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How to Store Cutting Boards: Easy Storage and Organization Ideas

10/12/2021

 
Learn the best ways to store and organize your cutting boards with this collection of easy and practical kitchen storage ideas.
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We all use cutting boards in the kitchen. However, unlike cookie sheets, these tools are used more often. Therefore, one doesn’t necessarily want to stash them in cabinet you have to dig through or in the drawer under your oven.
 
Instead, we came up with some great ideas to store a cutting board for easy access.
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Cutting Board Storage Ideas

There are lots of great ways to store cutting boards in your kitchen. The awesome thing about this is that there’s no right or wrong way to store your boards! Whether you display them on a counter or tuck them away in a drawer, these cutting board storage ideas fit every lifestyle, space, or need.

Where to Store Cutting Boards in the Kitchen

At the end of the day, the best way to store cutting boards is up to you! Following are the top ways to store and organize cutting boards in your kitchen.
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How to Store Cutting Boards on the Counter

If interior drawer or cabinet space isn’t an option, keeping your cutting boards on your countertop is a simple solution when can’t just hide them. Here are some easy ways to store cutting boards on the counter to reserve your cabinet space for other needs.
 
  • Lean them against a wall.
  • Store your cutting boards flat on the countertop.
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  • Keep them inside a decorative basket or wooden crate on a counter or shelf.
  • Use your wood cutting board as home décor by placing it on a display stand.
  • Make a cutting board rack with this easy tutorial to store your boards on the counter, upright and out of the way, while still providing quick and easy access.

Organize Them Inside Drawers or Cabinets

If you have adequate space inside your kitchen drawers or cabinets, you can utilize these easy solutions to keep your cutting boards organized and accessible.
 
  • Tuck them inside a drawer.
  • Stash them in a cabinet using a slide out cutting board storage rack for easy access and more storage space in your cabinets.
  • Install towel rods under the shelves to keep them neatly in place in an upright position.
  • Tuck them inside your buffet.
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  • Turn a lower cabinet into a pull-out drawer with dividers for upright storage and organization of cutting boards and cookie sheets.
  • Attach an inexpensive magazine holder to the interior of your cabinet door using 3M hooks for additional storage space.
  • Take advantage of vertical storage on your kitchen island.
  • Use an extension for your island for extra storage space for cutting boards and knives. Or use a bar block with cubbies.
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Display Them on the Wall

If you like to keep your countertops free of clutter and are limited on storage space, you can display your cutting boards on the wall. This provides easy access without taking up existing space you need for other kitchen tools.
 
  • Use a hook to hang your boards on the wall or on the side of a cabinet or kitchen island.
  • Display and organize your boards and other kitchen tools with a wall-mounted pegboard system.
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Best Way to Store Cutting Boards

The best way to store cutting boards is vertically, rather than horizontally. This is especially important if you have wooden cutting boards rather than plastic ones. Of course, if you are using your boards on a daily basis, this is less of a concern. So don’t stress if you store your boards flat on your countertop or in a closed drawer.

Why Should You Store Cutting Boards Vertically?

While it’s not imperative that you store your kitchen cutting boards vertically, it is advisable for wood cutting boards. By keeping your boards in an upright position, it helps to prevent moisture from getting trapped underneath and possibly warping the boards. It also helps to keep your cutting boards clean as it’s more difficult for dust to accumulate on the surface when stored vertically.

When Should You Replace Your Cutting Board?

While you can store your cutting boards into eternity, that doesn’t mean that you should use them. Cutting boards don’t last forever. And the less expensive they are, the more frequently they need to be replaced.
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How Long Do Plastic Cutting Boards Last?

Typically, plastic cutting boards need to be replaced every year, though in some cases they may last up to 5 years. If you don’t cook from scratch often, then you may get extra life from your boards. However, in general, they should be replaced when they start to look worn or have noticeable damage from use, such as scratches or deep grooves.
 
Plastic cutting boards can harbor unsafe bacteria once they become damaged. They also scar more readily than wood cutting boards, which contributes to their need for more frequent replacement over their wood counterparts.
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When Should You Throw Out a Wooden Cutting Board?

Wood cutting boards greatly outlast their plastic brethren. On average, you can use a wooden board for a span of 4 to 7 years before it needs to be replaced. However, a quality cutting board that is well cared for and regularly maintained can last ever longer.
 
Unlike plastic, wood is self-healing and therefore more resistant to developing scars or grooves. Studies also show that wood has natural antibacterial properties. The combination of these properties, in addition to the board you choose, can result in a much longer life for this vital kitchen tool.
 
