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Knives & Prep
Chef knives, sharpeners and cutting boards, explained without the jargon.
Types of Kitchen Knives and Their Uses: The Complete Guide
Types of kitchen knives and their uses: the 3 every cook needs, 7 specialty knives and when they're worth it, plus blade lengths, steel and simple knife care.

The Best Cutting Boards for Raw Meat (Plastic, Rubber and Composite)
The best cutting board for raw meat is non-porous and fits your dishwasher. 6 picks compared (plastic, rubber, composite), plus USDA cleaning steps.

German vs Japanese Knives: Which Should You Buy?
German vs Japanese knives compared on steel, sharpness, weight, care and price, plus which kitchen knife style suits how you cook and our picks for each.

Wood vs Plastic Cutting Boards: Which Is Better?
Wood vs plastic cutting board compared on bacteria, knife edges, microplastics, cleaning and lifespan, plus which to use for raw meat and our picks for each.