This is actually a post about cleaning a microwave. Given my shortness of time today, thought I'd share a tip I learned from my SIL (those of you w/ more domestic sophistication than me probably already know this). So, here's a nice, quick way to clean one's microwave:
1. Fill measuring cup w/ 2 cups water.
2. Insert into microwave.
3. Heat for 5 minutes (times may vary based on MW strength)
4. Clean surfaces w/ towel
5. (optional) - use hot water from measuring cup to aid wipe down.
Okay, not rocket science, but the steam from cleaning water loosens up the hardened gunk on MW surfaces rather nicely. This trick is probably obvious to many, but it was a wondrous revelation to me :).
That never occurred to me either-- Thanks for the tip!
ReplyDeleteI'm another one to whom it never occurred!
ReplyDeleteYou're too funny!
Interesting, thanks for the tip!
ReplyDeleteI've used this trick before and it works! :O)
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Wow. Somehow I never really pictured you the Martha Stewart type. I'm impressed. Who knew you were so diverse. :-)
ReplyDeleteRenee - LOL -- my wife will definitely tell you I'm anything but :)
ReplyDeleteAn old, wet sponge works too-- microwave it for 30 seconds and then use it to wipe down the inside. Though you may need to wear gloves or wait a couple minutes if you're sensitive to heat.
ReplyDeleteI, too, did not expect this from you, but-- cheers!
Never thought of that- I usually just scrub until it's clean. I'll try that next time!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the tip! :)
ReplyDeleteOne wonders what prompted you to discover this neat little trick. You weren't blowing up marshmallows in the MW were you? :)
ReplyDeleteI love tips like this-will have to add it to my collection.
I'm with Stephanie... I just scrub until it's clean, but I'll definitely try this method next time I decide to be a good little domesticated wifey.
ReplyDeleteMeanwhile... Bane the Domestic! Who woulda thunk it? Picturing Anubis in an apron (since I have no image of you in my head - hint, hint) is cracking me up. Poor doggie. ;-)
I don't do aprons -- though once I did don a dress and some lipstick :)
ReplyDeleteDeb, no, I was just trying to help out... for more disastrous intent, I'll refer you to my uncle.
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ReplyDeleteWhat?! OMG, do you have a picture?! I would LOVE to see proof of Bane the Transvestite. Much more intriguing than Bane the Domestic. ;P
ReplyDeleteNice tip Banester... I'll try it.
ReplyDeleteYep, that's a great tip! Did you know that you should cover food in the microwave when you re-heat it, as the steam helps it heat up better? I use a glass lid from my Corning casserole dish.
ReplyDeleteAlso, you can de-wrinkle clothes that were left in the dryer by running them for a few minutes on low heat with a damp washcloth.
And you can sanitize your kitchen sponge by soaking it with water, then microwaving it for a minute.
Okay, now I'm showing off... sorry.
Oh--brilliant. You are the rockstar of my world today, Bane. If only the microwave could be included in all the cleaning processes.
ReplyDeleteOf note, the microwave should not be used to dry clothes quickly--there is a chance that your daughter's dress will catch fire and go up in smoke.
Wendy, that is too funny.
ReplyDeleteChristine -- keep showing off. I need all the tips I can get :)
Oh, and you can add sliced lemons to the water if you'd like a nice clean scent... at least that's what I do!
ReplyDeleteSteph, I'm gonna have to share that w/ my SIL -- that's a terrific idea.
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