As with plastic, wooden cutting boards should be thrown out when they become cracked, look excessively worn or are marred with deep grooves that make cleaning them a challenge. (This is assuming the surface can’t be refurbished by sanding it down.)
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How to Choose the Perfect Cutting Board

Looking for the perfect cutting boards for your kitchen? Be sure to check out our post on how to choose a wood cutting board. In addition to the properties you should look for when making a selection, we also share information on how to properly care for your chopping boards to extend their life. Plus get ideas for giving wooden cutting boards as personalized gifts.
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How to Live Well: 28 Tips for a Happier Life

10/7/2021

 
Learn how to live a happier, healthier life with this collection of tips on living well.
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Living well isn’t about financial success. It’s more about finding happiness in the little things, appreciating what you have, and tackling tasks in a more meaningful way. If you want to learn how to live a healthier and happier life, we have some tips to help you achieve your goal to live well.

How to Live a Happier Life

If you find yourself struggling to wake up in the morning or need coffee before you function like a sane member of society, then there are small changes you make to address these concerns. In addition, there are also simple lifestyle changes you can make so that you feel better and experience joyful living on a regular basis.

Tips on How to Live Well

Here are some of our favorite tips on how to live well, stay healthy, and keep positive no matter what life throws your way!
 
Become an early riser. Waking up even just one hour ahead of schedule can give you the time needed to tackle small tasks, like laundry, packing your lunch, or eating a healthy breakfast.
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Keep a gratitude journal, listing three things every morning you’re thankful for. This sets up your mind for a positive day!
 
Don’t forget to stretch! Not only does it feel great, but it also improves posture, alleviates aches and pains, increases blood flow, and offers you more energy throughout the day.

Snacking doesn’t have to mean a trip to the vending machine. Try one of these filling, guilt-free options: apple with peanut butter, edamame, almonds, Greek yogurt, or carrots with hummus.

Try going on a screen-time diet. Too much screen time has been linked to anxiety and other issues. Try to set screen time limits. It’s okay to leave your phone behind.
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Swap nighttime screen time for a good old-fashioned book. Reading before bed relaxes you and helps keep your brain sharp.
 
Make your favorite recipes healthier by swapping mayo for avocado, pasta for lentil pasta, ground beef for ground turkey, and heavy cream for coconut milk.
 
Whether in a garden or in a pot, growing your own herbs and vegetables can inspire and encourage you to make more meals at home.

Create to-do list around what tasks can – and should – be done first. In addition, know when to ditch perfectionism and just get stuff done.
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Time for spring cleaning? Say no to conventional, chemical-packed cleaners. Instead, try baking soda (deodorizes), vinegar (removes mildew) and cornstarch (cleans windows and polishes furniture).
 
Before you toss items like glass food jars, tin cans, and zippered bedding bags, consider how they can be reused.
 
Determined to meet your goals this year? Write them down, along with an action item for each goal. Then, display in a place you see every day, like the bathroom mirror or fridge.

Take time to relax and recharge. Take vacations or small breaks from work. You can either work or relax; you cannot do both. Curling up with a book or taking a hike are easy ways to recharge your body and mind.
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Love organic foods, but your wallet doesn’t? Consider choosing organic frozen food. It’s just as nutritious (often flash-frozen within hours of being picked) and doesn’t go bad if you don’t use it right away.
 
Getting a good night’s sleep is just as important as regular exercise and a healthy diet. Poor sleep has negative effects physically and mentally. Create a sleep schedule and stick to it.
 
Try being as active as possible during the day. Take the stairs, or park further away from the entrance. Find excuses for movement because it all counts.
 
Up your fiber intake by filling up on vegetables, fruit, and whole grains. A diet high in fiber can boost your immune system and overall health and improve how you look and feel.
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Exercise comes in all shapes and sizes, so choose something fun like swimming, rock-climbing, or dancing. Don’t forget to track your progress for added motivation.

​Start small when wanting to make improvements in your life – personal, physical, or financial. Don’t change everything at once. Focus on smaller goals to not become overwhelmed.
 
Enjoy spending time outside! Bring a bag and gloves with you on your walks to pick up litter as you walk, making the earth and you healthier.

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Using a reusable coffee cup and water bottle can help you significantly reduce the amount of single-use plastics in our landfills and oceans.
 
Open the window shades before turning on a light. Not only will you save on electricity, but natural sunlight can enhance your mood and relieve stress.
 
Wash your clothes with cold water. Modern washers and detergents can clean most fabrics just as effectively as hot water. It can save money and make your clothes last longer.
 
Bees need our help. Use as few pesticides as possible. Look for natural, bee-friendly alternatives. Buy local honey and plant native, bee-friendly plants.
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Eat with your mood in mind. Foods containing vitamin B6 produce serotonin, which can improve mood. Foods with Omega-3 fatty acids can promote the growth of brain cells.

Do what you love! If there’s something that brings you joy or that you’re passionate about, then make the time to do what you enjoy most. Whether it’s practicing guitar for a half hour or listening to your favorite songs.
 
