How to Slice a Tomato

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You'd think a tomato would be the easiest vegetable of all to slice, but it can be tricky. A sharp knife (preferably serrated) is the key.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

Step1
Wash the tomato gently in cool tap water and wipe dry.
Step2
Use a paring knife or the end of a vegetable peeler to remove the stem and core (where the stem meets the top of the tomato).
Step3
Place the tomato vertically on a cutting board and use a sharp knife (sharp serrated knives work best) to slice the tomato.

Tips & Warnings

  • Overripe tomatoes are extremely difficult to slice.
  • If your knife isn't so sharp, begin the slice by piercing the skin of the tomato with the tip of the knife first, then cut into that opening.
  • Always be careful when using sharp knives.

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