You may need to use a vegetable brush on tougher vegetables, like squash, to get out stuck on dirt and debris.

When peeling an onion, you may accidentally peel off the top layer when removing the skin. You can still use an onion after peeling off the top layer, so do not worry if this happens. Not all vegetables require peeling prior to cooking. Consult your recipe to see if you need to peel your vegetables first.

If you use your hands to push your veggies together, wash your hands first.

Times vary depending on the type of vegetable you’re mincing. Softer vegetables, like garlic, will mince faster than sturdier vegetables like potatoes.

A grater is not the best choice for delicate vegetables, like garlic, as will cause them to form a paste.