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The easiest way to clean a microwave
It’s a kitchen workhorse that doesn’t often get the attention it deserves. Here’s a quick, easy and chemical free way to clean your way to a spick, span and sparkling microwave.
What you’ll need:
- Microwave safe bowl
- Toothpick or wooden skewer
- Vinegar
- Water
- Sponge
Instructions:
- Pour equal parts vinegar and water into the bowl (1/2 cup of each is usually sufficient for most microwaves).
- Drop your toothpick or another small wooden item into the bowl This isn’t essential but it minimizes the chance of an explosion occurring as the wood will allow bubbles to form which stops uneven heat.
- Pop the bowl in the microwave and switch on for 5-10min.
- Once the timer is up, leave for another few minutes for the steam to do its work.
- Remove the bowl from the microwave using a tea towel or oven mitts, as it will be very hot.
- Take your sponge, dip it into the hot vinegar-water mix and scrub down the surfaces.
How often do you clean your microwave? Share your cleaning tricks with us in the comments below.
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