Walnut: Walnut trees are predominantly grown in North America, California being the largest purveyor of the trees. Centuries ago, Native Americans would extract oil from the Walnut tree to cook corn and beans. Another fun fact is that a handful of tasty black walnuts contain more protein than two slices of bacon! Noble, lustrous, durable, it has an aristocratic looks to it, and its rich dark tones makes the food you're cutting or serving on it stand out. A pick of choice! Washing wood cutting boards In order to avoid staining or contamination on your wood cutting board, it's best to wipe the board with a light soapy cloth soon after the cutting board is used. Make sure the wood cutting board is washed thoroughly and completly dry before applying any of these oils. Oiling the cutting board regularly will not only preserve the board it will also bring out the natural grain and color of the wood. Coconut oil: Will bring out the natural grain and color of the wood and its natural properties will preserve the cutting board and prevent bacteria. Organic Flaxseed Oil: Not tainted by chemical pesticides or fertilizers, opting for organic oil is a greener choice for environmentally concerned consumers Beeswax: it won't go bad from heating or reusing. Easy to find, mixing it with mineral oil makes an amazing finish to your cutting board. Walnut oil: Walnut oil is more expensive than the other choices. However, it is color enhancing. Almond oil: This oil works well, however it may affect people who have allergies towards nuts. Mineral oil: Colorless and tasteless, food safe mineral oil is cheap and easy to find in local drugstores or major retailers.
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