There is nothing tastier than fresh bread. The hardest part when cutting bread is the temperature. Slicing any type of bread or sandwich is easier if it's not frozen or too hot. Read this article for practical tips on how to slice different types of bread.
Steps
Method 1 of 6: Method 1 of 6: Cut a Loaf
Step 1. Place the loaf on a cutting board
Step 2. Put your hand on the top crust and hold it so that the bread doesn't slip on the cutting board
Step 3. With a sharp, serrated knife, cut each slice of bread with long strokes
Don't use pressure, let the knife do its job
Method 2 of 6: Method 2 of 6: Cut a Bagel
Some Bagels are pre-cut. If they are not, remember that they are easier to cut when defrosted. It is best to start slicing a Bagel by placing it in a horizontal position because, even if they are large, it is difficult to balance them when they are upright.
Step 1. Arrange the flat bread on the cutting board
Step 2. Put your hand on it
Step 3. Hold the Bagel steady but keep your fingers away from the outer circumference of the donut
Step 4. Use a serrated knife to cut from the outside to the center
Step 5. Cut the donut in half
Step 6. Hold the bread upright from the top edge and continue cutting all the way to the center
Method 3 of 6: Method 3 of 6: Cut an English Muffin
English muffins are usually easy and soft to break. But you may need a tool to cut them in half.
Step 1. Insert a fork to separate the two halves if possible
If the muffin is not tall enough to insert a fork, use a knife.
Step 2. Place the muffin flat on a cutting board and use a sharp, serrated knife to cut it towards the center
Remember to keep it still.
Method 4 of 6: Method 4 of 6: Cut the Ciabatta
Ciabatta is a type of rustic Italian bread with an elongated and often irregular shape. Some people like to cut the ciabatta into 3 large pieces and with their hands, take small pieces. These small pieces of bread are perfect for dipping in olive oil or vinegar.
Step 1. Put the slipper on the cutting board
Step 2. Hold it steady so it doesn't move
Step 3. Cut it horizontally, creating a top and bottom half
Step 4. If the ciabatta is long, slice it into 3 pieces
Or cut the slices you plan to use.
Step 5. Wrap the rest of the bread in cling film to keep it fresh
Method 5 of 6: Method 5 of 6: Cut a Sandwich
Sandwiches have different shapes and names and are usually round and with a crust.
Step 1. Place the sandwich horizontally on a plate or cutting board
Step 2. Place the knife along the center of the sandwich so that the blade is parallel to the cutting board or plate
Step 3. Slice it slowly and evenly until you have completely cut it in half
You can also stop cutting when you reach the edge and open it without separating the 2 halves.
Method 6 of 6: Method 6 of 6: Cut the Baguette
Baguettes are thin and long French loaves that are versatile and tasty. You can cut them lengthwise to create large sandwiches, or slice them into small pieces perfect as an aperitif.
Cut the Baguettes to Make Sandwiches
Baguettes are ideal for making sandwiches, as they retain their shape and texture no matter what you put inside.
Step 1. Place the baguette on a cutting board or any shelf
Step 2. Divide the baguette by the number of rolls you plan to make
Cut it into equal parts.
Hold the baguette steady and with a sharp bread knife, slice each section in a straight line from the top to bottom crust.
Step 3. Hold each sliced segment (one at a time), placing the knife blade parallel to the cutting board or table and saw through the bread until it is completely cut
Cut the Baguettes into Aperitif Slices
From a classic baguette you can usually get 20-24 slices.
Step 1. Place the baguette on the cutting board
Step 2. Use a sharp bread knife and slice the baguette into slices about half an inch thick
Start from the top crust by slicing down. Repeat for each slice
Step 3. Arrange the baguette slices in an aperitif dish and serve them accompanied by extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar placed in a small bowl
Advice
- To cut the Bagels, there are special gadgets that look like small guillotines. They have a kind of cradle to hold the donut and an internal slicer so that the fingers stay away from the blade.
- The knife you use should be as sharp and thin as possible.
- The folded bread knife has the blade positioned under the handle and allows you to slice along the entire loaf without hitting the knuckles of your hand on the cutting board.
- The corrugated bread knife cuts better than the serrated one.
- Bread knives should be carbon stainless steel because they are easier to sharpen than steel-only knives.
Warnings
- When cutting bread, always place it on a surface or cutting board.
- Remember that bread knives are very sharp. When slicing the loaf, hold it firmly if you don't want to risk cutting yourself.
