Keeping a Cheese Board in Your Kitchen
A kitchen isn’t a kitchen if it doesn’t have at least one cutting board. Some people even have multiple cutting boards and color coat them based on what they’re used for. It’s best to have one dedicated to raw meat while another is for vegetables, bread, and just about anything else. One board that you should consider getting is a Cheese Board. These are similar to a cutting board but would be used only for slicing cheese.
The practice of using different cutting surfaces for different foods is to prevent cross-contamination. Switching between different types of food, say raw chicken to fresh bread, allows germs and bacteria from the meat to get onto something else. You also need to be aware that foods also have their own smells, some stronger than others. When you’re using a cutting board for onions or garlic, the smell can remain on the material for a bit, so going directly from cutting those and then placing cheese on the board will cause your cheese to retain the odor from them. Having a Cheese Board will prevent this. You’ll know that only cheese is cut there and you won’t need to worry about anything ruining your tasty treat.
As with regular wooden cutting boards, you’ll need to take proper care of your Cheese Board. Never put it in the dishwasher as the heat can do great damage. If you want to get the most out of your board and keep it looking its very best, some attention to its upkeep is required. To prevent cracking or splitting, be sure to hand wash using a mild-detergent and warm water. After allowing it to air dry, rub mineral oil into it.
A Cheese Board may seem like a luxury item, but if you’re a real cheese lover, it’s a very appropriate item to own. If you’re sampling a new kind of cheese, serving a variety platter to friends, or even if you’re just slicing some for a dish you’re making, a Cheese Board can make all the difference. Whether it’s for yourself or a loved one, a hand-carved Cheese Board can be a great gift and asset to one’s kitchen appliances.
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