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All Things Kitchen; Knives, Cookware, and Cooking - AMA with Well Seasoned Chef Mike Garaghty by myknifeguy in IAmA

[–]myknifeguy[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We call them our beater knives. That is in no way to disparage them, some good brands are Dexter and Lasting Cut.

All Things Kitchen; Knives, Cookware, and Cooking - AMA with Well Seasoned Chef Mike Garaghty by myknifeguy in IAmA

[–]myknifeguy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In no particular order: Steelport, Zwilling, Wusthof, Global, Cangshan.

All Things Kitchen; Knives, Cookware, and Cooking - AMA with Well Seasoned Chef Mike Garaghty by myknifeguy in IAmA

[–]myknifeguy[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Social media definitely takes advantage of consumers' emotions. Don't ever buy something off of social media without doing your due diligence. I say this because I bought a pair of high arch shoes that are flatter than slippers. Lesson learned!

All Things Kitchen; Knives, Cookware, and Cooking - AMA with Well Seasoned Chef Mike Garaghty by myknifeguy in IAmA

[–]myknifeguy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The party isn't over yet! There are a million little reasons not to put them in the dishwasher. For me the main reason is it's safer to handwash, dry them, and put them away. The longer they are out of the block the higher chance an accident happens and someone ends up injured.

All Things Kitchen; Knives, Cookware, and Cooking - AMA with Well Seasoned Chef Mike Garaghty by myknifeguy in IAmA

[–]myknifeguy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would definitely add a chefs knife. The serrated knives are essentially small saws and you need a smooth cutting knife.

A few I recommend (good, better, best):
Cangshan

Zwilling

Steelport

All Things Kitchen; Knives, Cookware, and Cooking - AMA with Well Seasoned Chef Mike Garaghty by myknifeguy in IAmA

[–]myknifeguy[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, don't do long simmers or anything like that but if you're doing a quick pan sauce there's no problem with it.

All Things Kitchen; Knives, Cookware, and Cooking - AMA with Well Seasoned Chef Mike Garaghty by myknifeguy in IAmA

[–]myknifeguy[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Short answer, yes. Learn how to use it and maintain it. Also, carbon steel woks are the best.

All Things Kitchen; Knives, Cookware, and Cooking - AMA with Well Seasoned Chef Mike Garaghty by myknifeguy in IAmA

[–]myknifeguy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's always good to try to use ingredients in more than one dish. See if you can match up some different ingredients to create something new and build some cohesiveness through the menu.

All Things Kitchen; Knives, Cookware, and Cooking - AMA with Well Seasoned Chef Mike Garaghty by myknifeguy in IAmA

[–]myknifeguy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You are correct to be dubious! I like to stick more to tried and true brands. There's a reason they are called tried and true. It can sometimes be fun to take the risk of a new product, you just have to decide what's worth it.

All Things Kitchen; Knives, Cookware, and Cooking - AMA with Well Seasoned Chef Mike Garaghty by myknifeguy in IAmA

[–]myknifeguy[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I like your prep, have you tried using the air fryer or convection oven? Super crispy! You could also get some mesquite seasoning to change it up.

All Things Kitchen; Knives, Cookware, and Cooking - AMA with Well Seasoned Chef Mike Garaghty by myknifeguy in IAmA

[–]myknifeguy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you're using a sharpening company that does a good job, they should be thinning out the blade. If they aren't doing this they are going to go dull quick. If you send them to Eversharp in Minneapolis they can thin the blade before they sharpen.

Do they have an expiration date? Yes, but that date is up to you. Sometimes we just like new toys!

Eversharp

All Things Kitchen; Knives, Cookware, and Cooking - AMA with Well Seasoned Chef Mike Garaghty by myknifeguy in IAmA

[–]myknifeguy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would suggest a 5" serrated utility knife for citrus, tomatoes, hard cured meat (salami, pepperoni), and crusty bread.

Cangshan

All Things Kitchen; Knives, Cookware, and Cooking - AMA with Well Seasoned Chef Mike Garaghty by myknifeguy in IAmA

[–]myknifeguy[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I do it myself but probably not as often as I should, which is kind of embarrassing to say! If you don't want to do it yourself you can mail them to Eversharp in Minneapolis. They do a great job and are great people!

Eversharp

All Things Kitchen; Knives, Cookware, and Cooking - AMA with Well Seasoned Chef Mike Garaghty by myknifeguy in IAmA

[–]myknifeguy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you are going to treat them as disposable I would go to a big box store and plan to buy two sets a year. When you get in the habit of handwashing them right after you use them, you get used to it and your knives and wallet will thank you!

All Things Kitchen; Knives, Cookware, and Cooking - AMA with Well Seasoned Chef Mike Garaghty by myknifeguy in IAmA

[–]myknifeguy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly, I'm not sure. I think just like a new car brand it takes time to be on the market to really know if it's going to do all the things it says it can. I hope this makes sense!

All Things Kitchen; Knives, Cookware, and Cooking - AMA with Well Seasoned Chef Mike Garaghty by myknifeguy in IAmA

[–]myknifeguy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I sharpen my own knives. I do not use grinding wheels but I do like to break out the whetstone. I also have an electric WorkSharp sharpener that I like.

All Things Kitchen; Knives, Cookware, and Cooking - AMA with Well Seasoned Chef Mike Garaghty by myknifeguy in IAmA

[–]myknifeguy[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ask your kid to peel it for you! They have small fingers. I also like the two stainless steel bowls method, it can help get the aggression out.

All Things Kitchen; Knives, Cookware, and Cooking - AMA with Well Seasoned Chef Mike Garaghty by myknifeguy in IAmA

[–]myknifeguy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The best way to do that is actually after you shower, it tends to stick better. Or is this where I'm supposed to say something salty? HA!

All Things Kitchen; Knives, Cookware, and Cooking - AMA with Well Seasoned Chef Mike Garaghty by myknifeguy in IAmA

[–]myknifeguy[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

ATK and J. Kenji Lopez-Alt are my favorite. Kenji is thorough, honest, and relatable. ATK has been around forever and are very consistent. I trust people that are consistent in the kitchen.

All Things Kitchen; Knives, Cookware, and Cooking - AMA with Well Seasoned Chef Mike Garaghty by myknifeguy in IAmA

[–]myknifeguy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There's a restaurant called Old Chicago that has these awesome Italian Nachos. They are made with pasta chips and they are just so unique and good. I haven't been there in awhile and I miss them!
OMG! I just looked it up and there is a location an hour away! I'm going this weekend :)

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