Culinary Knife Skills

Front

What knife is used for chopping, slicing, and most other cutting tasks?

Back

Chef knife

Front

Which knife is useful for cutting breads and pastries?

Back

Serrated knife

Front

Which knife is designed to cut away skin and peel, also useful for cutting intricate garnishes and other detail work?

Back

Paring knife

Front

A knife does a better job of cutting or slicing food when it is sharp?

Back

True

Front

What should be placed underneath a cutting board to prevent it from slipping?

Back

Damp paper towel

Front

How should you wash your knives?

Back

Wash, rinse, dry, and put away

Front

How should you pass a knife to another person?

Back

Put knife on counter with handle away from you

Front

How should you carry a knife through the kitchen?

Back

Down and away from you

Front

What is the correct way to hold any food product with the off hand?

Back

Fingers in a claw position

Front

This type of knife cut is used for vegetables like potatoes and watermelon and measures 3/4 inch X 3/4 inch X 3/4 inch.

Back

Large Dice