How To Use a Gas Grill
Have you bought a gas grill and don't know how to use it? It is normal to have doubts regarding its use especially if you have never lit or grilled meat on a gas grill. Unlike the charcoal grill, the gas grill is much simpler to use. Most of the time this is the main reason why a person decides [...]
Meat Grinder Uses
One of the best investments a meat lover can make is to have a meat grinder as a kitchen tool. With a meat grinder, not only will it help you grind and obtain different textures of ground meat, but it also has other uses that few people know about. There are different reasons besides grinding meat why you should get a [...]
How to Clean a Smoker
You’ve got a big family gathering planned to enjoy a great outdoor barbecue. An expert griller knows that cooking delicious burgers, hot dogs, steaks, chicken, and vegetables for the whole family is unparalleled. People who own a smoker understand all the benefits of having one at home: more flavor for less work. Learn more about some of our top recommendations [...]
How to Sharpen a Pocket Knife Using a Sharpening Stone and 3 Alternative Methods
A knife is only good when it is sharp. It is difficult to make cuts with a dull knife. Besides, using a blunt or dull blade for tasks can cause injuries to your wrists and palms. There are several ways to sharpen a pocket knife, depending on the tools you have available. However, the best method is using a sharpening [...]
How to Sharpen a Knife Without a Stone
Although a stone is one of the best tools for sharpening a knife, if you do not have one at hand, there many things that you can use to sharpen your knife - ranging from a coffee mug to a nail file. Below is a look at 5 ways you can sharpen your knife without a stone. How to Sharpen [...]
How to Sharpen a Knife with a File – Step-by-Step Guide
With prolonged use, your knife will undoubtedly become dull and lose its cutting efficiency. It is easier to maintain a sharp knife blade than to let it dull completely and then attempt to sharpen it. As such, it is best to sharpen knives regularly, either as soon as you notice them beginning to dull or after every other use. A [...]
When Must a Knife Be Cleaned and Sanitized? Here’s What You Need to Know
Many people aren't sure about how they should care for their knives. Among the frequently asked questions is: When should a knife be cleaned and sanitized? Knives play an integral part in food preparation. The frequent contact between food and a blade can provide an ideal environment for germs to thrive. It's essential to clean and sanitize knives to keep [...]
How to Temper a Knife the Right Way – Step-by-Step Guide
Knife hardening is a critical process usually carried out by manufacturers during the forging process. It ensures that your knife is strong and solid. As a result, the knife has a good balance between toughness and sharpness retention. The heat treating processes involved in hardening steel are carried out at certain recommended temperatures ranging between 300- and 650-degrees Fahrenheit depending [...]