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5. **Wipe Away the Paste**
After 15 minutes, the baking soda paste should be ready to wipe away. Grab a wet microfiber cloth or paper towels and start wiping down the interior of the oven. You’ll see the grime lifting off without a lot of elbow grease. For any stubborn spots, use a **scrubbing brush** or **spatula** to gently scrape the residue.
6. **Spray Vinegar to Finish**
Now for the fun part—spraying the **white vinegar**! In a spray bottle, mix equal parts **white vinegar** and water, and give the inside of the oven a good spritz. The vinegar will fizz and bubble when it comes into contact with the baking soda paste, breaking down any remaining residue.
7. **Final Wipe-Down**
Wipe everything down again with a clean, damp cloth to remove any remaining cleaning solution. If there’s still some residue left, repeat the vinegar spray and wipe once more. Finally, dry off the surfaces with a dry towel or paper towels.
8. **Reassemble**
Once the oven is sparkling clean, pop the racks back in, and you’re done! In **less than 5 minutes**, your oven is cleaner and fresher than ever.
### Why This Method Works So Well
– **Baking soda** acts as a gentle abrasive, which helps scrub away grease and food particles without scratching your oven.
– **Vinegar** is a natural disinfectant and deodorizer, cutting through grease and leaving the oven smelling fresh.
– This method is free from harsh chemicals, so it’s safer for both you and your family.
### The Secret to Keeping Your Oven Clean (Without All the Scrubbing)
The best part about this method is that it doesn’t require hours of scrubbing. And while your mother-in-law might take hours to clean her oven (and leave it a little less sparkly), you can do it in just a fraction of the time. This quick clean-up will help keep your oven in tip-top shape without all the hassle.
One additional tip: **preventative maintenance** goes a long way. Every time you use the oven, try wiping up any spills right after you cook (when the oven is still warm, but not too hot). This can help keep things from building up in the first place.
### Conclusion: Clean Ovens in No Time
With this simple and speedy method, you can say goodbye to the days of scrubbing away for hours. **In under 5 minutes**, your oven will be as clean as the day you bought it—maybe even cleaner. Plus, with just a few ingredients like **baking soda** and **vinegar**, you’ll never need to rely on harsh chemicals again.
So, the next time you hear someone complaining about how long it takes to clean the oven, you can proudly say, “I don’t clean the oven for more than 5 minutes!” And if they ask how, you can share your secret—your oven’s cleanliness will speak for itself.
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Let me know if you’d like to tweak anything or if you need more tips for keeping your kitchen sparkling!
