I want to buy this to cut cheesecake (that's how I came across this knife), but how will it do with cutting through an Oreo or graham cracker crust?
1425236
I have not used this knife to cut thru a graham cracker crust. However I think it would do fine. I have used it to cut brownies and other foods like this.
1425237
Should work great. Although I haven't tried it on cheesecake, I do use it as a chef's knife for small stuff like grape tomatoes, garlic, apples, etc. The thin, sharp blade makes it a multi-purpose knife and I plan to order a couple more. So, not to be too 'punny,' it should be a piece of cake (cheesecake, that is) :)
1425238
It should work ok on a soft crust......remember that it is a specialty knife and I encourage using it appropriately to preserve it's unique abilities. I have sharpened an abused one successfully on a carbide V-sharpener, but that can only be done a few times.
1425239
As long as you're careful when you press the knife into the crust I don't think you should have a problem. I have used it to cut potatoes with it before. Just make sure that when you cut through the crust that you press straight down gently and don't force it. If this works for you I would appreciate a response to let me know that it can be used for this purpose. Thank you.
1425240
i do not think you will have any problem cutting through the oreo or graham cracker crust. the knife is very sturdy and is very easy to use. i think you will like it for cutting cheese as well. good luck with it.
1425241
Unless your crust is dry and brittle, I think it will do just fine. I love mine for cheese and hard-boiled eggs. I've even used it to cut a sandwich in half.
1425242
It is a GREAT cheese knife but the hardest thing I use mine for in cheddar cheese. It is a plastic blade to gets very thin at the edge of the blade. If the cracker crust was a bit soft I would use it, but if thick and rock-hard, nope! It's fantastic for slicing hard-boiled eggs! I love mine and have given them as gifts to all of my family members!
1136394
Don't buy it ! it is a piece of trash ! I have bought it and another one that was plastic and it was the same ! The reason is it is SOOOO rickty you can not slice bread as well as if you had neither.But to answer your question ,you could get the electric knife in SOME of the slots as they are so uneven !
1966799
Yes - This knife truly cuts even a hard crusted bread beautifully. You (in my opinion) cannot go wrong here.
2016381
I would have to say it depends on the cheese. A soft cheese - mozzarella, for example - may prove troublesome. I could clog the cutting blade - the clearance is narrow. You can try hardening the cheese in the freezer for a few minutes (30?) before trying. A harder cheese, it would do just fine.
1644731
To cut small slices of any but hard dry cheeses it is great. It works on soft cheeses like Brie and Jack especially well
1851230
I have a bread slicing guide I use with a serrated bread knife. I've also noted that the loaves slice more easily when they have been stored a few hours in a plastic bag after it has cooled. It seems to soften the top crust a little so the knife won't just make it crumble. I also use the "soft" setting even if the recipe calls for regular or firm. The loaves seem to cut better and hold together better.
2069204
Dear Farmer. I hope you do run into bad people also I am not qualify to answer stabbing question. As a knife, I use it for rough duty; cutting cardboard boxes, wires, and etc. It may not be idea for cutting sandwich since the serration is rather deep for it's size. Best at cutting light rope. It is a tactical style knife so it is intimidating. I had mine for a few months and I am happy with it.
2016379
Sorry, never tried it. The serrated blade should help with softer cheeses. Something like Velveeta would need to be very cold.
1720105
The slices are on the thin size, in my opinion. I've been using it less and less as a result, in favor of slicing with a knife. I suppose that means it wasn't a good purchase for me... Probably it depends on whether you like lots of cheese (thick slices) or not (thin slices). Your call.
1670003
An electric knife is the best thing to use with this slicer. Although you may have long bread knives, it's difficult to keep them in the slots when slicing by hand. I got a cheap Black & Decker electric knife and combined with this slicing guide, I now have uniform, straight slices of bread from my homemade loaves. Definitely use an electric knife, it makes the whole process so much smoother and it works perfectly with the slicing guide.
828552
Have never tried -only use it for cheese - but I wouldn't think it would work - not strong enough/proper blade.
1192874
I have used it on bulk lunch meats and block cheese. Cut both, it is not fast but I am quite happy with the purchase. I would suggest placing soft items in the freezer for 15-30 minutes to firm them up. I found this made the slicing easier.
1133788
I have not tried the slicer with cheese. If I have a chance I will do it later and I will send an additional answer.
1211198
I have sliced everything from thinly sliced tomatoes to crusty french bread. I love this knife. bagels. english muffins, sweet bread, muffins, heavy, crusty bread all perfectly sliced, love the adjustable blade guide from the thinnest to the largest slice no problem. Can you tell I REALLY love this knife??
795235
My opinion would be that this would not be a good cheese grater or slicer. A softer cheese would stick to the mandoline and a harder cheese would not slice but grate, but not in a good way.
950584
I don't think you can use it to cut out cumcuber because they are too big. Mainly use with bread and cheese.
2143046
Have not cut peperoni, but have shaved semi-froze raw beef and American cheese you could see through and that was with the serrated blade. Have not tried the smooth one yet. As long as you know it is a home slicer and not the one in the super market you should be very happy with the 615. It will slice down to less than a 1/4" heal. I have also sliced very nutty and course fruit fruit cakes in 3/16" slices and did not tear up.