Recipes

All recipes 30 minutes or less 5 ingredients or fewer Breakfast Lunch Dinner Appetizer

appetizer erin norcross side dish tater tots

Cheesy Tater Tot Bites

appetizer erin norcross pretzels side dish

Soft Pretzel Crescent Rolls

carrots chutney Dharini Vish indian cuisine

Honey Spice Carrots with Whipped Feta & Parsley Chutney

appetizer cheese curds erin norcross game day

Crispy Dill Pickle Cheese Curds

appetizer dip erin norcross french onion

French Onion Soup Dip

Appetizer Artichoke jacklyn hickey Side Dish

Crispy Artichoke Hearts with Tahini

appetizer Erin Aronowitz fritters side dish

Summer Vegetable Fritters

Bre Steinweg Orzo Side Dish Trader Joe's

Lemon Pistachio Orzo

Butternut Squash indian cuisine Shubhra Ramineni Side Dish

Sweet & Spicy Butternut Squash

Appetizer Bre Steinweg potatoes Side Dish

Pimento Cheese Twice Baked Potatoes

alicia comer Casserole/Gratin cauliflower Side Dish

Cheesy Cauliflower Gratin

Carly Sutton Pasta Salad Side Dish spicy

Absolutely—Pat the Spatula is a nonstick pan’s BFF! Pat won’t scratch, scrape, or mess with that delicate coating. Pat's smooth beechwood finish is gentle on all your cookware, so stir, flip, and sauté away with confidence. Pat's got your pans (and your dinner) covered.

How do I clean my wooden spatula?

Hand-wash, dry, and oil—three simple steps:

Quick hand-wash Rinse the spatula under warm water, add a drop of mild dish soap, and scrub with a soft sponge or dishcloth. Skip abrasive scrubbers—they rough up the grain.

Towel-dry right away Wood soaks up water if it sits wet. Pat the spatula completely dry, then let it finish air-drying upright or on a rack (never flat on a damp counter).

Oil occasionally When the surface looks dull or feels “thirsty,” rub in a thin coat of food-grade mineral oil or a beeswax-based board cream. Wipe off excess and let it cure overnight. This step seals the pores, helps repel stains, and keeps the wood from cracking.

What to avoid

Dishwashers & soaking: Prolonged heat and moisture can warp or split wood. Harsh detergents or bleach: They strip the natural oils and leave the wood brittle.
Resting on a hot pan’s rim: Direct, sustained heat can scorch or warp the handle.

Follow these basics and your wooden spatula will stay smooth, sanitary, and ready for years of sautéing.

Will it absorb flavors or smells?

Not Pat the Spatula's style! Pat's eco-friendly beechwood body has a tight grain that helps keep funky odors and flavors from sticking around. So go ahead—whip up garlicky pastas, spicy stir-fries, or sweet caramel. I’ll stay fresh and ready for whatever’s next. Just give me a good hand wash and let me dry out between adventures.

If you do notice a scent

1. Lemon-salt scrub – Cut a lemon, sprinkle coarse salt on the spatula, and rub. The mild acid + abrasion lifts any surface oils.

2. Rinse & dry – Wash with warm water, mild soap, towel-dry thoroughly, and stand it upright to finish air-drying.

3. Refresh with oil – When dry, wipe on a thin coat of food-grade mineral oil. This resets the odor barrier and keeps the wood from drying out. Do this occasionally (or after especially pungent dishes), and your spatula will stay smell-free for years of everyday cooking.

Can I use it for hot foods?

Oh, honey—heat is Pat the Spatula's happy place! Pat is crafted from eco-friendly beechwood, which means Pat can handle the heat without melting, warping, or getting all dramatic like plastic utensils. Stirring soups? Sautéing veggies? Pat's in. Just don’t leave Pat soaking in the sink—I’m tough, not invincible.

How long will a wooden spatula last?

With a little love, Pat thes Spatula will be your kitchen sidekick for years! Beechwood is strong and durable, so as long as you treat me right—think hand washes, no dishwashers, and the occasional oil massage—Pat the Spatula will probably stick around longer than most of your houseplants. (No shade.)