Stay compassionate. Wishing others well and trying to relate to their concerns rather than instantly jumping to a negative response when irritated not only helps to relieve stress, but it also helps with a positive mindset where you are less likely to judge yourself and others for simply being human.

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You can learn more about our tear-off calendars here as well as explore testimonials from our happy customers. Or explore ways to use promotional calendars for business marketing.

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How to Create the Perfect Holiday Charcuterie Board with Easy Ideas

9/13/2021

 
Discover creative ways to transform your cutting and serving boards into unique holiday charcuterie boards! These easy ideas are guaranteed to delight your guests. They also offer a wide range of finger foods for your seasonal parties and events with little effort on your part.
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An Easy Solution to Holiday Entertaining

If hours spent baking and cooking isn’t how you envisioned preparing for a holiday gathering, then we recommend a holiday charcuterie board. A quick and easy alternative to traditional appetizers and finger foods, a homemade charcuterie board offers a small sampling of delectable, filling snacks for all your guests.
 
We love this simple entertaining solution! It’s quick and effortless to throw together. So, it works just as easily for planned events as it does for impromptu parties!
 
Keep reading to learn how to build the perfect meat and cheese board or dessert tray for the holidays with our easy ideas! After all, feeding people doesn’t have to be complicated.
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What is a Charcuterie Board?

Charcuterie boards are quite simply snack boards that serve as finger foods at parties or appetizers. However, they are typically as nutritious and filling as an actual meal. Meant for grazing, they are designed so you can pull them together quickly as a simple entertaining solution. So, they’re the perfect fit for busy lifestyles.
 
Pronounced shahr-kyu-tuh-ree, the word charcuterie originated in France and refers to a collection of cold cooked meats. In turn, a board by this name refers to an assortment of meats, cheeses, breads, fruits, and nuts that are arranged onto a serving board for consumption.
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What is a Christmas Charcuterie?

A Christmas charcuterie is essentially the same thing as a regular charcuterie board. The difference is that this version may have a holiday design theme or seasonally edible additions. Much like Halloween, food may be placed onto the board in holiday shapes such as a Santa or a candy cane. Or it may contain Christmas treats like Terry’s chocolate oranges or Christmas cookies with peppermint bark dip.
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What Should Go on a Charcuterie Board

There really is not right or wrong way to create a Christmas charcuterie board. While they typically include a variety of meats and cheeses, you can also create a holiday dessert charcuterie board stacked with foods like cookies, apples, cannoli dip and candies in lieu of savory options.
 
Following are some easy ideas on what should go on your holiday charcuterie.
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Savory Ideas

To create a savory holiday charcuterie board, we recommend incorporating the following ingredients:
 
  • Incorporate a variety of cured meats. This allows you to cater to the different tastes of your guests. We recommend meats such as prosciutto, pepperoni, jamon, salami, pancetta, serrano ham, pastrami, coppa or capocollo, soppressata, and Spanish or Mexican chorizo.
  • Don’t skimp on the cheese! Choose several types of both soft and hard cheese that will complement the cured meats you are using. However, you should also make sure you have at least one or two mild cheeses for those who don’t appreciate more pungent types of cheese such as blue cheese or limburger.
  • Fresh fruit is also a great choice especially if you’re after a sweet and savory combo. Orange slices, strawberries, dates, figs, raspberries, blueberries, grapes, cherries, and pomegranates go well with meat and cheese and add variety and color to any holiday charcuterie board. You can also include pears or apples, but make sure you dip these in lemon juice first to keep them from browning.
  • Condiments are a great way to add fun flavors that compliment your choice of meats and cheeses. We love to include jams and chutney with our selections. However, you can also include one or two types of mustard, a savory jelly, honey or even horseradish.
  • Accent your charcuterie with herbs. Fresh sprigs of rosemary, thyme, dill, chives, or tarragon are not only aromatic, but they also make beautiful garnish. And they can be paired with the meats and cheeses for additional flavor.
  • Pickled foods, such as pickled onions or other vegetables, are another popular addition. While not necessary, pickled veggies are a great way to add unique flavors to your presentation, along with a variety of colors. We like using not only pickled red onions, but also gherkins, pickled okra, olives, pickled carrots, and pickled mushrooms.
  • Spiced or candied nuts are also a great choice for your charcuterie board, especially during the holidays. You can buy these, or make your own, to add extra crunch to your appetizer offerings.
  • No holiday charcuterie board is complete without salty crackers, a baguette or toasted bread. This gives you something to build the meat, cheeses, and other food selections on top of when enjoying.
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Dessert Ideas

If you’d like to create a holiday dessert charcuterie board, try adding versions of these fun food elements:
 
