How to Oil a Butcher Block (and How Often)
A step-by-step guide to oiling a butcher block: the right food-safe oil, how often to do it, signs your board is thirsty, and the mistakes to avoid.
Cast Iron
The Mänresa Cast Iron Pan delivers superior heat retention and even cooking for searing, frying, sautéing and baking, and moves easily from stovetop to oven to outdoor cooking. With proper care it lasts for generations, building a natural seasoning that improves its non-stick properties. The Cast Iron Gift Set adds a Walrus Oil cast iron seasoning oil and a leather handle sleeve. Mänresa is a Wisconsin company making cookware with no plastics, coatings or PFAs, and every order ships free in the US.
Chef knives
Handcrafted from legendary steels, our knives carry centuries of tradition, delivering unmatched precision and durability. Ideal for everyday use.
Butcher blocks
Built with responsibly sourced hardwoods and finished in food-safe oils, our butcher blocks are highly durable, designed to become more beautiful with age.
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