Culinary I – Stocks, Sauces, Soups, & Knife Cuts Common Assessment 1 (CA1) Practice Test

Paysanne dimension (size).

A thin, flat piece about 1/8 inch thick and 1–2 inches in its largest dimension. A round coin about 1/4 inch. A long strip about 1/16 inch by 3 inches. A cube about 1/8 inch.

Correct Answer:

A thin, flat piece about 1/8 inch thick and 1–2 inches in its largest dimension.

Explanation:

Paysanne is a knife-cut that yields thin, flat pieces of vegetables. The defining trait is the flat shape and small size, which lets the pieces cook quickly and evenly. A description of about 1/8 inch thick with the longest dimension around 1–2 inches matches how paysanne pieces are typically cut, giving a rustic, slicey shard that integrates well into soups, stews, or garnishes. This is different from rounds (coins) or long sticks or rigid cubes, which represent other cuts and cooking needs.

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