Can a home meat slicer slice cheese?

Yes, most home meat slicers handle semi-hard and hard cheeses well. Very soft cheeses like brie will squish rather than slice. For best results with cheese, partially freeze soft cheeses for 15-20 minutes before slicing. Clean the blade between meat and cheese to prevent flavor transfer.

How do I clean a meat slicer safely?

Unplug the slicer. Set the blade thickness to zero. Wipe the blade with a damp cloth, moving from the center outward — never along the edge. Remove all detachable parts and wash with warm soapy water. Sanitize with a food-safe sanitizer. Dry all components completely before reassembly. Never submerge the motor unit in water.

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