Word to the Wise Wednesday - Clean your oven the non caustic way

I recently let my oven get to an absolutely disgusting state.  I cleaned it last December but given how much I bake, that's not near often enough!  I hate cleaning the oven mostly because of the commercial oven cleaners..

• They STINK.  Literally.
• My lungs are not happy and either is my family. 
• I also hate that no matter how much you rinse afterwards, the smell permeates into the next one or two things you cook
• It aint cheap and you have to use gloves!!

So, the solution for me.. Napisan (oxygenated nappy wash).  Yes, don't gasp.  It works.

• 1 cup Napisan and enough water so it goes into a runny paste.
• take your oven racks and trays out
• smear over all surfaces (well excluding vents!)
• smear over trays and racks separately
• close oven and leave for 30 minutes (leave racks same period)
• With a scourer, sponge and bucket of warm water - dislodge any grime with scourer, then wipe off with sponge.
• Finally using vinegar in a spray bottle or just plain spray and wipe, wipe off any residue.
• Scrub trays and racks same way.

The great news here is:

• It's easy
• It's effective
• It's cheap
• and it doesn't stink and your food doesn't taste funny!

Give it a try as part of your spring cleaning routine!

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