Tool

Y-peeler

Fast, safe peeling.

What it is and why it matters

A vegetable peeler removes thin skin from potatoes, carrots, apples and cucumbers. It takes off less of the food than a knife and keeps fingers farther from the blade. It can also shave cheese or make ribbons of vegetables.

Used in 33 Simmerbee recipes: needed in 31, nice to have in 2.

Recipes that need it (31)

breakfast-brunch (1)

dinner (17)

desserts (5)

side-dishes (7)

lunch (1)

Nice to have for (2)

These recipes work without it; it makes the job easier.

dinner (2)

Often used with it

Large cutting boardMeasuring cups and spoons8-inch chef's knifeNesting mixing bowlsWooden spoonsEnameled Dutch oven

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