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Some common kitchen habits may be doing more harm than good, especially when it comes to safety and efficiency.<\/p>\n

Professional kitchens follow strict standards for a reason. Food & Wine<\/a>, a culinary publication, recently highlighted several everyday mistakes that chefs say home cooks should avoid.<\/p>\n

From food prep<\/a> to cleanup, here are four habits to leave behind and what to do instead.<\/p>\n

Cross-contamination is a major concern in any kitchen.<\/p>\n

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Using the same cutting board for raw meat and vegetables can spread bacteria and increase the risk of foodborne illness.<\/p>\n

Food can become contaminated at any stage of preparation, according to the Mayo Clinic, which warns that unclean kitchen tools and surfaces can transfer harmful germs.<\/p>\n

“Cross-contamination can happen with more than just meat,” New York-based health expert<\/a> Christine Lusita previously told Fox News Digital.<\/p>\n

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Experts recommend using separate cutting boards for raw proteins and produce, and thoroughly washing surfaces with hot, soapy water between uses.<\/p>\n

A dull knife might seem safer, but it can actually increase the risk of injury.<\/p>\n

Blades that are not sharp require more force to cut through food<\/a>, making them more likely to slip and cause accidents, Food & Wine reported.<\/p>\n

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Experts say regularly sharpening knives and maintaining the blade can help reduce the risk of cuts and improve overall cooking efficiency.<\/p>\n

Many home kitchens go through paper towels quickly, but they are not always the most efficient option.<\/p>\n

Professional kitchens typically rely on reusable cloth towels to clean surfaces, the publication noted.<\/p>\n

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Cleaning as you go is also key to preventing the spread of bacteria<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Lusita added that using the same cloth across multiple areas can also pose a risk.<\/p>\n

“Don’t use the same [cleaning] cloths from counters to food-prepped areas,” she said.<\/p>\n

Jumping into cooking without prepping ingredients can lead to mistakes and unnecessary stress.<\/p>\n

Professional kitchens rely on a process known as “mise en place,” where everything is chopped, measured and ready before cooking begins, the publication said.<\/p>\n

Starting a recipe without preparing ingredients<\/a> can result in missed steps, uneven cooking or burned food as attention shifts between tasks.<\/p>\n

Taking a few extra minutes to prep ahead allows cooks to stay focused once the heat is on and helps ensure a smoother, more efficient process.<\/p>\n

Christine Rousselle contributed reporting.<\/i><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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