The best Cutting Boards: Reddit reviews

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I wouldn't get any of the ones you listed. They're far too small. For me the size of a cutting board is one of the most important aspects. This one for example, is as wide as the biggest one you picked out is long. (21x15)

I suspect that I'm going against the grain here but I like a board that can go into my dishwasher.

I use multiple iterations of this:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000CBOTQ8/ref=ppx\_yo\_dt\_b\_search\_asin\_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

A great teak cutting board 18x24 inch. About 86 usd at Amazon.

https://smile.amazon.com/Teak-Cutting-Board-Rectangle-Teakhaus/dp/B001CMRQUW/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1501015639&sr=8-4&keywords=teak+cutting+board

We found a cutting board with raised feet on amazon that fits like a glove in our sunbeam stove.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06W9JTV44/ref=ppx\_yo\_dt\_b\_search\_asin\_image?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Put contact grip under the cutting board. It should stop it from sliding around.

If you want a nice big cutting board that can double as a work surface, this one is highly ranked.

To create extra counter space, get one of these to go on the stove when it's not in use: https://www.amazon.com/Prosumers-Choice-Dual-purpose-Countertop-adjustable/dp/B06W9JTV44/ref=sr_1_9?crid=1II2UOLCZHR41&keywords=stove+top+cutting+board+cover&qid=1639349644&sprefix=stove+top+cutting%2Caps%2C196&sr=8-9

I use mine almost daily. When I need to use the stove I just lean it against the wall until I'm finished and then put it back once the stove cools off. It helps a lot with the space problem.

Here’s something you may want to get him for his birthday or Christmas or something.

Genuine Fred The Obsessive Chef Bamboo Cutting Board, 9-inch by 12-inch https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004TEZD64/ref=cm_sw_r_awdo_navT_a_ZTKCCAQ42RCABBYK3M6H

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001CMRQUW/

I've had this Teakhaus board made from teak wood for many years. It's recommended by ATK as well. It's the best board of I've had and can see it lasting for a long time. Easy to clean and is pretty resistant to onion/garlic, etc. I just apply mineral oil every month or so. I highly recommend it.

I've had this Boos Block for almost 5 years, and I've been pretty happy with it. I know some people aren't aware of how much oil the board will take in after opening. I've had it start curving, which I fixed with more oil.

Since then, I've purchased some smaller boards from local wood workers, and the results have been a lot nicer and cleaner.

Local artisans are more likely to have kept the board in good condition. Where something from amazon or some other warehouse retailer may have been sitting in a warehouse for a while and could potentially have permanent damage.

This is a good Boos block alternative that’s like half the price. Same brand has other sizes and ones with reservoirs if that interests you. I like mine a lot. Might need a little sanding, get some Boos cream for it.

Go with America’s Test Kitchen best wooden cutting board. Here’s a video that goes through their testing process.

Link to their winner on Amazon.

Endgrain, means you're cutting on the ends of the board (more expensive)

https://www.amazon.com/John-Boos-CCB2015-225-Reversible-Chopping/dp/B00CRUDO0Y

edgegrain is like a normal board where the wood is sideways (cheaper) not bad by any means

Thanks! The eye round I found at the grocery store didn't have the outside fat, so I went with top round.

The slicer is from Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07T16XV9Y/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Unfortunately, it's no longer available.

Someone else here posted a picture of the same slicer, but I can't seem to find that photo.

Haha it’s actually just a cheap end grain board I picked up about a year ago from amazon. I haven’t stained it but it’s had quite a good and heavy oiling with mineral oil.

Ironwood Gourmet 28217 Large Charleston End Grain Prep Station, Acacia Wood https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000TZ0IQC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_wS55DbBNSQRGV

https://www.amazon.com/Ironwood-Gourmet-28217-Charleston-Station/dp/B000TZ0IQC/ref=mp_s_a_1_26?dchild=1&keywords=dark+end+grain+cutting+board&qid=1596171423&sr=8-26 this is what I got for Xmas and it's pretty great.

