When it comes to kitchen knives, you’re no doubt familiar with the most common ones. You know, the chef’s knife, paring knife, and bread knife. If you’re one to spend even more time in the kitchen and enjoy cooking, you probably also know about specialized ones like a santoku knife and the cleaver.
But the world of kitchen knives is wide and can get a little weird. Yet all have their purpose, and with a bit of know-how can help you be a better cook and bring more enjoyment to your cutting and slicing tasks. Here are six knives you might not know about, and how to use them.