Understanding Knives: Parts, Types, and Usage

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Explore the different parts of a knife, terminology, and types of knives in this comprehensive guide. Learn about knife edges, tang, bolster, handle, and more. Discover the functions and purposes of various knife types like the chef's knife and paring knife. Sharpen your knowledge on knife anatomy and sharpening techniques for better culinary skills.

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KNIVES PART 1 PARTS AND TYPES

Bellwork 1. Think of three things you already know about knives and what they do. 2. Get a slate and marker. 3. Write your ideas on the slate. 4. Be prepared to share your ideas.

Objectives 1. Define terminology 2. Identify the different parts of a knife 3. Explain the purpose and function of different knife types 4. Demonstrate the proper way to sharpen a knife

Terms edge: the sharp part of a knife used for cutting. It extends from the point to the heel of the knife. tang: the unsharpened tail of the blade that extends into the handle of a knife bolster: the thicker band of metal located where the blade joins the handle rivets: metal fasteners used to attach the tang of a knife to the handle. handle: the part you grasp to control the knife; composed of wood, plastic, steel, titanium, or a number of synthetic materials 4

Terms Point : The point is the part of the knife where the edge and spine come together. The point is often used for piercing. Tip : The tip is the forward part of the knife and includes the knife point. The tip is used detailed or delicate cutting. Edge: The edge is the cutting part of the blade. It extends from the point to the heel of the knife. Heel: The heel is the rear part of the edge, opposite the point.

Terms Spine: The spine is the top of the knife blade, opposite the knife edge. Scales :The scales are the part of the knife that creates the handle. Scales are often made of synthetic material or wood. Two scales are typically attached to the tang with rivets. Butt : The butt is the end of the handle of the knife.

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Terms serrated: knife edge that has a row of teeth; works well for slicing foods with a crust or firm skin chef s Knife (French Knife): large, multipurpose knife used for slicing, chopping, mincing, and dicing; blade is usually 8 to 12 inches long paring knife: knife with a stiff blade used for trimming and peeling fruits and vegetables; blade is 2 to 4 inches long

Terms cleaver: A heavy, rectangular blade used to chop through bones tourn e: also called a bird s beak knife; small knife similar to paring knife but has a curved blade boning knife: A short thin knife with a pointed blade, used to remove raw meat and fish from bones with minimal waste 9 PROPERTY OF PIMA COUNTY JTED, 2010

Terms whetstone: A stone used to grind the edge of the blade, used to remove raw meat and fish from bones with minimal waste sharpening steel: A steel instrument usually a round rod used for sharpening knives mineral oil: used to keep the whetstone lubricated 10 PROPERTY OF PIMA COUNTY JTED, 2010

Knife Types- #1 Chef s Knife Most used knife Multipurpose Slicing/dicing/chopping http://www.chefs-cookware.co.uk/acatalog/chefs-knife-l.jpg

Knife Types-#2 Trimming Peeling Stiff blade Paring Knife http://paringknife.net/images/3.jpg

Knife Types-#3 Bread Knife Serrated edge Bread Ripe vegetables

Knife Types Utility Knife https://bluecashewkitchen.com/shop/images/T/36886.jpg Boning Knife https://bluecashewkitchen.com/shop/images/T/3692_6.jpg Tourn e Knife https://bluecashewkitchen.com/shop/images/T/3691_45.jpg http://www.messermeister.com/site_img/3680-2.5.jpg

Knife Types French Knife http://cdn2.overstock.com/images/products/P12280350.jpg Slicer http://images2.lkimg.com/product-images--meridian-elite-hollow-edge.jpg Cleaver https://bluecashewkitchen.com/shop/images/T/36516.jpg Santoku Knife tps://bluecashewkitchen.com/shop/images/T/36107.jpg