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Today I want to tell you about the most useful small knife in my kitchen: a paring knife I discovered after reading a recommendation from America’s Test Kitchen. They tested many paring knives and this model came out on top—best performance and very affordable.
I use a paring knife almost every day, slicing apples for my kids’ lunches and cutting bananas and strawberries for snacks. Before I bought this one, I only had a single parer that was frequently in the dishwasher when I needed it, so I finally decided to pick up a second. I’m glad I did: this paring knife has become my go-to. It even outperforms a more expensive Cutco paring knife I own.
What I like most is the balance of weight and sharpness. The knife is lighter than my other knives, which makes it easy to handle for quick tasks, but it is not the dull, flimsy type you often find in discount stores. It holds a keen edge that makes peeling and trimming fruit fast and precise, and I find that I waste less fruit when removing peels.
If you want a reliable, inexpensive paring knife, I recommend adding this one to your collection. It’s a practical, everyday tool that’s comfortable to use and gets the job done. The model I bought is the Forschner / Victorinox Paring Knife, 3 1/4 in Straight, Small, Black Nylon Handle, Model 40600—often available for under $10.
Happy cooking and happy slicing!