This Secret Cheese Grater Feature Will Change the Way You Cook – Find Out What Everyone's Raving About!
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As we age, we often find comfort in the familiar, especially when it comes to our kitchen tools. They're like old friends, reliable and unchanging. But what if I told you that one of these culinary companions has been hiding a secret talent all these years? Yes, I'm talking about the humble cheese grater, a staple in most Australian kitchens, which has recently revealed a 'hidden feature' that has left many over 60s – and indeed, all ages – absolutely gobsmacked.
'Holy s***, that's what that's for!' exclaimed one shocked viewer upon discovering this feature. It's a sentiment echoed by many who thought they knew their way around a cheese grater. We all have our preferred side of the grater, don't we? The classic shredding side is perfect for turning a block of tasty cheese into a pile of grated goodness, ideal for topping off a hot bowl of soup or a freshly baked potato.
Or perhaps you're partial to the fine grater, which transforms hard parmesan into light, delicate flakes that melt effortlessly over a steaming plate of pasta. And let's not forget the spiky side, a godsend for zesting citrus or grating a touch of nutmeg over a warm custard tart.
But what about that neglected narrow side with the wide horizontal slits? You know the one – it's often referred to as the 'blade' side, the 'mandolin' side, or in some households, the 'WTF is this for?' side. It's not just there to provide more opportunities to slice your knuckles, even though it does resemble some kind of medieval torture device.
One Instagrammer, @jjwthebadhair, has shed light on this mystery with a simple clip demonstrating its true purpose: to slice cheese. 'Every cheese grater has a side with a single blade or two blades,' her partner explains in the video. With a few swift motions, he presses a block of cheese against one of the blades and voilà – uniform slices of cheese perfect for a sandwich or a cheese platter.
This revelation aligns with advice from none other than the domestic goddess Martha Stewart, whose blog confirms that 'the wide horizontal slots are designed for slicing.' While it may not be as precise as a mandoline or sharp knife, it's a handy trick for making quick slices of cheese or vegetables like cucumber.
The internet, being the treasure trove of knowledge and sarcasm that it is, had mixed reactions. Some claimed they've always known about this feature, while others were genuinely surprised and grateful for the tip. 'My life is forever altered! I did not know this... how? I’m learning more here on the internet,' one commenter wrote.
And it's not just cheese that this side can handle. Some savvy users have been using it to slice potatoes for a gratin or apples for a pie, saving time and effort in the kitchen.
So, dear members of the Seniors Discount Club, it's time to dust off that cheese grater and look at it with fresh eyes. This 'hidden feature' might just change the way you cook, making meal preparation easier and more efficient. Have you discovered any other unexpected uses for common kitchen tools? Share your tips and tricks in the comments below – you might just have the next viral kitchen hack up your sleeve!
'Holy s***, that's what that's for!' exclaimed one shocked viewer upon discovering this feature. It's a sentiment echoed by many who thought they knew their way around a cheese grater. We all have our preferred side of the grater, don't we? The classic shredding side is perfect for turning a block of tasty cheese into a pile of grated goodness, ideal for topping off a hot bowl of soup or a freshly baked potato.
Or perhaps you're partial to the fine grater, which transforms hard parmesan into light, delicate flakes that melt effortlessly over a steaming plate of pasta. And let's not forget the spiky side, a godsend for zesting citrus or grating a touch of nutmeg over a warm custard tart.
A content creator pointed out a cheese grater's unknown feature. Image Credit: Pexels/Anna Shvets
But what about that neglected narrow side with the wide horizontal slits? You know the one – it's often referred to as the 'blade' side, the 'mandolin' side, or in some households, the 'WTF is this for?' side. It's not just there to provide more opportunities to slice your knuckles, even though it does resemble some kind of medieval torture device.
One Instagrammer, @jjwthebadhair, has shed light on this mystery with a simple clip demonstrating its true purpose: to slice cheese. 'Every cheese grater has a side with a single blade or two blades,' her partner explains in the video. With a few swift motions, he presses a block of cheese against one of the blades and voilà – uniform slices of cheese perfect for a sandwich or a cheese platter.
This revelation aligns with advice from none other than the domestic goddess Martha Stewart, whose blog confirms that 'the wide horizontal slots are designed for slicing.' While it may not be as precise as a mandoline or sharp knife, it's a handy trick for making quick slices of cheese or vegetables like cucumber.
The internet, being the treasure trove of knowledge and sarcasm that it is, had mixed reactions. Some claimed they've always known about this feature, while others were genuinely surprised and grateful for the tip. 'My life is forever altered! I did not know this... how? I’m learning more here on the internet,' one commenter wrote.
And it's not just cheese that this side can handle. Some savvy users have been using it to slice potatoes for a gratin or apples for a pie, saving time and effort in the kitchen.
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