A cutting board seems like a simple kitchen tool, but the material you choose can affect food safety and the board's lifespan. Some boards are marketed as more hygienic or more durable, yet each ...

The USDA & FDA have declared wood and nonporous surfaces (like plastic, marble, and glass) safe for food preparation. Plastic cutting boards wear with daily use and should be replaced when they ...

Everyone has one: a scratched, stained plastic cutting board that’s been in your kitchen for years. Despite how many times you say to yourself, “I should get a new one,” you never do — but now, it’s ...

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Shop TODAY independently determines what we cover and recommend. When you buy through our links, we earn a commission. Learn more. One of the most used kitchen products by home cooks and pros alike is ...

The debate between wood and plastic cutting boards has been simmering for years, and with Food Safety Education Month upon us, it's the perfect time to revisit the question. Is wood truly better for ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. It's time to take a closer look at your chopping board. (Getty Images) (Anna Rolandi via Getty Images) A cutting board is one of ...