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The Kitchen Tool You Should Be Using To Cut Herbs (No, It's Not A Knife) By Rolland Judd Oct. 4, 2025 9:00 am EST

While you can substitute dried herbs for fresh ones using the correct ratios, sometimes the dry stuff fails to impart the fragrant notes you want in your cuisine. But boy, does it save time, especially when you need a considerable amount. Instead of being chained to a cutting board chopping away until you're arms feel like they are going to fall off, you just measure out what you need and toss it in the dish. Still, sometimes it's worth the sacrifice to do your culinary gems justice.

Although it may seem intuitive to grab your trusty chef's knife and simply go to town on those herbs, there is actually another kitchen tool that can speed up the process.

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