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How to Clean Cutting Boards

How to Clean Cutting Boards

I am an advocate for using several cutting boards in food preparation. Cross contamination is easy to do in a busy kitchen. I actually labeled mine, meat, veggie, poultry and fish. If you missed my previous new uses for old things post, I have a nifty way to store them too (wink), just click here to read it. I have had colored cutting boards in the past too with each color representing the task. Always use a clean cutting board for food preparation. I have some easy to follow methods for how to clean cutting boards.

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Plastic/ Glass
Personally I try and keep glass cutting boards out of my kitchen, I’m clumsy  🙂 So I stick to plastic ( heavy acrylic) and wood. The method for cleaning glass cutting boards is the same as plastic.

Dishwasher Method

• Rinse well to remove any leftover food particles. Place in the lower rack of the dishwasher with plenty of room all around.
• Set dishwasher on your highest heat setting or sanitize mode if you have it.
• Once a month follow the method below for cleaning if you do not have a dishwasher.
Sink Method or if you do not have a dishwasher
• Rinse well to remove any leftover food particles
• Wash with hot soapy water
• Rinse with clean water
• Fill a wash basin ( or a clean sink) with very hot (not boiling) water
• Place cutting board in a wash basin or clean sink
• Add one teaspoon of unscented chlorine bleach to every two quarts of water
• Let sit in the bleach water for 15-30 minutes
• Rinse with clear water
• Let air dry
Wood Cutting Boards

I think everyone likes and appreciates the look of  a good wood cutting board. I know I do. My new Black Canyon Woodworks Personalized Cutting Board prompted this post today. You can read my review HERE. I think this new cutting board is a work of art!

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Wood is naturally very porous which allows for bacteria to be left behind hanging out in all of the little grooves. For that reason I use wood cutting boards for breads only. Although a well-oiled wood cutting board does provide a bit of a barrier.

• Wash with hot soapy water (do not place wooden cutting boards in the dishwasher they can warp, crack or split)
• Rinse with tepid running water
• Let air dry
• Once a week -Fill a wash basin ( or a clean sink) with very hot (not boiling) water
• Add one teaspoon of unscented chlorine bleach to every two quarts of water
• Dunk the cutting board into the bleach water 3-5 times letting it cover the surface of the wood
• Rinse with clear water
• Let air dry

Investing in a nice cutting board is a wise decision. But, you should replace worn cutting boards as soon as they start showing signs of wear, knife scars, pitting, grooves or cracks. etc. I did read some truly well-intentioned but misguided information distributed on the internet( imagine that), claiming that wood is naturally antibacterial. What! Ummm, wood draws in and traps bacteria, especially those wet yucky bits of bacteria . They stay right there under the surface…eww, I’m just saying. You might consider using your wood cutting boards for breads and use plastic for everything else. It works well for me and I think you will be happy too.

Did you find my How to Clean Cutting Boards useful?

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  1. Janine Huldie says

    February 27, 2015 at 5:34 AM

    Great tips for how to clean cutting boards and admit I knew some of this, but not all of it. Thanks Katie and have a great weekend now!! 🙂 xoxo

    Reply
    • Katherines Corner says

      March 2, 2015 at 8:36 PM

      Janine you sweetie you. you make me smile. xo

      Reply
  2. Lori from LL Farm says

    February 27, 2015 at 6:38 AM

    Thank you for the tips Katherine. Although I know I’m not suppose to, I put a wood cutting board in the dishwasher last night because it had a faint smell. Well, now it is cracked. Should have read your post first. 😉
    Lori

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    • Katherines Corner says

      March 2, 2015 at 8:39 PM

      Lori, I am so sorry to learn about your cutting board. Although I didn’t mention it, if it has an odor it is most likely bacteria. But if it is more like garlic or onion from recent use, a little lemon and sea salt scrub should help eliminate the odors. Not sure if your cracked cutting board is still usable for this tip . But maybe for your next one. xox

      Reply
  3. Rosey says

    February 27, 2015 at 9:45 AM

    I do appreciate a good wood cutting board. Love that yours has your name on it!

