Utility Knife: The Perfect All-Around Knife for Your Kitchen

What knife type is smaller and lighter with a blade that is 5-8 inches long, suitable for various cutting chores?

a) Santoku
b) Chef's Knife
c) Utility Knife
d) Paring Knife
Final answer:

Answer:

A knife that is smaller, lighter and has a blade that is 5-8 inches long suitable for various cutting chores is a c) Utility Knife.

Explanation: The knife that matches the description of being smaller and lighter, yet with a blade that is 5-8 inches long, is called a Utility Knife. The utility knife bridges the gap between the larger chef's knives and the smaller paring knives. They are the perfect all-around knife for various cutting chores, whether it is slicing tomatoes, cutting sandwiches, or chopping vegetables. The Santoku is also a great all-around knife, but it is generally shorter and lighter than the chef's knife while the Paring Knife has a small and narrow blade that is only 2-4 inches long.