Knife Safety

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  1. 4. the method used to protect fingertips while cutting
  2. 5. another name for a chef knife
  3. 6. a bread knife is sometimes called a _____________ knife because of the shape of the cutting edge
  4. 7. used for slicing, dicing, chopping fruits, vegetables and meat on a cutting board
  5. 8. a synonym for paring
  6. 9. to cut into a small box shape of equal length, width, and depth
  7. 11. use this method when cutting round foods in half
  8. 15. a lighter version of a chef's knife, and only 5-7 inches long
  9. 17. it is incorrect to cut with your _________ ________ across the spine (back) of your knife
  10. 19. always cut ____________from yourself
  11. 21. when using the on the top chop your hand should form this over the food
  12. 22. small 1/8" cubes
  13. 25. always clean the knife thoroughly and in between cutting meat and vegetables to prevent ___________ _________
  14. 27. to cut into thin, large pieces
  15. 28. to keep the cutting board safe a ___________ paper towel or cloth should be placed underneath
  16. 30. this knife is used for cleaning and peeling fruits & vegetables
  17. 31. is a cut used for fresh herbs, cabbage, and lettuces
  18. 34. this knife is used to separate raw meat from the bone
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  1. 1. the smallest cut possible, often used to cut garlic, onion, and spices
  2. 2. the sharpened edge of the blade
  3. 3. the space between the cutting board and your knife, should never be more than 6 inches
  4. 7. this piece of equipment should always be used when cutting to protect counter tops
  5. 10. this cut could be used to cut french fries
  6. 12. when using the pinch grip your fingers should be curled around the ______________ firmly
  7. 13. when a trash bin is not close this can be used to keep the kitchen free of trash
  8. 14. the very sharp point of the cutting edge
  9. 16. the knife never leaves the cutting board but rocks back and forth to shred or mince
  10. 18. the knuckles serve as a ___________ while cutting
  11. 20. the long,match-stick cut
  12. 23. wash knives by _____________in hot soapy water
  13. 24. a protective covering for a knife and a safe way for storage
  14. 26. the first cut of a round fruit of vegetable
  15. 29. the method used to hold the knife firmly in your cutting hand
  16. 32. never attempt to catch a ______________ knife
  17. 33. to cut in irregular pieces some large and some small