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Institute of Culinary Education graduate and chef

Its a high-stakes job.

After all, the holiday is nicknamed Turkey Day.

Its exactly why you need a good carving knife.

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(No, any old knife stabbed into your knife set wont exactly do.)

The shorter strokes make it look like the meats been chewed on, she says.

She says that it doesnt matter which one you go for and that its more of a personal preference.

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Institute of Culinary Education graduate and chef

The thicker carving knife can come in handy for heartier meat, like brisket or pot roast.

A thinner blade is good for delicate foods, like fish.

Either will work for turkey, she says.

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The V-shape knife helps steady the meat while the carving knife smoothly slices through.

Then, slice down and back in a smooth, downward motion toward the tip, she says.

This will also keep the knife nice and sharp, she says.

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once you nail your carving knife, youll be excited to put it to use.

This is your moment to relish, no matter how you slice it.

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