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Learning how to sharpen knives, and having all the equipment to do it, will almost certainly never pay off, except in intangible enjoyment.
by thedance 7y ago
Learning how to sharpen knives, and having all the equipment to do it, will almost certainly never pay off, except in intangible enjoyment.
- nordsieck 7y ago> Learning how to sharpen knives, and having all the equipment to do it, will almost certainly never pay off, except in intangible enjoyment. I guess it depends on what you mean by "pay off". In my experience, a sharp kitchen knife means I can cut faster and more safely. As to cost, I use a $30 diamond stone[1]. Mine is more than 20 years old and it still works great. I love diamond because I can use it dry, so it really cuts down on sharpening time. ___ 1. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00004WFTW https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00004WFTW
- jdietrich 7y agoSharp knives make better food. Blunt knives squash rather than slice food, forcing out moisture and damaging texture. You can make a knife decently sharp with a $15 waterstone, a 10 minute YouTube video and a modicum of practice. In a world where Soylent and Huel exist, what is a kitchen for except intangible enjoyment?
- thedance 7y agoI wasn't suggesting to have dull knives, only that it's economical and convenient to let a professional sharpen them for you.