  • No bake Oreo truffles are always a hit. You can dip these in seasonally colored chocolate to fit your party or holiday theme. Or use include a selection of popular holiday cookies.
  • Desserts like mini cheesecake slices, petit fours, and brownies are always popular with guests.
  • Candies, such as truffles or chocolates make another fun addition. You can also include candy such as M&M’s, candy canes or Hershey’s kisses.
  • Fruit always goes well with a dessert board. Apple slices, pears and clementine’s are perfect. Include a dessert dip for dipping such as cookie butter, toffee dip, or peppermint fluff to make your board even more exciting.
  • While dessert boards are typically sweet, that doesn’t mean it can’t be sweet and salty! Mix things up with chocolate covered pretzels, Chex mix, or puppy chow.
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What is the Best Way to Set up a Charcuterie Board?

Here are a few tips to help you create a simple, yet visually appealing charcuterie board for the holidays:
 
  • Choose natural wood cutting boards. These can be any shape or size. However, you do want to fill the entire board. So, make sure to select the right size for the number of people you plan to serve.
  • Design your board using foods that reflect a wide range of colors so it’s visually appealing.
  • Layer the same ingredients on top of one another. This gives you more room to include everything on your serving board.
  • Stack ingredients. In addition to using layers, you can also stack ingredients at different levels. This helps your eye naturally follow the flow of the board.
  • Use garnish. If the foods you chose seem to lack color or just don’t seem to pop, adding fresh herbs at random intervals can give your presentation the boost you are looking for.
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Holiday Charcuterie Board Ideas

If you can’t quite decide how to design your holiday charcuterie board, then try some of these ideas to get you started:
 
  • Make a candy cane inspired board for the holidays. Using the Caprese salad as inspiration, layer rounds of sliced tomatoes with fresh mozzarella cheese in a candy cane shape on your board. Serve it with toasted bread and small dishes of basil leaves for garnish and a balsamic vinaigrette for dipping.
  • Add vegetables to the board as design elements to create other themed designs. We love the idea of using sliced peppers or cherry tomatoes to help form a Santa hat. Mozzarella balls resemble the cotton ball puff trim. And you can use cauliflower to form St. Nick’s beard with olives for the eyes.
  • Help your holiday appetizers pop by including seasonal favorites such as sugared cranberries and candied pecans accented by rosemary sprigs.
  • Take a traditional charcuterie board and give it a Christmas spin by using a tree shaped serving dish in the center. Fill it with a holiday dip, spiced nuts, or other small treats that complement the other selections on your board.
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  • Design your holiday charcuterie in a wreath shape on a round cutting board or serving platter. Stack toothpicks with meats, cheese, and other culinary delights to create mini appetizers. Then arrange them onto your dish in a wreath shape.
  • Arrange the elements for your meat and cheese tray in a Christmas tree shape. Then use fruits, such as dates or grapes, as Christmas tree decorations along with herbs as garnish. While cheese cut into a star shape serves as a holiday tree topper.
  • Create a house, similar to a gingerbread house, but made from meat and cheese to use as a centerpiece. Use meat sticks for the logs to build the home and glue them together with cream cheese. You can then add sliced pepperoni for the roof, crackers for the door, and pistachios for the trim.
  • Use cookie cutters to cut meat, cheese, or fruit into shapes such as stars, bells, or gingerbread men.
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What to Use as a Charcuterie Board

The great thing about creating a charcuterie board for entertaining is that you have absolute creative freedom. Not only do you get to choose the foods you serve your guests, but you also can choose any board as well. The shape and size are up to you. You simply need to load it up with a selection of foods that compliment one another.
 
Here are some of the boards you can use for a charcuterie:
 
  • Round lazy Suzan boards
  • Large serving trays with handles
  • Round cutting boards
  • Square or rectangular wooden cutting boards
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Where to Buy Cutting and Serving Boards for Your Holiday Charcuterie

When considering where to buy cutting and serving boards, I always consider quality first and foremost. Not only will a quality charcuterie board last longer, but it will also make your holiday presentation pop!
 
Lifelong Gifts offers a stunning line of serving trays and custom wood cutting boards that are well made, beautiful and designed to last a lifetime. This distinct line of products boasts unique patterns, grains and wood types that are both functional and make a statement as beautiful home decor. In addition, all these products come with free customization. So, they’re perfect not only for personal use, but also to give as holiday gifts.
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Shop now from the following:
 
  • Cherry Serving Tray
  • Acacia Serving Board
  • Cherry Wood Cutting Board
  • House-Shaped Cherry Cutting Board
  • Ulu Knife and Bowl Board
We hope that you enjoyed this simple guide on how to pull together a tasty charcuterie board for the holidays. If you’d like more information on the services and products we offer, then be sure to subscribe to our newsletter. You can also follow us on Facebook or Instagram.
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