You can build or purchase a raised cutting board. Basically like a tiny table with legs at the height you need to reach a comfortable cutting position. Looks like this, though if it were me I’d probably build one just get some dowels or cabinet feet and rubber caps so it doesn’t slip all over the place and you’re there Prosumer's Choice Dual-purpose Bamboo Stovetop cover workspace and Countertop cutting Board with adjustable legs https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06W9JTV44/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_oJ..Bb5232CFH

don't worry about knives. let him do that himself. I'd say get him a nice large nylon or whatever material cutting board. not wood. I have an OXO 'carving board' that I asked for for christmas, and it's fucking awesome. granted, you have to have the counter space for it... but prepping ingredients is SO MUCH more enjoyable when they aren't constantly rolling off the board and you don't feel cramped.

plus, cutting boards are one of those things that a lot of people would probably consider to be like a 'boring' purchase, whereas a good knife is something that a younger person might be more happy to spend their own money on. let him pick out a knife on his own... you cover the quality-of-life stuff that's less fun to shop for ;D

Dutch oven (Lodge makes great ones that I think are just as good as Le Creuset but 1/3 of the price)

12" cast iron skillet (again, Lodge)

Wooden spoons

Kitchenaid tongs

A good chef's knife (Wusthof or Mac are my favorite brands)

Solid plastic cutting boards (highly recommend these by OXO)

https://www.amazon.com/Premium-Marble-Cheese-Replacement-Stainless/dp/B0000VZA2W/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1505355864&sr=8-4&keywords=cheese+cutter

These things are fun for parties.

1. A good chef knife and several cutting boards. My mom got me this cutting board a while back and while I don't necessarily follow the icons, its really convenient to have 7 cutting boards that store so easy! Knife sharpener is good, too.

2. Chicken thighs. I normally cook them in avocado oil (Costco) and add salt (50% lite salt, 50% reg salt) and pepper. They cook up incredibly quickly on the stove and taste delicious.

3. Hard Salami -- great snack! I get a big one from (surprise, surprise!) Costco and just cut it all up for snackage purposes.

4. Frozen Spinach packs. I've always loved spinach, so getting it frozen (ie, never goes bad!) just lets me stock up.

5. Eating out options. Make sure you have some good go-tos so you're not stuck. My favourites are: wings, steak (obv), pho (ask for no noodles and extra mung beans & meat). In a real bind? Buy a rotisserie chicken from any grocery store and go to town!

6. Keto Cotton Cheesecake for any dessert purposes. This has gotten me through lots of celebrations/holiday meals because nothing sucks quite as much as watching everyone eat dessert but you, which is what I got to do on my birthday (that falls on Thanksgiving)...

7. Sugar Free Jello helped me when I first started and wanted something sweet.

At home I use the Oxo Good Grips Cutting Board. $25 for a huge surface, silicone grips so it won't slip, and I've never had it warp in hot water.

That is a ridiculous amount of money to spend on a cutting board. I have an OXO plastic board with most of my meat work and I use a wooden one that I picked up at a Bed Bath and Beyond when I had a coupon. Both boards in total were about $35 or so.

My plastic board

Edit: Forgot half of my statement and just hit post. The reason I am recommending a cheaper board is because the Victorinox knives are going be almost exactly half of the cost of this board.

I totally like the ads on karmadecay.com. They are funny, interesting and they are SHUT THE FUCK UP AND TAKE MY MONEY-pieces.

Today I found the OCD Cutting board (Amazon link) there and also the Table saw (also Amazon link)

Also agreed on the good chef's knife. However, you don't have to spend a lot. I can't remember the name of the best rated by Cook's Illustrated, but it's well under $100. I think I spend $40 on the one I bought for the ManBeast last Christmas. A nice thing to pair with that is a good cutting board. Oxo makes a great one that I highly recommend.

I love cooking in stainless steel pans, so I'd suggest those for pans. But if she's truly just starting, nonstick might be good. And perhaps a few plastic/wooden cooking utensils to use in said pan so that the pan doesn't get scratched up.

Beyond that, I really think it depends on what exactly she is getting into. I still love the hand mixer my parents got me YEARS ago, and am only replacing it this year because the ManBeast has agreed to go half in on a stand mixer for a mutual holiday gift for each of us.