who Cooks
Gifts for a Sister Who Cooks
Gift ideas for a sister who loves to cook, from a beautiful Damascus-style chef knife and santoku to shears and a teak cutting board.

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How to Score Chestnuts for Roasting (And Peel Them Easily)
How to Score Chestnuts for Roasting (And Peel Them Easily)
How to score chestnuts safely with a paring knife so they roast evenly and peel easily, plus roasting and peeling tips for the holidays.

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Gifts for Grandparents Who Cook
Gifts for Grandparents Who Cook
Thoughtful kitchen gifts for grandparents who still love to cook: lightweight knives, easy-grip shears, a sharpening service and a cutting board.

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Gifts for a Brother Who Cooks
Gifts for a Brother Who Cooks
Gift ideas for a brother who loves to cook or grill, from a durable chef knife and carving set to shears and sharpening gear, at every budget.

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Santoku vs Nakiri: Which Japanese Vegetable Knife Is Right for You?
Santoku vs Nakiri: Which Japanese Vegetable Knife Is Right for You?
Santoku vs nakiri compared: blade shape, cutting motion, what each does best, and which one to choose for vegetables, meat and everyday cooking.

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