Cleaning Chopping and Cutting Boards

Chopping and cutting boards are breeding grounds for bacteria to grow on. No matter what material the cutting board is, plastic, wood, rubber, glass, marble, steel or anything else, it is vital to clean it properly. Not doing so can result in cross-contamination, or disease infested boards. The disinfecting of the boards is a delicate process and some board material require special attention. Here is a list of the most common materials these boards come in and the proper way to disinfect them.