A cheese knife is a type of kitchen knife specialized for the cutting of cheese . Different cheeses require different knives , according primarily to hardness . There are also a number of other kitchen tools designed for cutting or slicing cheese , especially the harder types . These include the cheese cutter , cheese slicer , cheese plane and others .

While just about any knife can cut through soft, spreadable cheeses, specialized gear — or at least something nice and sharp — is needed to handle hard cheeses like parmesan, cheddar, aged Gouda, and Comte.

Luckily, you probably have at least one of these knives on hand. Most cheese knife sets include multiple knives that make cutting, slicing, shaving, and chunking your favorite hard cheeses easy and fuss-free. These are some of the best knives to use for hard cheeses, whether you’re pre-slicing wedges or cutting them on your cheese board.

Some small-scale cheese knives combine traits from different styles to serve multiple purposes.

First let’s introduce the cheese knives

Cheese knives are divided into two categories : Hard cheese knives and soft cheese knives .

Hard cheeses require a tough blade , which will not be damaged by the hard cheese . Exemplary is the distinctive Parmesan cheese knife , which is short , thick , and stubby , like an oyster knife . Another popular design is that of a large straight blade with handles on both ends so that a great amount of pressure may be applied .

Soft cheese knives are designed to deal with the stickiness of soft cheese . When the cheese does not stick to the blade , it allows for pieces of cheese to be presented more attractively , with crisper shapes compared to cheese cut with standard knives .

The blades of cheese knives are usually made of a material such as stainless steel , which is resistant to the stickiness of cheese . Another design feature often found is the presence of holes in the blade to help to prevent the cheese from sticking to it . Some soft cheese knives also include a ridge , which runs vertically near the top of the blade . This helps separate the cheese as it is being sliced . Some cheese knives have a forked end , used for serving slices of cheese .

Next let’s learn how to cut cheese

cutting cheeses based on varietal and shape will help cut back on waste , while allowing everyone to enjoy the same quality in a portion — not only cream , not only rind .

There are many ways to cut cheese, let’s look at them one by one

1. Soft Wedges : Cut cheese into even slices from the center of the point to the rind or outer edge . If it’s a softer, gooier cheese , cut off a small triangle piece near the point to avoid making a mess .

2. Pyramids : At the center , square top of the pyramid , slice into even wedges from top to bottom .

3. Wheels and Rounds : Cut even wedge slices from the center to the outer edge — basically the same way you’ d slice a cake . Simplify this process by cutting a round in half and working with a half-moon piece to ensure slices are even .

4. Hard and Semi-Hard Rectangles : First , cut the block horizontally — this will make slicing easier , especially when dealing with guests at parties . Then , cut vertically along the rind piece portion . For the second portion , cut slices across the width of the cheese .

Finally, I recommend a cheese knife to you

Opinel Knife Opinel Cheese Knife & Fork Set

Features

Stainless steel is anti-corrosive thanks to the addition of chrome and requires no special maintenance

From France, the beech handle is hard, durable, easy to work with, and the most commonly used wood for the manufacture of Opinel handles

Fork can be used while slicing or serving from the cheese platter, also serves as a holder for the knife

Made in France with a full warranty against manufacturing defects

Description

The Opinel Cheese Knife Set is ideal for cheese lovers! The knife features a beech wood handle, made from sustainable harvested wood grown in Europe. The stainless steel blade is durable, sharp, holds its edge, and is easy to maintain. The simple fork can be used while slicing or serving from the cheese platter, and also serves as a holder for the knife.

Why choose YIERCITY

We do professional knife set retail and wholesale business. We hope to be your stable global supporter and partner.

We are an enterprise integrating factory and trade, specializing in the design, manufacture and sales of high-quality knife sets.

We always make every effort to ensure the quality of each set of knives.

Why choose YIER Knives

● The complete knife set contains all kitchen knives.

● Delivery from the local warehouse, within 3 days.

● Manufactured in our own factory, cost-effective.

● Transparent acrylic knife holder, like a work of art

● Excellent materials, safe and durable.

● Free returns

● We listen to customer needs and feedback.