Knives are an important and versatile tool in the kitchen. You probably know how to chop or shred, but do you know what it means to concasser or batonnet? In addition to knowing how to use a knife, it’s important to care for your knives properly. Knives should be properly cleaned, stored safely, and kept sharp to prevent injury.

View this tip sheet to learn more about cooking terms, basic knife cuts, and how to care for your knives, including some tasty recipes you can try to test out your knife skills!

Source: http://www.fns.usda.gov/snap/