It may be news to you, however, that before you can get smashing everything in your pantry, you have to season the mortar and pestle first. This isn't the seasoning with Crisco that Martha Stewart ...

Analogous to seasoning a cast iron skillet ... nailing consistencies to a tee. What Is A Mortar And Pestle? Among the most ancient tools in the kitchen, the mortar and pestle is simple, but ...

Mix warm water and dish soap to create a gentle cleaning solution. Use it to scrub your mortar and pestle, then let it air dry. For tougher stains, mix baking soda with water to form a paste. Apply ...