Side One: Knife Guides and Kitchen Essentials
The first side of the Mercer Rules tool delivers a wealth of practical culinary knowledge at a glance, keeping critical information within arm's reach during training or prep.
- Illustrated knife reference guide covering paring, utility, boning, bread, chef's, and carving knives
- NAMP primal cuts diagram for both pork and beef
- Proper cooler rack storage protocol organized by food type
- Sugar cooking temperature stages and Tourné shape dimensions
Side Two: Classic Cuts and Key Conversions
The reverse side focuses on perfecting fundamental knife cuts and mastering culinary math, providing the references every student and professional relies on daily.
- Cut dimensions from fine brunoise (1/16") to large dice (3/4") with visual size templates
- Fine julienne through batonette guidelines with dimensional references
- Paysanne shape templates and volume/weight conversion charts
- Temperature and weight conversions, the five mother sauces, and safe cook and storage temperatures
Recipes and Useful Facts Built Right In
Beyond measurements and cut guides, the Mercer Rules tool includes foundational recipes and quick-reference kitchen facts that go far beyond a standard ruler.
- Recipes for pie dough, Pate a Choux, and pasta dough printed directly on the tool
- Yield percent formula for calculating edible portion quantities
- Useful facts including water boiling and freezing points, oven temperatures, sugar caramelization, and gelatin conversions
Slim Profile, Ready Right Away
At 12-1/4" x 5" (31.1 x 12.7 cm), the Mercer Rules tool is sized to store flat in a knife roll, textbook, or workstation drawer without taking up valuable space.
- Compact dimensions fit easily in any culinary kit or storage setup
- Stainless steel surface is dishwasher safe and wipes clean in seconds
- Dual-sided design delivers maximum reference information in a single tool
- Available in English, Spanish, and Mini styles to suit every preference
Why You'll Love It
The Mercer Culinary M33241 Mercer Rules is the definitive at-a-glance reference tool for anyone serious about mastering culinary fundamentals.
- Ideal for culinary students, competition prep, and professional kitchen environments that demand accuracy and speed.
- Two information-packed sides cover knife selection, classic cuts, conversions, temperatures, mother sauces, and foundational recipes in a single durable tool.
- Pairs perfectly with a Mercer knife set for a complete culinary training setup that covers both technique and precision.
| Brand | Mercer Culinary |
| Model | M33241 |
| Product Name | Mercer Rules™ Two-Sided Culinary Reference Tool |
| Material | 18-8 Stainless Steel |
| Dimensions | 12-1/4" x 5" (31.1 x 12.7 cm) |
| Color | Silver |
| Sides | Two-Sided |
| Ruler Scale | Inches & Centimeters |
| Classic Knife Cuts Referenced | Fine Brunoise (1/16"), Brunoise (1/8"), Small Dice (1/4"), Medium Dice (1/2"), Large Dice (3/4"), Fine Julienne (1/16" x 1/16" x 2"), Julienne (1/8" x 1/8" x 2"), Batonette (1/4" x 1/4" x 2") |
| Tourné Reference | 3/4" dia. x 2", 7 sides, flat ends |
| Paysanne Shapes | 1/2" Round (1/8" thick), 1/2" Triangle (1/8" thick) |
| Conversion Tables | Volume conversions, temperature conversions (°F/°C), weight conversions (oz/gm) |
| Cook & Storage Temperatures | Pork, Poultry, Ground Meats, Fish; USDA food storage guidelines |
| Knife Reference Guide | Paring, Utility, Boning, Bread, Chef's, Carving |
| NAMP Primal Cuts | Pork and beef primal cut diagrams |
| Cooler Rack Storage Protocol | 5-shelf storage order included |
| Sugar Cooking Stages | Soft Ball, Hard Ball, Soft Crack, Hard Crack, Caramelized (°F and °C) |
| Mother Sauces | Béchamel, Espagnole, Hollandaise, Tomato, Velouté |
| Recipes Included | Pie Dough, Pâte à Choux, Pasta Dough |
| Yield Percent Formula | Included (Edible Portion Quantity ÷ As Purchased Quantity × 100) |
| Item Weight | 0.55 lbs |
| UPC | 765301905859 |
| Care Instructions | Dishwasher safe; hand wash recommended with warm water and mild soap, rinse and dry thoroughly |
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