Refresh your stove vents
Witness the remarkable transformation of a once grimy and greasy stove through a thorough cleaning method I’ve recently discovered and am excited to share with you. This effective technique, originally found on Jillee’s One Good Thing blog, has truly revolutionized my cleaning routine.
Let’s revisit the initial state of my filters – quite an unsightly sight, isn’t it? The accumulation of grease and grime on them made me uneasy at the thought of cooking with them hovering over my food.
To tackle the task of cleaning your stove vents, all you’ll need is a large saucepan and some baking soda. A crucial tip: if your pans are non-stick, opt for a stainless steel pan instead. Personally, I keep a dedicated pan just for this cleaning process.
Begin by bringing a pot of water to a vigorous boil. Once it’s bubbling away, generously sprinkle baking soda into the water. The amount depends on the water volume, and don’t be alarmed when it begins to fizz – that’s a positive sign! Add baking soda gradually to avoid excess. Once it fizzes adequately, use tongs to delicately immerse the filters into the solution.
Begin by bringing a pot of water to a vigorous boil. Once it’s bubbling away, generously sprinkle baking soda into the water. The amount depends on the water volume, and don’t be alarmed when it begins to fizz – that’s a positive sign! Add baking soda gradually to avoid excess. Once it fizzes adequately, use tongs to delicately immerse the filters into the solution.
Begin by bringing a pot of water to a vigorous boil. Once it’s bubbling away, generously sprinkle baking soda into the water. The amount depends on the water volume, and don’t be alarmed when it begins to fizz – that’s a positive sign! Add baking soda gradually to avoid excess. Once it fizzes adequately, use tongs to delicately immerse the filters into the solution.
As depicted in these images, the water swirls around the filters, and the grease starts to loosen. I left mine in the boiling solution for about a minute – a manageable duration given the compact size of the filters. For larger filters, consider cleaning them in halves.
After extraction, the transformation of the once greasy filters is truly astounding. Cooking with these clean filters provides a sense of reassurance. Moreover, eliminating the accumulated grease and grime can contribute to minimizing unwanted cooking odors.
For subsequent filters, I reused the water in the pot, simply adding more baking soda to sustain the fizz. The end result? Sparkling clean filters!
While your pot may appear a bit soiled afterward, cleaning it is relatively easy. As for wastewater disposal, I recommend disposing of it in a secluded area of your garden, away from pets or children, to prevent greasy water from coating pipes or harming the environment.
There you have it! This entire process took less than 10 minutes from start to finish. I trust you’ll find it as efficient and straightforward as I have!