{"id":19135,"date":"2020-05-01T22:19:02","date_gmt":"2020-05-01T22:19:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/?p=19135"},"modified":"2022-04-08T02:27:44","modified_gmt":"2022-04-08T02:27:44","slug":"how-to-sharpen-kitchen-knives","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/how-to-sharpen-kitchen-knives\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Sharpen Kitchen Knives and Other Knife Care Basics"},"content":{"rendered":"I love to cook but know next to nothing about kitchen knives. So, I enlisted the help of celebrity chef Mychael Chang<\/a> to teach me how to shop for, sharpen, and care for kitchen knives.\n

what to look for in Kitchen Knives<\/h2>\nFirst, is it really worth it to invest in expensive kitchen knives? In fact, how expensive your knives are is less important than how well you maintain them. But, there is a difference in performance, fit, and longevity when it comes to pricier knives.\n\n“The problem with cheaper knives is usually the blade isn’t going to stay as sharp as some of the better quality knives,” Mychael shares. The blade itself may also be thinner with more expensive knives for greater precision. Also, there’s an ergonomic difference<\/a>. “I notice a big difference in the fit and feel of the handle.”\n\nWhatever your price point, Mychael recommends shopping with a trusted brand, reading reviews, and looking for forged knives.\n

Forged vs. Stamped<\/h3>\nKnives come in one of two varieties. Forged knives refer to those made from a single piece of steel. By contrast, stamped knives have two or more pieces that are forged together.\n\n“Personally, I always like the forged knives,” Mychael says. Stamped knives run the risk of developing a loose handle over time whereas a nice, well-maintained forged knife will last a lifetime.\n

Types of Kitchen Knives<\/h2>\nThese are the basic types of kitchen knives Mychael recommends investing in to cover all your cutting needs:\n