[header] How to clean wooden cutting boards [title] Choose a cutting board made of hard wood. [step] Cutting boards made of soft woods split more easily, and bacteria grow in the cuts a knife leaves behind. If you pick a cutting board made of a harder wood, like maple, walnut, or cherry, it will resist being cracked or nicked.
[header] How to clean wooden cutting boards [title] Choose a cutting board made of hard wood. [step] Cutting boards made of soft woods split more easily, and bacteria grow in the cuts a knife leaves behind. If you pick a cutting board made of a harder wood, like maple, walnut, or cherry, it will resist being cracked or nicked.
This will keep it safe and looking good for a long time. [title] Consider seasoning it with mineral oil before use. Your cutting board must be soft enough to allow your fingers to easily slide around it. You also don't want anything too rough or jagged. You can also leave the board partially raw so bacteria can't colonize it, or use an unsealed container for storage. [substeps] If you use a metal cutting board, there is a good chance that bacteria can grow inside. [substeps] An electric cutting board is ideal for softer wood, like log, as it can avoid cracking. However, you should also avoid using electric cutting boards made of hard wood.