I got a mandolin for Xmas and have been using it very warily ever since. This video has really helped me get a sense for the tool thanks! Looking forward to successful julienned cucumbers
I bought a V Slicer decades ago when they were first new and only came in bright orange, it was far and away the best tool I have ever bought for the kitchen. I was captivated by the ease and the perfection of the slicing. I moved house and left it hanging on the wall on the old place and have never got over it lol :D
Very helpful. Thx. I had a Borner V slicer that lasted like 20 yrs. But I know I could do more with it than I did. I actually want to process cabbage so this was perfect.
Very, very helpful. Thanks for showing different styles of mandoline and the technique. I own the OXO full size but may get that ceramic handheld one too. Thanks!
I also love using my mandoline (and V slicer) for cutting produce for the dehydrator. Great for say, slicing apples. It's nice to have produce at the same thickness for dehydrating. Thanks for another great video! Debbie in WA *Ü*
You're so welcome Jennifer. I love your recipes and have your books. I just had your Marinara Sauce last night - Mmm! My favorite marinara sauce recipe!
I literally just hacked off a slice of my thumb. So decided i should probably look up a video on how to use one. They may seem super obvious to use but cut resistant gloves were not something I thought about. Be careful with these things or else there will be a LOT of blood!
Thank you for the very helpful video. For me, replacing starches with vegetables is a CENTRAL part of controling/preventing diabetes. Also, slicing differnet types of vegetables, and fermenting them, such as Sauerkraut, or Kimchi, is also important as one aspect of promoting pro-biotics. Most people do not realize, even after a major pandemic, that the gut handles 80% of immunity, as well as emotions, plus more..and that it has been severly damaged by antibiotics and food additives, resulting in 97% of the population loosing the original biome that existed in people fifty years ago. A Steveb Spielburg event.
Jennifer, thank you so much for your demonstration of the Borner Mandoline v-slicer. I love this type and the quality! Where can I get one? I'd like to order one. Do you know of a website for this? Thanks for your help!! :) Rachel
I love mine, its so easy to use. But, you are holding yours incorrectly. The finger grip is at the back. Your fingers are on the front of the mandolin which is dangerous and also stopping you from using its full length and slicing evenly.
No matter how careful I find I constantly cut myself even when cleaning the unit. I'm so tired of bleeding and hurting my hands. I retired my mandoline.
I bought Borner v-slicer a week ago. Unfortunately I can't give it more than 2 or 3 stars out of five. That hand protector does not hold firmly some vegetables like pealed cucumbers etc. To onions and other layered vegetables I left one end uncut (as it was advised in another video), so that they don't fall apart. At least this advise worked. I know that this slicer is considered by far the best in the market (at least that's what I saw in video reviews and comments below them), but so far I'm not impressed. Probably I just have to practice with different kinds of fruits and vegetables till I learn more. Anyway, thanks for the video.
I am a bit short-handed. Yes it is a play on words. I lost four fingers in a motorcycle accident. I always wear a cut resistience glove. I do not have many fingers to spare.
I threw away that V slicer mandolin years ago because it was pretty inefficient and clunky to use. There are much better mandolins on the market, my advice buy anything but a V slicer and trim rotting pieces of veg when you're slicing and dicing ;)
I'm planning to purchase a mandoline slicer, but since I'm blind, I'm a little frightened, as I am frightened of sharp knives. The Mandoline slicer was recommended to me by a woman from the American Foundation For The Blind. Even my Mom says it will be safer for me than a regular knife. My mom is showing me how to uniformly cut potatoes to make mash potatoes, but I'm not sure how thick or thin the slices should be. All I know is, they have to be the same shape and size, that way they cook evenly.
If you wear a cut-resistant glove and/or use the food holder, there would be little risk of cutting yourself while using a mandoline slicer. Cleaning the mandoline, though, could be problematic. Putting it in a dishwasher would be the safer way to go, but will shorten the life of the blades; you might need to replace it on an annual basis. Alternatively, you could have a sighted friend or assistant clean it for you, but that is less-desirable from an independent-living perspective. For mashed potatoes, just cubing similarly-sized potates into four pieces and boiling them is all you need to do; making them all exactly the same size isn't really needed. Using a large knife is the best way to do that; a mandoline would be too time consuming. I don't know where you live, but in many cities there are occupational therapists and other professionals who can work with blind and vision-impaired clients to teach them the best ways to set up a kitchen, lay out your prep area, and so on to create a safe and efficient work space, as well as the techniques to do the actual cutting tasks safely. Best of luck to you, and well wishes.
@@samurai1833 I ended up getting an 8-inch chef's knife as a Christmas gift, as Mama Jane and I found that a mandoline slicer is too dangerous for me. I found a mandoline slicer at Curtis Restaurant Supply company, and the woman who showed it to me, said that it's sharper than any other knife. I put my finger on top of the blade to feel what it feels like, and now I know why a chef's knife is better for me. Now I just need a little practice, since Mama Jane says you should never be agressive with a knife when cutting potatoes. Thankfully I don't have any cuts or bruises, but she says there are certain motions to avoid when cutting with a knife, especially if you want to avoid getting a sliced finger!
