STEP 10: TO CUT DICE Rotate the stalk and cut crosswise in to dice The split section of the stalk should hold together as you cut, keeping the strips together STEP 11: TO CUT BATONS To make batons for soups or salads, split the stalk lengthwise as you would for fine dice, then cut crosswise into 1½- to 2-inch pieces STEP 12: DONE Batons, large dice, slices, and fine dice, ready to cook or incorporate into salads