What to do when you realize the knife is dull

You're halfway through prepping a salad when you realize the knife is dull because it keeps sliding off the skin of a red bell pepper instead of biting into it. It's one of those "nails on a chalkboard" moments for anyone who spends time in the kitchen. You expect the blade to do the work, but instead, you're the one putting in all the muscle, and the results are well, they're pretty messy. ...

February 5, 2026 · 7 min · Rigoderto Albañil