It is one of the most important utensils in every kitchen: the wooden spoon.
Find out here how to clean it optimally - and when you should dispose of it.
The kitchen is a place where
hygiene is a top priority
.
Not only must the shelves and saucepans be clean, but also all other kitchen utensils and
dishes
.
In addition to the glasses, which you can get clean even when they are already completely milky *, this also includes the
wooden spoon
.
It is essential to clean it properly in order to run a healthy and hygienic kitchen.
But it is no less important to know when to dispose of the wooden spoon.
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The ideal cleaning for your wooden spoon
Do
not just put
the wooden
spoon
in the dishwasher
after use
- because in this not only can the wood swell, it can also lead to unsavory discolorations that have no business on the wooden spoon.
Better:
Wash
the spoon with hand, soap and warm water
immediately after cooking
and then let it air dry.
This is gentle on the material and prevents discoloration.
An old household
trick can
help to give the spoon additional protection:
sprinkle some salt over the wooden spoon!
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Discoloration on the wooden spoon - what to do?
A wooden spoon with discoloration does not have to be thrown away immediately - it can still be cleaned.
This not only removes the unpleasant colors, but also
bacteria and germs
.
The following methods are available:
Dip the wooden spoon in
soda water
for a day or two
.
This will lighten the color and eliminate bacteria.
Alternatively, they can be soaked in lemon water, vinegar and salt water.
The effect remains the same
.
If you are in a hurry,
use
baking soda
.
Mix the powder with hot water and insert the wooden spoon for
four hours
.
Then wash off thoroughly - and voilà: like new!
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Is the wooden spoon ready for the trash can?
A simple test shows it
The Australian gastronomy critic Max Preston, reports myhomebook, has a
helpful trick
ready to quickly check whether a wooden spoon should be
thrown
away.
All you need is a
bowl of boiling water.
Put the wooden spoon in it and wait 20 minutes.
If the water is discolored and looks cloudy and oily, it's time for a
new wooden spoon
.
(fh)
* Merkur.de is part of the nationwide Ippen-Digital editors network.
Source: myhomebook.de
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