Sparkly clean now (in a matter of minutes)!

Every once in awhile I open the microwave and about gag.  Usually everyone is pretty good about covering up items that go into the microwave, but occasionally someone forgets or items over boil or splatter.  Over time a splatter there and a spill here ends up making the microwave a gross sticky mess.  Once it gets to that point it’s time for some deep cleaning.

By using a little bit of water, vinegar, lemon juice, and steam you’ll have your microwave gleaming in a matter of minutes!  The best part about this deep cleaning formula is that it is super simple (the microwave does the majority of the work) and it’s made from items you probably already have in your kitchen.

Simple Microwave Cleaning Solution:

• 1 1/2 cups Water
• 2 tablespoons Vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
• 1 wooden toothpick

Put the water, vinegar, lemon juice, and wooden toothpick  in a microwavable bowl.  The wooden toothpick will float and help keep the water from boiling over.  Place the bowl in the microwave, close the door, and heat for 5 minutes.  After it is finished let the bowl set for 2 additional minutes in the microwave before opening the door.  The extra minutes setting will allow the steam to continue to work on loosening up the food particles.  Open the door and pull out the bowl (use caution pulling it out because it will be very hot).  Remove the tray, wash it in the sink, and set it aside to dry.  As it is drying wipe down the inside of the microwave.  Put the tray back in place and now you have a beautifully cleaned microwave!  It only takes a few minutes, but it is super easy and makes the microwave look and smell so much better!

Needs a good cleaning!

Dirty microwave!

What a mess!

 

Even food splattered on the sides!

Love seeing a clean and shiny microwave!  The best part it is simple and quick to do it!