If you buy something from a link, Vox Media may earn a commission. See our ethics statement. A mandoline slicer can be a fairly intimidating tool, conjuring up nightmare visions of slicing one’s ...

Though a mandoline slicer may sound like a cross between a musical instrument and a piece of gym equipment, it's actually one of the most valuable tools every cook should have in their kitchen drawer.

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