Listen to Brad
When the rest of us are at happy hour, BA Test Kitchen manager Brad Leone is out forging his own knives. Here are his tips on keeping them in peak condition:
“Say no to the knife block. Store knives on a magnetic strip, laying them on spine first to avoid dulling the blades.”
“The sink. A messy drawer. The cutting board covered in crumbs. What do these all have in common? You shouldn’t leave your knife lying around there!”
“No, your knife is not dishwasher-safe. Hand-wash and wipe dry immediately after using, and put it right back in its safe spot to avoid rusting, dulling, and accidental nicking.”
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