Slicing, dicing superstars: Discover the best kitchen knives

As any home cook will tell you, nothing makes cooking more pleasurable than a set of great kitchen knives.

Discover the three types of knives you really need and the specific knives I recommend.

1. Jack of all trades: The chef’s knife This should be your first purchase as this is your workhorse, the knife you’ll reach for most often.

Use the Chef's knife for: • Chopping • Slicing • Mincing • Carving • Crushing

Misen Professional Chef’s Knife this knife combines the best features of Eastern and Western design to  make a great budget-friendly alternative.

2. Paring knife: One great knife for all your detail work  This knife is your go-to tool for close, intricate work that’s hard to  achieve with larger knives.

Use a paring knife in your kitchen for: • Peeling • Detailed cuts  • Sectioning 

Shun knives are always good investments in my book, and their classic 3.5-inch classic paring knife is no exception.

The niche knife you need: Serrated bread knife A good, solid serrated knife is not only pleasant to use, but also less likely to result in bloodshed than a cheap substitute.

Use a Serrated Knife for: • Slicing bread  • Soft fruits or veggies

 This Victorinox is an  affordable knife wih a sturdy, slightly curved blade that can be used for a multitude of tasks,

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