Simply put, Cuisinart knives are as affordable as they get. The ColorCore Collection includes stamped stainless steel blades and silver handles. This collection has colored rivets, bolsters, and blade covers.
This is the reason why we have put together this guide on picking the right . While quality is not a question, not everyone will be a fan of the adjustable Dalstrong knife block. It has a royal aesthetic that feels targeted towards a specific demographic and is less likely to appeal to a wide range of users. We found inserting the blade side down resulted in wear around the slots. It also offers empty slots to add additional pieces to the set. However, some may find the vacant slots to be less visually appealing and worry a knife or two may be missing when, in fact, everything is safely stowed away.
From the shape of the blades to the pakkawood handles, Tuo is an attractive and well-built set that’s a viable choice for those who value longevity. In contrast, everything about Dalstrong screams high dollar. From the tip to the tang, we couldn’t spot a single flaw in construction. However, due to the angles, the storage block began to show signs of the wood wearing around the insert slots. Aside from Tuo, all of these top contenders feature riveted handles that further enhance the strength of the blade joining the handle. Most Cuisinart knife sets cost under $100, but prices vary by retailer.
Think a Cuisinart paring knife for peeling root vegetables and a chef’s knife for creating small cubes of meat. Then, throw all the ingredients into a slow cooker before turning your focus to the side dishes. If you’re prepping a side salad, select a santoku blade from your Cuisinart cutlery set to mince onions, carrots, tomatoes and other produce.
Durable cleavers aren’t just for meat, they’re good for herbs too — especially when they have a curved blade for rocking. As a sourdough baker, our lead tester is picky when it comes to serrated knives. The J.A. Henckels performed well enough to stand out Cookware Sets on freshly baked, crunchy-crusted loaves. A serrated blade is the best tool in your arsenal to pierce through tomato skins. Comparing the spines of each blade, you can see why some may be more comfortable when applying pressure with your forefinger.
Bell pepper, onions, meat, potatoes, you name it, and the J. Smooth and clean cuts made dinner on work nights a painless task. The Tuo santoku also excelled in this metric, making it an equal Cookware Sets adversary. Whether your slicing through meat or chopping herbs, this robust set won’t disappoint. The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.