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Guide to cutters and knives that we should all have at home
As is known, each tool was created for a purpose. However, there are tools that are even more versatile and although we may not have considered them for a special use, they fulfill that function quite well.
The most advisable thing is to have a knife for each type of cut, if it is meat for meat, if it is cheese for cheese, in short. Unfortunately, this is not always possible, if you are looking to have your first utensils and save a little, the best are the multifunctional knives.
In this sense, below you will meet a group of knives that should not be missing in your kitchen, and that with proper maintenance and use, will serve to cut different types of food. Just make sure you clean them well so that there are no traces of one food to another.
double handle knife
This type of knife has a large, somewhat curved blade with handles at both ends so that more pressure can be exerted. They are widely used to cut those cheeses into large pieces such as those offered to merchants.
Onion or vegetable knife
This knife is another one that is sold not for this purpose, but it is one that we should all have in the kitchen, thanks to its quality and versatility. With an onion knife you can cut almost all kinds of cheese.
They have a smooth, wide, ribbed edge that should be cut with the help of hot water. Starting with a cut in the middle and from here in the form of wedges.
Slicer with ostehøvel blade
With this cutter, although it is not considered a knife, it is possible to extract fine pieces of hard cheese that has a certain elasticity. You can even make cuts in cured cheeses such as Parmesan and Manchego. This tool was created by Thor Bjørklund during the year 1925.
Since then, fontina and cheddar cheeses are easily achievable, creating the perfect portions to create delicious sandwiches. You can even cut butter when it's frozen, defining perfect pieces.
Wire
According to the tastes of each person, there are those who prefer to cut their pieces the old-fashioned way, with the help of a wire. This is another cutter that can be used manually and with tensioning equipment to make larger cuts.
Its application is frequently given to slice soft cheeses that can be deformed when cut with a knife. Depending on the wire implement you use, it can be given the same use as the previous cutter.
Girolle
This tool was designed by the Swiss with the intention of removing Tête de Moine type cheese rosettes. This brand has its patent although there are those who will go for similar products. The girolle is a cutter created to slice Swiss cheeses or cheeses with similar textures such as Zamorano or Idiazabal.
Knives and cutters are some of the most used implements in the kitchen and knowing their use can save you time and money. In addition, it surprises everyone with totally innovative and different finishes, portions and shapes.
Whether you want to make cuts for everyday dishes with a sandwich or more delicate finishes like rosettes, the cutters can give you the drying effect in a matter of minutes if you know how to apply them.
