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Instant Pot Duo 7-in-1, 6 Qt
4.7our score- 7-in-1
- 6 qt
Price range: $50–$100
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A sharp, lightweight Swiss chef's knife with a grippy handle. A long-time favorite of cooking schools and test kitchens for its value.
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Buy it if you're still using a dull knife from a block set; it's the biggest kitchen upgrade for the money. Skip it if you want a showpiece; a Japanese gyuto looks the part.
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