Steam Clean Your Microwave In Minutes- No Scrubbing

Start with a microwave-safe bowl, I like to use glass.

Add 1-2 cups of water

Next measure and add 2 tablespoons of white vinegar.

Then add 10-15 drops of your favorite essential oil.

This step isn’t required to steam clean your microwave, but I like the way it makes my kitchen smells as the mixture is heating.

I like to use fruit scents when cleaning the kitchen, my favorite being lemon for this job.

I also love using essential oil to make my own fabric softener sheets.

Before adding the mixture to the microwave drop a toothpick into the bowl.

Sometimes if liquids get superheated in the microwave they can explode. In this case, drop the toothpick or a small wooden spoon.

Having the toothpick in the dish helps the bubbles form around the toothpick, preventing a boilover or explosion.

Add the bowl to the microwave and heat for 3-5 minutes. Then let it sit in the microwave, with the door closed for another 2-4 minutes. This added time allows the steam from the heating process to loosen any stuck-on food.

While the water mixture is heating and steaming, clean the outside of your microwave.

Carefully remove the bowl from the microwave- it will be hot

Using a wet cloth or wet paper towel wipe the walls, plate, and, inner door of the microwave.

In a matter of minutes, your microwave is clean, and you didn’t have to scrub.