Cutting boards are useful for cooks at every level. From children just learning to cook to seasoned chefs whipping up creative new recipes in their kitchens, cutting boards help to reduce germ exposure and prevent damage to other kitchen surfaces. You’ll find that there are many different features to look for in an ideal cutting board. To find one that matches your needs and your sense of style—here are several great cutting boards to consider.
These thick and durable cutting boards – in a variety of handy sizes – are designed to be safe on the hands and friendly on the budget. They’re non-porous and BPA-free and aren’t likely to splinter, crack or peel. Deep grooves around the edge of the boards will catch juices from certain foods to ensure countertops stay clean. They’re dishwasher safe and still gentle on your knife sets. (Oh, and they’re available in 20 color options.)
There were many oohs and aahs when we first set eyes on this bamboo cutting board from Royal Craft Wood. Synthetic materials might be all the rage in cutting board construction these days, but we’re suckers for bamboo – a material that still offers the antibacterial, antimicrobial and water-resistant properties any board should feature. It also has those helpful side grooves for trapping runaway juices and a 2-in-1 design that lets you use both surfaces of the board for cutting. Plus, bamboo is a renewable source.
There’s one huge advantage to having a cutting mat instead of a cutting board: Once you’re done slicing and dicing, its flexibility allows you to shape it into a funnel and pour the ingredients right into your recipe. This trio of mats – one for each food group – is also dishwasher safe and easy to roll up for storage.
BPA-free construction, grooves to trap escaping juices, and a smart-grip design—these boards from HOMEWE have all the features we need to get cooking. They also come in three different sizes so you can prep a few different dishes without washing after each use. Vibrant beets and stinky onions are no match for this super stain- and odor-resistant board. When your prep is complete, simply run the boards through your normal dishwasher cycle and your chores are over.
If a no-frills cutting board appeals to you, consider this model from Farberware. It might not have all the bells and whistles of other boards, but it still has BPA-free construction, a non-porous surface, and is resistant to odors, stains, and germs. It’s reversible so both sides are usable and can be placed in the dishwasher for cleaning. This is a truly great option for novice cooks.
