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It might be tempting to submerge your wooden cutting board in the dishwasher. But, it isn’t a good idea. Wood can splinter, warp and even break when exposed to moisture and high heat in a long washing cycle. How Can I Clean My Wooden Chopping Board? Here are ways to clean your chopping board. Cleaning …
You might not know this, but you should always have 4 cutting boards at all times. Use separate cutting boards when preparing raw meat and veggies. To keep your kitchen as sanitary as possible, it’s best to designate one cutting board just for veggies, another just for meat, and two backups. Cutting meats on the …
“The experts weigh in and ask, are marble cutting boards good? The answer: yes, but only for certain types of food.” I’ve been using the same cutting board for years, and it’s starting to show its age. There are scratches all over my cutting board, and it’s not as stable as it used to be. …
Many people have several wooden cutting boards in their kitchen—one for fruits and vegetables, one for raw meat, and maybe one or two more. But why do people use them? It’s not just because they’re pretty to look at; it’s also because wooden cutting boards are sanitary and safer than plastic ones if cleaned correctly. …
I knew I had officially transformed into a real adult when I became enthralled with a beautiful cutting board. The smooth expanse of end-grain walnut and maple, both excellent wood for cutting boards, drew my eye. Artfully arrayed in a blade-friendly edge-grain checkerboard pattern, the hardwoods promised years of use. Immediately, I envisioned that board …
Many people believe that the holes and grooves in cutting boards are for decoration. Others think that the holes help catch food that falls off the board; this reduces the amount of food that goes into the sink. What is the real reason for the small holes and grooves in cutting boards? In this post …
Our dishwashers clean our dishes, so they must stay clean, right? Unfortunately, dishwashers can get even dirtier than the dishes we put in them. Food and debris build-up can make our dishwashers not run optimally, and even began to break down if we don’t keep them clean. But just how do you clean a dishwasher? …
There’s nothing like that first cup of coffee in the morning. It wakes us up, helps to get our day started, and tastes great. But did you know having an unclean coffee maker can actually affect the taste and quality of your coffee? Build up of minerals and organics in the coffee maker can also …
Can you remember the last time you did a deep clean of your oven? If not, it might be time to throw on some rubber gloves and get to work. The inside of our ovens can become caked with burnt food and grease residue, which can not only affect the taste of the foods we …
The kitchen sink for many families is the heart of the kitchen. You’d be surprised to know however it is the second dirtiest space in your kitchen. It’s where we wash the cake batter off of our hands, defrost the frozen chicken, and begrudgingly clean up the dishes after cooking a nice meal. All of …
It might sound unnecessary to deep clean a machine that’s function is to clean. After all, your dishwasher cleans your dishes, so it must be clean right? In a perfect world maybe, but in reality, our dishwashers can get even dirtier than the dishes we put in them. This can not only create cloudy and …
When was the last time you cleaned out your fridge? Last week? Month? Year? You could be inviting foodborne pathogens and a number of other issues into your fridge by not cleaning it often. Our refrigerators are where we store what we eat at a safe and controlled temperature, but if your fridge isn’t being …
While we use paper towels today to clean up a number of accidents, the invention of the paper towel itself was too an accident. Ever since their accidental invention, paper towels have greatly reduced the spread of germs and disease, as well as cleaning up a few messes along the way. The paper towel lets …
If you are interested in using a butcher block for cooking, then no. However, a butcher block is great for presentation and eye appeal. The material that goes into the making of a butcher block is not sustainable for the long term. It is typically a softwood that is likely to endure knife cuts, molds, …
What are tea towels? The tea towel is an inherently practical tool to have around the kitchen, whether it’s in your home or the commercial world. Learning the many different ways to implement this cloth will help you streamline your cooking process and add flair to your presentation, as well as serving to organize and …
A kitchen design I love is attaching a kitchen table lower than the island. A standard island has a minimum height of 36 inches, while a table typically has 30 inches. The height difference makes it easier to connect your table at a lower level without needing special modifications. So, how does the combination work …
It is perfectly fine to mix cabinets and open shelving in a kitchen. Cabinets enable you to keep kitchen pieces behind closed doors for a neater look. Nevertheless, open shelving lets you organize and show unique kitchenware while creating an interesting visual balance. I also love it because it offers more room for creativity, allowing …
A kitchen island higher than the countertops is a common and excellent design for various homes. I like it over a lower placement because it suits different styles, ranging from a traditional kitchen to open-plan concepts. It presents various benefits that let you incorporate it into your design according to your needs. These include: For …
The question we are posing is what can I hang on a kitchen wall? We may, however, be better off asking, what can I not hang on a kitchen wall? The options are boundless, and something to get excited about! A kitchen is the heart of your home. After all, it’s where the magic happens! …
“We shall defend our island, whatever the cost may be, we shall fight on the beaches, we shall fight on the landing grounds, we shall fight in the fields and in the streets, we shall fight in the hills; we shall never surrender.” Well, unless the milk goes bad and tries to conquer the range …