Best way to slice bread

Debt_Free_Chick

Another vote for the serrated bread knife and as Stephen says, don't apply any downward pressure onto the bread - let the knife cut the bread without pressing down on it.

Clowance

http://www.lakeland.co.uk/product.aspx/!1951
which helps you cut even slices. I got one with my first bread machine and use it still, you can have medium or thick slices. It costs £16.50 but I have found it worth it. Obviously you need a good serrated knife too. May be codes available.

I always wait at least an hour after taking the loaf out before cutting it, you can slice it warm but not hot.

Bennifred

Here's a vote for the electric slicing machine! I can't slice straight without it:o and get far more slices per loaf with it (and it is adjustable to different widths). I make bread every day, and paid approx. £25 for the slicer about 3 years ago, so I think it's earned its keep! I did find it quite scary to start with, but wouldn't be without it now.

Swan_2

I second/third what Stephen & DFC said about letting the knife do the work & not forcing it through the bread, & a good sturdy serrated knife is absolutely essential, a cheap wobbly blade is never, ever, going to cut well

I have a Prestige bread knife I inherited that must be at least 30 years old (their new ones don't seem to be quite as well made) I can cut perfect slices with it & wouldn't be without it

Pink_Fairy_2

Hi

I bought a bread knife in Woolworth's (I think it was on eof the JML offers). It's called a Deli-Pro and has a guide attached to the blade. You can adjust that for the thickness of the slice. It's great and even my son can use it with no problem and he has problems gripping things.

Stephen_Leak

IMHO, the Victorinox ones are the best compromise of quality and cost for us enthusiastic amateurs. The professional Sabatier and Wurst ones are fantastic, but so is the price.

I got my trusty 19cm cooks knife and the above bread knife from Kitchen Knives Direct. Even allowing for the postage, they were still the cheapest when I did Martin's MoneySaving Mantra, especially as they also give you a free 8cm paring knife worth £3.50 (£2.95 locally).

Jazzy_B

These knives are now half price in Tesco. They're fantastic for a fiver.

pinksleepybear

I've bought a couple of Fusion knives in the past (years ago now), but found they didn't stay sharp for long and they can't be sharpened.

How are the people who bought last year getting on with them?

Jazzy_B

I got one 6 months ago, and it's still cutting well. They've got a 15 year warranty , so just keep your receipt.

lbt_2

Hi All

As some of you know, I have just given my breadmaker a new lease of life and am using it all the time now. :j My family are pretty chuffed - especially my girls who polished off the last of the Marmite bread for breakfast this morning

I just wondered ... how do you slice your fresh bread? Also how long do you normally leave it before cutting?

Many thanks