Get a knife that's balanced and weighted for you. There's no reason you
shouldn't get fitted for a knife the way you get fitted for . . . a
dress, a suit, or a pair of skis." -Tom Douglas, Seattle chef and
restauranteur
Sur La Table's Knives Cooks Love focuses on some of the most versatile
tools in the kitchen-knives. Knives Cooks Love offers instructions on
how to buy and care for knives, and how to properly chop, dice, and
slice with them to create delicious dishes.
Consider this Knives 101-lessons on everything you need to know to make
your experiences behind the blade more straightforward, efficient, and
enjoyable. In Knives Cooks Love, trusted cookware authority Sur La
Table teams up with writer Sarah Jay to guide chefs of all levels so
their knives will last a lifetime. The nuances between knife blades and
handles are discussed, as well as cutting surfaces and an array of
sharpeners and honers.
Numerous cutting techniques are also showcased with step-by-step
instructions and photographs. These skills are then put to the test with
more than 20 knife-essential, tantalizing recipes like Mango-Cucumber
Salsa, Mediterranean-Style Mussels with Fennel and Tomatoes, Arroz con
Pollo with Chorizo and Capers, and Bread and Butter Pudding with Rum and
Crystallized Ginger.
Readers will learn what to look for when purchasing quality knives, the
best culinary uses for each knife variety, as well as how to properly
clean and store them. With sidebar advice from renowned chefs, including
tips, tricks, and notes on their favorite knives, Knives Cooks Love is
the ultimate guide to choosing and using the most important tool in the
kitchen.