    Reply
    • Katherines Corner says

      March 3, 2015 at 8:19 PM

      Me too and how neat is that! I love it. xo

      Reply
  4. Brenda says

    February 27, 2015 at 9:16 PM

    Thanks for the tips about how to wash them.

    Reply
    • Katherines Corner says

      March 2, 2015 at 8:39 PM

      Hi Brenda my pleasure. Hugs!

      Reply
  5. Anne Byerley says

    February 28, 2015 at 1:36 AM

    Hi Katherine,
    Thanks for the tips absolutely great. Hubby uses wooden boards, but once a week he puts them through the planer and takes a bit of both sides, so you have a wonderful new surface.
    I hope that you have a fantastic day.
    Love and best wishes.
    Anne

    Reply
    • Katherines Corner says

      March 2, 2015 at 8:40 PM

      Hi Anne! What an awesome hubby you have that can make your cutting boards like new . Love that! Send hugs your way my friend xo

      Reply
  6. Amanda @ Diary of a Semi-Health Nut says

    February 28, 2015 at 12:03 PM

    Oh great tips! We use wooden cutting boards and definitely aren’t as clean as we could be!!

    Reply
    • Katherines Corner says

      March 2, 2015 at 8:41 PM

      Amanda, I am so happy to know you liked the tips. I hope they will help you to have your cutting boards perfect for every meal you create. xo

      Reply
  7. Suzanne of Simply Suzannes at Home says

    February 28, 2015 at 7:56 PM

    Hi Katherine!
    I enjoyed reading this post!
    I, too, have wood cutting boards. I LOVE them . . . their look and durability.
    I have several thin plastic cutting boards that I place on top of my wood board for cutting, so as to preserve the integrity of my wood boards.
    I wash my wood boards with warm water and mild soap . . . and oil them at least once a week. The oil helps them look prettier longer, and it also helps their natural grain shine through.
    Thanks for the informative post!
    Have a wonderful weekend,
    Suzanne

    Reply
    • Katherines Corner says

      March 2, 2015 at 8:43 PM

      Hi Suzanne! I hope you are well and smiling.You have such a wonderful tip for keeping them looking the best. I agree oiling will give them a much longer life too. Big hugs my friend. xo

      Reply
  8. mommyinsports says

    March 1, 2015 at 3:54 PM

    This is seriously helpful, I was just figuring out how to scrub a wooden cutting board. thank you!

    Reply
    • Katherines Corner says

      March 2, 2015 at 8:44 PM

      Hi Kristen! So happy that my tips will help you with your cutting boards. Big hugs!

      Reply
  9. thedollhousev says

    March 2, 2015 at 4:25 AM

    Super tips!! Happy Monday xx

    Reply
    • Katherines Corner says

      March 2, 2015 at 8:45 PM

      Thank you my friend , Happy Monday ♥ xoxox

      Reply
  10. Jack Sander says

    March 2, 2015 at 12:52 PM

    This tutorial makes me think how easy is to overlook these basic things that make such a big difference in our daily life. I shared this so that all my friends get the opportunity to read these awesome tips.

    Reply
    • Katherines Corner says

      March 3, 2015 at 8:27 PM

      Hi Jack, thank you, and thank you for sharing. Hugs

      Reply
  11. veronica lee says

    March 23, 2015 at 6:22 AM

    Thanks for these very useful tips, Katherine. Pinned!

    Reply
  12. Stephanie McGrath says

    October 16, 2015 at 7:38 AM

    The tips are great and very helpful. I was searching for something just so simple and handy. Thank you for sharing!

    Reply
    • Katherines Corner says

      October 16, 2015 at 7:50 AM

      my pleasure, thank you for visiting.:-)

      Reply
  13. Wild Wood says

    August 18, 2020 at 6:43 PM

    A very detailed instructions. Great content

    Reply
    • Katherine says

      August 19, 2020 at 6:48 AM

      Thank you. Welcome to Katherines Corner. I just visited your website and your cutting boards are lovely. The perfect necessity for any kitchen.

      Reply

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