@@MsAussie83 I'm glad to hear this, I've had a mandolin for years but use it very rarely when I'm cooking in bulk. And I'm very careful when using and cleaning it. It is stunningly sharp and it isn't even a top of the line model. I thought this tutorial was really questionable from a safety standpoint too.
Such cheap plastic garbage. You can see each of these bow under the lightest pressure. Planned obsolescence with built-in multiple points of potential failure. Most of this will end up in a landfill after a couple uses. Don't waste your money. Get a stainless teal mandolin.
Thanks for the demo. Now I know a lot more about what I am getting into with my newly purchased mandoline.
I got a mandolin for Xmas and have been using it very warily ever since. This video has really helped me get a sense for the tool thanks! Looking forward to successful julienned cucumbers
Love the cut resistant glove idea!
watching this with a band aid on my finger. im like oh. cut resistant glove!!! Wish i had known about this earlier.
@@deborahcohen4045 sitting here right now with my thumb taped up
All mandolins should be sold with a cut resistance glove. Go freaking figure. Heck with the hand guards.
I remember watching this video when we were deciding what sort of mandoline slicer was better for us. It was very helpful.
Thanks Tua!
"this cut resistant glove is really handy" Best pun I've heard in a week.😊
I bought a V Slicer decades ago when they were first new and only came in bright orange, it was far and away the best tool I have ever bought for the kitchen. I was captivated by the ease and the perfection of the slicing. I moved house and left it hanging on the wall on the old place and have never got over it lol :D
Hope you managed to find another one, Honeya!
Very helpful. Thx. I had a Borner V slicer that lasted like 20 yrs. But I know I could do more with it than I did. I actually want to process cabbage so this was perfect.
Thanks Trish!
Excellent demo. Thank you. I am planning on buying the Borner V adjustable mandolin.
Really helpful. Thanks for profiling the Kyocera; I just ordered one! Looking forward to some finely sliced red cabbage!
Very helpful! I just bought one and your video is great. Thanks!
Very welcome!
Thank you this was very helpful! I just ordered a mandolin slicer from Amazon and now I will know how to use it!
+Amy Deluca That's great Amy!
thank you for sharing. i needed to know
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I will try this with the cabbage. Thank you for the great tips!!!
You're welcome Milena!
Very, very helpful. Thanks for showing different styles of mandoline and the technique. I own the OXO full size but may get that ceramic handheld one too. Thanks!
***** Thank you!
I also love using my mandoline (and V slicer) for cutting produce for the dehydrator. Great for say, slicing apples. It's nice to have produce at the same thickness for dehydrating. Thanks for another great video!
Debbie in WA *Ü*
Thank you for the kind words Debbie!
You're so welcome Jennifer. I love your recipes and have your books. I just had your Marinara Sauce last night - Mmm! My favorite marinara sauce recipe!
Oh my gosh! I know your parents! Great video!
Good review, helpful. Thx.
+ragtop91 Thank you!
Very informative. I also like that you have suggestions for the leftover pieces of veggies, rather than throw them away. Thanks for sharing...Sue :)
Very welcome, thanks Sue!
Thanks! What is the brand of your cut resistant glove?
Thanks for the video. I finally learned to use my mandoline. I love your knife. Can you please share which one it is. Thanks.
Deepa Gangwani It's a Mac Santoku knife
you need to watch my video, there are other safety tips she did not mention in this video
Thank you for this. My mom bought me a large one and gosh I can't get it to work right...until now!
Good thing you were wearing those gloves. I saw that finger slip
I literally just hacked off a slice of my thumb. So decided i should probably look up a video on how to use one. They may seem super obvious to use but cut resistant gloves were not something I thought about. Be careful with these things or else there will be a LOT of blood!
Have you been able to slice garlic with it?
I ordered the Kyocera today. Thank you for the review.
Thank you!
Thank you for the very helpful video. For me, replacing starches with vegetables is a CENTRAL part of controling/preventing diabetes. Also, slicing differnet types of vegetables, and fermenting them, such as Sauerkraut, or Kimchi, is also important as one aspect of promoting pro-biotics. Most people do not realize, even after a major pandemic, that the gut handles 80% of immunity, as well as emotions, plus more..and that it has been severly damaged by antibiotics and food additives, resulting in 97% of the population loosing the original biome that existed in people fifty years ago. A Steveb Spielburg event.
Plz price
Jennifer, thank you so much for your demonstration of the Borner Mandoline v-slicer. I love this type and the quality! Where can I get one? I'd like to order one. Do you know of a website for this? Thanks for your help!! :) Rachel
Rachel Rocha Very welcome Rachel! Try Amazon; they should have some on there. Jenny
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Can you use this for zucchini and making fettuccine Alfredo like pasta?
