[header] How to clean and disinfect wooden cooking utensils [title] Rinse immediately after use. [step] After using a wooden spoon, first rinse it under warm water. Don't soak it in dishwater, since dishwater can harbor bacteria that can get absorbed by the wood.
[header] How to clean and disinfect wooden cooking utensils [title] Rinse immediately after use. [step] After using a wooden spoon, first rinse it under warm water. Don't soak it in dishwater, since dishwater can harbor bacteria that can get absorbed by the wood.
Soaking can also cause wooden kitchenware to split or crack. [title] Wash the utensil by hand. After rinsing a wooden utensil, dry it by patting it dry with a clean towel or similar piece of material. [substeps] Even stainless steel spoons can still get dirty. [title] Wipe down the utensil with a soft cloth or paper towel. [step] While you wash, wipe down the utensil completely. Scrubbing with a wooden spoon causes the blunt part of the spoon to stick out. [substeps] If you are cleaning whole foods, do not use a metal spoon.