Experts Reveal 2 Simple Household Staples To Make Your Oven Sparkle Like New Again

Cleaning your oven after the festive period can be a daunting task, but fortunately, the experts at BBC Good Food have shared a simple two-ingredient hack that will leave your oven looking like new again. With all the roasting and baking that takes place during the holidays, ovens can quickly become covered in stubborn stains and grime. However, with this easy and effective method, you can say goodbye to tedious scrubbing and harsh chemicals.

The two household staples you will need for this hack are baking soda and water. Yes, you read that right - just baking soda and water. These two ingredients are likely already sitting in your pantry, waiting to be put to good use. To start, turn off your oven and let it cool down completely. This is an important safety step, as you will be working with hot surfaces and potentially sharp edges.

Once your oven has cooled, mix 1-2 tablespoons of baking soda with a small amount of water to form a paste. The consistency of the paste should be similar to toothpaste - not too thick, not too thin. If you find that your paste is too dry, you can add a little more water. If it is too wet, you can add a bit more baking soda. This paste will be the key to lifting those tough stains and grime from your oven surfaces.

Next, apply the baking soda paste to the interior of your oven, making sure to cover all surfaces evenly. You can use a spoon or brush to apply the paste, depending on your preference. Be sure to get into all the nooks and crannies, including the racks and any other removable parts. Let the paste sit overnight, or for at least 8 hours, to allow it to penetrate and break down the tough stains.

After the baking soda paste has had time to work its magic, use a damp cloth to wipe down the surfaces of your oven. You should start to see the grime and stains lifting away, leaving your oven looking cleaner and shinier. If there are any particularly tough stains, you can use a bit of elbow grease and some gentle scrubbing to remove them. However, be careful not to scratch the surfaces of your oven.

Once you have wiped down all the surfaces, use a clean, dry cloth to remove any excess moisture and baking soda residue. Your oven should now be looking sparkling clean, with all the tough stains and grime removed. This two-ingredient hack is a game-changer for anyone who hates cleaning their oven, and it is also an environmentally friendly alternative to harsh chemicals.

The experts at BBC Good Food have also shared some additional tips for keeping your oven clean and maintained throughout the year. These include cleaning up spills and splatters as soon as they happen, using a silicone mat to line the bottom of your oven, and running a hot water cycle with a cup of white vinegar through your oven every few months. By following these tips and using the baking soda and water hack, you can keep your oven looking like new and make the cleaning process a whole lot easier.