Wednesday, October 06, 2004
To freshen your sponges and make them last longer, send them through the dishwasher once week. After you take them out, microwave them (sodden) for about a minute. They should be steaming and hot to the touch when they come out. You can do the same to sterilize wooden spoons and cutting boards. Flip over your cutting boards to get both sides. In all cases, watch carefully to make sure they don't burn, at least until you figure out the right times for your microwave and items.