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    How to Clean Wooden Kitchen Items
    Hector Sanchez
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  • Wash wooden bowls, spoons, and cutting boards in hot, soapy water, then rinse thoroughly with hot water and dry. Never let wood sit in water or it may crack or warp.
  • While a sponge is fine for washing bowls and utensils, use either a brand-new sponge or a soft-bristled brush for cutting boards, to avoid transferring bacteria from an older sponge to the cracks and crevices left on the board from cutting and chopping.

  • To get out tough stains, Curtis-Michael suggests going over the board with a freshly cut lemon, which will bleach and scour it.

  • Brush a generous coat of mineral oil on wooden cutting boards every six months or so to prevent cracking. Let the oil soak in, then wipe off the remainder with a soft cloth.
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