Hi Amber, you can use this for zucchini!
I love mine, its so easy to use. But, you are holding yours incorrectly. The finger grip is at the back. Your fingers are on the front of the mandolin which is dangerous and also stopping you from using its full length and slicing evenly.
No matter how careful I find I constantly cut myself even when cleaning the unit. I'm so tired of bleeding and hurting my hands. I retired my mandoline.
I run water over it promptly after use, and use a dish brush with a long handle. You're not getting me near those blades with a sponge!
Thank you ♥
I bought Borner v-slicer a week ago. Unfortunately I can't give it more than 2 or 3 stars out of five. That hand protector does not hold firmly some vegetables like pealed cucumbers etc. To onions and other layered vegetables I left one end uncut (as it was advised in another video), so that they don't fall apart. At least this advise worked. I know that this slicer is considered by far the best in the market (at least that's what I saw in video reviews and comments below them), but so far I'm not impressed.
Probably I just have to practice with different kinds of fruits and vegetables till I learn more.
Anyway, thanks for the video.
+Anete Lagzdina Hi Anete, have you had any more luck with the slicer?
Always wear the C.R. Glove. Your fingers will love you!
Which model of Swissmar Borner V Slicer are you using. Can you suggest a model. Thanks.
Rashida Raza Get the V5.....It's the best.....
I'm not sure which model it is as it's an older one--but any one should work great!
I am a bit short-handed. Yes it is a play on words. I lost four fingers in a motorcycle accident. I always wear a cut resistience glove. I do not have many fingers to spare.
Cut resistant glove.
I thought I was going to see a John Paul Jones playing a mandolin.
I threw away that V slicer mandolin years ago because it was pretty inefficient and clunky to use. There are much better mandolins on the market, my advice buy anything but a V slicer and trim rotting pieces of veg when you're slicing and dicing ;)
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would a pair of gloves from a dollar store be good enough to use .
Don't let Gordon Ramsey see you chopping an onion like that. He will kick your kitten.
I'm planning to purchase a mandoline slicer, but since I'm blind, I'm a little frightened, as I am frightened of sharp knives. The Mandoline slicer was recommended to me by a woman from the American Foundation For The Blind. Even my Mom says it will be safer for me than a regular knife. My mom is showing me how to uniformly cut potatoes to make mash potatoes, but I'm not sure how thick or thin the slices should be. All I know is, they have to be the same shape and size, that way they cook evenly.
If you wear a cut-resistant glove and/or use the food holder, there would be little risk of cutting yourself while using a mandoline slicer. Cleaning the mandoline, though, could be problematic. Putting it in a dishwasher would be the safer way to go, but will shorten the life of the blades; you might need to replace it on an annual basis. Alternatively, you could have a sighted friend or assistant clean it for you, but that is less-desirable from an independent-living perspective. For mashed potatoes, just cubing similarly-sized potates into four pieces and boiling them is all you need to do; making them all exactly the same size isn't really needed. Using a large knife is the best way to do that; a mandoline would be too time consuming. I don't know where you live, but in many cities there are occupational therapists and other professionals who can work with blind and vision-impaired clients to teach them the best ways to set up a kitchen, lay out your prep area, and so on to create a safe and efficient work space, as well as the techniques to do the actual cutting tasks safely. Best of luck to you, and well wishes.
How to buy ?
I sure hope you didn't do that. I have a lot of knives and sharpeners my mandolin is the sharpest thing I have in the house.
@@samurai1833 I ended up getting an 8-inch chef's knife as a Christmas gift, as Mama Jane and I found that a mandoline slicer is too dangerous for me. I found a mandoline slicer at Curtis Restaurant Supply company, and the woman who showed it to me, said that it's sharper than any other knife. I put my finger on top of the blade to feel what it feels like, and now I know why a chef's knife is better for me. Now I just need a little practice, since Mama Jane says you should never be agressive with a knife when cutting potatoes. Thankfully I don't have any cuts or bruises, but she says there are certain motions to avoid when cutting with a knife, especially if you want to avoid getting a sliced finger!
@@MsAussie83 I'm glad to hear this, I've had a mandolin for years but use it very rarely when I'm cooking in bulk. And I'm very careful when using and cleaning it. It is stunningly sharp and it isn't even a top of the line model. I thought this tutorial was really questionable from a safety standpoint too.
Before it "costed" ? Lol! Walmart has the $$$ to redo the a voice over.
Anyone else watching after slicing their finger?
Such cheap plastic garbage. You can see each of these bow under the lightest pressure. Planned obsolescence with built-in multiple points of potential failure. Most of this will end up in a landfill after a couple uses.
Don't waste your money. Get a stainless teal mandolin.
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u dot need the glone ... use thw safetu handle but u are a 13 year child
Cette personne semble complètement ridicule et inappropriée pour la démonstration.