


Basic Knife Skills
Jacques Pépin shares his lifetime of culinary knowledge and belief that anyone can cook well with the right guidance. Pépin’s encouraging style invites viewers to build confidence with everything from knife skills and sauces to simple desserts. Each episode blends detailed instruction with Pépin’s signature warmth and storytelling, making French cooking approachable for home cooks.

Basic Knife Skills
Season 1 Episode 1 | 24m 43s | CC
Selecting and sharpening knives; holding and positioning a knife; chopping parsley and basil; peeling and chopping onions.
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