Kitchen Tip!
Does your cutting board slip and slide all over the counter when you’re trying to cut your fruit and vegetables? If so, here’s a simple kitchen tip that will protect you from cutting yourself.
Take a paper towel sheet and put it under the faucet and get it wet. Ring it out so that it’s just damp. Then lay it down on your counter.
Place your cutting board down on the damp towel. Now, see if you can move it. The cutting board should be fixed in place by the damp towel. You shouldn’t be able to move it in any direction.
So you ask, “how will this keep me from cutting myself?”
If you are slicing and dicing fruits and veggies and the board isn’t stabilized, and it moves, the knife could slip causing you to cut yourself.
This is a simple and inexpensive way to keep your fingers safe. Of course, always be sure that your knives are sharp. A dull blade is more dangerous than one that is sharp, and of course, never turn your head while slicing something. That’s a sure way to injure yourself.
I hope this tip was helpful!
Happy Cooking!
Hi, I’m Vicki Bensinger! I have been teaching culinary classes throughout Missouri since 1992. I offer personalized private culinary classes for individuals and small groups in the comfort of your home or organization.
cool…my biggest slipping problem is when I’m chopping something up fine..thanks for the tip!
You’re welcome Dee. I’m certain if you try this simple and inexpensive method that you won’t have to worry about the board slipping again.
Let me know what you think after trying it.
Great tip, Vicki!!
Lots of yummy love,
Alex aka Ma What’s For Dinner
http://www.mawhats4dinner.com