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  • baking soda on aluminum tray with brush

    What To Avoid When Cleaning Aluminum Kitchenware With Baking Soda

    Baking soda is a versatile kitchen staple, especially in terms of cleaning. However, there are a few things to be mindful of when using it on aluminum cookware.

    By Allie Ward Read More
  • Julia Child in her kitchen with groceries and pots on the wall

    Julia Child's Cleaning Tip To Ensure A Less Hectic Kitchen Cleanup

    Julia Child mastered French cooking as well as a tidy kitchen. Snag her best tip to maximize your cooking and clean up the mess.

    By Ashlen Wilder Read More
  • A woman blending up a green smoothie in her blender

    Your Blender Probably Isn't As Clean As You Think It Is

    Don't let your blender bring you down -- make sure it's clean in all those sneaky nooks and crannies you might miss! Here's how to get the job done.

    By Shawna Schofield Read More
  • Knives in wooden knife block

    Don't Forget To Clean Your Kitchen's Knife Block

    You might not clean your kitchen's knife block too often - or at all, for that matter. But it's actually really important to wash this storage space.

    By Shawna Schofield Read More
  • Woman with baking soda and sponge preparing to clean oven

    Baking Soda Is The Easy Way To Get A Squeaky-Clean Oven

    Cleaning your oven can be a tedious task, but with the help of sodium bicarbonate, aka baking soda, the essential kitchen appliance will sparkle.

    By Jessica Santina Read More
  • Open insulated bag

    How To Keep Insulated Grocery Bags Sanitary For Frequent Shopping

    Reusable insulated bags have become popular as a result to be more eco-friendly, but you must be sure to clean them well to avoid spreading bacteria.

    By Emery Pearson Read More
  • Hand cleaning an espresso machine with a red cloth

    The Pantry Staple That Will Keep Your Espresso Machine Sparkling Clean

    You don't need to go and buy a pricy descaling solution for your espresso machine. For most machines, all you need to do is grab vinegar from your pantry!

    By Shawna Schofield Read More
  • morning light hitting dishes in an open dishwasher

    Easily Clean And Descale Your Dishwasher With Vinegar And Baking Soda

    Cleaning and descaling your dishwasher is easy. You don't even need any fancy cleaning products - just some handy supplies you already have in the pantry.

    By Jolee Sullivan Read More
  • Stand mixers in a kitchen

    How Often Should You Clean Your Stand Mixer?

    With all of the support you get from your stand mixer, it's important to properly maintain it. Here's how often you should clean your appliance.

    By Lauren Dozier Read More
  • Kitchen knives on magnet storage

    One Of The Biggest Mistakes You Make With Kitchen Knives Is How You Clean Them

    Professional chefs know that proper care is key to keeping knives in top shape, and that starts with thorough cleaning - even if it takes a little extra time.

    By Emery Pearson Read More
  • hands washing vegetables in a strainer

    Should You Be Cleaning Produce With Baking Soda?

    After carefully choosing produce, you want to ensure it's clean and ready to eat. Fortunately, baking soda can help, but is it worth the time and effort?

    By Shawna Schofield Read More
  • An orange enameled cast iron pot on a cutting board

    The Enameled Cast Iron Myth You Need To Stop Believing

    There's a common (incorrect) assumption that people regularly make about their enameled cast iron pans, and it can lead to messes or even safety concerns.

    By Shawna Schofield Read More
  • Bottles of club soda on a store shelf

    The Kitchen Appliances You Should Always Clean With Club Soda

    Set those expensive cleaning products off to the side -- you can clean plenty of your kitchen appliances with nothing but a bit of club soda.

    By Shawna Schofield Read More
  • Person wearing yellow rubber gloves and cleaning different areas of an oven

    8 Spots In Your Oven You're Forgetting To Clean

    Cleaning your oven properly involves more than just wiping down the stovetop and running the self clean function.

    By Suzanne S. Wiley Read More
  • Person opening can with can opener

    Get The Gunk Out Of Your Can Opener With 2 Kitchen Staples

    Can openers are kitchen tools that unfortunately get covered in lots of gunk. There are easy ways to clean it off before you throw it back in the drawer.

    By Ginny Johnson Read More
  • Empty cast iron pan on fabric towel and wooden table

    Why The Spatula You Use On Your Cast Iron Matters

    There are so many ways to properly take care of cast iron pans and using the correct spatula is one of them. The best spatula should also help clean the pan.

    By Ginny Johnson Read More
  • A person holding a dishwasher tablet

    Grab A Dishwasher Tablet If You Want The Cleanest Stove Door Ever

    Cleaning an oven door can require hours of scrubbing and elbow grease. Fortunately, a simple hack using a dishwasher tablet could make quick work of this chore.

    By Shawna Schofield Read More
  • Baking soda and cleaning supplies

    Baking Soda Is Essential To Eliminating Kitchen Trash Odors

    Do not let trash can odors disrupt the sanctity of your kitchen. Learn how to harness the wondrous power of baking soda, and bask in a fresh-smelling room.

    By Allison Lindsey Read More
  • Hand using paring knife to remove wax from an apple

    How To Easily Remove Wax From Apples

    Store-bought apples often have a thin layer of wax, which helps keep them fresh but can be troublesome while cooking. Here's how to remove it.

    By Buffy Naillon Read More
  • friends around outdoor griddle

    Rusty Griddle? Here's How To Make It Look New Again

    Griddles are a hot commodity right now. If yours has seen better days, it's easy to clean off the rusty coating and keep it gone - with tools you already have.

    By Jackson Williams Read More
  • Gloved hand cleaning open microwave

    Baking Soda Is Key To Cleaning Your Microwave In A Pinch

    To clean even the dirtiest microwaves, reach for the power of baking soda. Find out how to effectively use it and why it can work miracles on your appliance.

    By Shawna Schofield Read More
  • People cooking and cleaning in a kitchen

    Cleaning Your Kitchen After Cooking Can Be Daunting, But One Easy Tip Helps

    Nothing compares to the dread of cleaning the kitchen after cooking an elaborate meal. Fortunately, this time-saving tip can help simplify the process.

    By Shawna Schofield Read More
  • Preparing strawberries to be washed

    Why You Should Soak Strawberries Instead Of Rinsing Them

    It's important to have a little patience before you dive into your stash of strawberries, as they need to be washed before you enjoy them. Here's the approach.

    By S. Ferrari Read More
  • Keurig pod in a mhcine

    Why You Should Always Remove Your Keurig Pods After Brewing

    Don't let your Keurig pods sit and languish in the machine for too long after brewing. It's important to take them out to keep your machine clean and safe.

    By Shawna Schofield Read More
  • three stacked cast iron pans

    Club Soda Is The Secret To Cleaning Your Prized Cast Iron

    Cast iron cookware is a must-have for serious home cooks, but cleaning the surface can pose some challenges. Thankfully, club soda is an excellent option.

    By Eloise Rollins-Fife Read More
  • A variety of sliced lemons

    How To Store Leftover Lemons, Zest, And Juice

    When it comes to lemon storage, here are the best ways to wrap, store, freeze your leftover lemons -- whether they're whole, sliced, juiced, or zested.

    By Camryn Teder Read More
  • Woman cleaning oven door

    Mistakes You're Probably Making When Cleaning Your Oven

    Cleaning your oven is a task the requires time and effort, but has big rewards. Make sure you're doing it right by avoiding these common mistakes.

    By Katie Melynn Read More
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