Seasoning/sealing wooden chopping boards?!
Answers: I have just got a new wooden chopping board, do I need to treat it with anything to prolong it's life?
I sometimes put a drop of Olive Oil on and Rub it in to keep the Wood Fibres from drying out to much.I sometimes Pour Boiling Water on it to Steralize it if it has come in contact with Meat and then dry it with Paper Kitchen Towel, and rub Olive Oil in occasionally as stated.
The best thing you can do is to put it straight in the bin. they harbour germs and flavours cross contaminate all sorts of delicate foods.
No, when washing do so with hard plastic brush. Do not immerse in water.
Just use it and clean it thoroughly (without soaking it) after use.
Contrary to what Splodge wrote, tests have shown that wooden chopping boards are cleaner and more hygienic than plastic ones.
Wipe down the board with a sponge or dish towel and hot, soapy water immediately after use.
For long term care-
Get rid of minor stains by sprinkling table salt on the affected area and rubbing the area with a lemon wedge.
Use an abrasive antibacterial cleaner and scouring pad for tougher stains.
Rub the board with fine sandpaper to get rid of severe stains. Be sure to rub along the grain of the wood.
Rinse the board well.
Wipe off excess water with a clean towel and lean the board against a countertop to allow for even drying.
Tips & Warnings
Clean your cutting board after each use for sanitary purposes.
To maintain an attractive finish, use a food-safe mineral oil to polish your cutting board.
Don't leave a wooden cutting board in standing water, it will cause it to split.