And we all know that acoffee makeris practically a must-have for a caffeine-craving household.
Take a look around your kitchenare all those appliances reallyclean and bacteria-free?
We’re sharing how to best clean somecommon kitchen appliancesaround your home.
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The parts can be hand-washed with warm, soapy water or placed in the top rack of the dishwasher.
The reservoir lid should be left open between every use so the area can thoroughly dry out.
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Cleaning those away is simple.
Just fill the reservoir with equal partsdistilled white vinegarand distilled water.
Then fill half full with warm water and a drop or two of dishwashing liquid.
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Give it all a whirl for 15 to 30 seconds.
Pour the solution over the lid as you empty the cup in the sink.
Finally, disassemble the appliance blades and lid parts.
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Rinse well in hot water and allow to air dry completely before reassembling.
Finally, unplug the machine and wipe down the outside of the base with a clean cloth.
Wipe down with a clean cloth dipped in plain water and allow to air dry.
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Grill, Panini Press, or Waffle Maker
Immediately after using, unplug the appliance.
Use the cloth to wipe the entire cooking surface and any outside surfaces.
If there is an excessivebuildup of grease, use a clean soft toothbrush to get into crevices.
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Never use a scrubbing pad or sharp tool on a nonstick surface.
Rinse with another cloth dipped in plain water, then dry with a soft cloth.
Microwave
Theeasiest way to clean the inside of a microwaveis to let it do the work.
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Fill a microwave-safe container with at least one cup of water.
Process until the water is at a roiling boil; then turn off the microwave.
Keep the door closed for at least 15 minutes.
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The steam will loosen food particles and make them easy to wipe away with no scrubbing needed.
Hand wash or place the glass turntable, if you have one, in the dishwasher.
Wipe down the outside handles and keypad with a disinfecting wipe to remove bacteria.
Finally, unplug the appliance and wipe down the outside with a cloth dipped in warm soapy water.
Rinse with a cloth dipped in plain water and dry with a soft cloth.
Grab that soft toothbrush to get between any buttons or crevices that need special attention.
Use a clean soft toothbrush to reach any tight crevices.
Rinse with a cloth dipped in plain water and allow to air dry at least 10 minutes before using.
Cross contamination is always a danger so cleaning after every use is best.
Never immerse the whole appliance in water.
Every few months, remove the cutting mechanism and wash in hot soapy water.
Use a toothbrush to remove food particles from tight crevices.
Rinse and air dry completely before reassembling.
