Don’t Use That Kitchen Knife Until You Know How To

Don’t Use That Kitchen Knife Until You Know How To Care For It

When using a kitchen knife, or any sharp object, remember to put safety first. Although it sounds obvious dont run around with a sharp knife in your hand, dont point a knife at anyone and always cut away from yourself not towards yourself. Also, dont use your finger to see how sharp the blade is. Yes, I know some of you reading this article have been guilty of this at least once and have found out that the edge of the knife was indeed very sharp because you cut yourself on it!

Another important safety tip is to never use the knife for other than its intended purpose. No, a sharp kitchen knife should not be used as a makeshift screwdriver or as a device to try and pry open a locked door that you cant find the key for. Nor should it be used to pry apart a stack of frozen hamburger patties. You could easily cut yourself if the knife slips and you are also in danger of breaking the tip of your knife off. Also, dont use your kitchen knives to cut the tops off plastic jugs or to cut cardboard boxes unless you want to almost instantly dull your knife. Use a scissors or utility knife for those jobs....