![]() And remember, dairy spoils faster if you keep it in the door. I recommend keeping a space clear for rising doughs, marinating meats, or other sizable cooking projects. ![]() This is the moment to reconsider the layout of your fridge and give yourself a tidy baseline going forward. Then you can start putting back all of your food. Start by replacing the shelves and drawers, making sure they’re completely dry before you slide them into place. To reconstruct your fridge, just work in reverse. Be sure to wipe down all of the shelf and drawer tracks while you’re at it. (Heads up: If you are using bleach, be sure to avoid cleaning products with ammonia, as the two create a dangerous chemical reaction when mixed.) For a less abrasive cleaner, try a solution of equal parts water and white vinegar.ĭeep cleans are a good time to go over other hard-to-reach spots like the rubber gasket around the door seal, where moisture and gunk can accumulate over time. Either in a bucket or spray bottle, you can mix a solution of 1 tablespoon bleach to 1 gallon water, then get to wiping with a soft cloth or paper towels. Twice a year (or more if any food in your fridge was recently recalled) follow the steps above, then finish up by cleaning with a more intense disinfectant. Using dish soap and tap water is fine most of the time-but occasionally opting for a deep clean can combat stubborn messes and sanitize more thoroughly. Once you’re done, be sure to dry the walls and back of the fridge with a clean towel, as excess moisture can pool up once the removable shelves are back in place, creating an unseen mess later on. According to the USDA, a refrigerator’s low temperature is not enough to stop the growth of germs, while Michigan State University points out that fridges can be breeding grounds for listeria, a common foodborne bacteria. Fridges are-and I don’t mean to generalize here-gross. If you think about it for too long, it’s bound to give you the yuck.īut beyond getting rid of smells, sticky stains, or slimy puddles, cleaning your refrigerator is also the healthy thing to do. Refrigerators are like revolving doors of produce, meats, condiments, dairy products, take-out containers, beverages, and who knows what else, all with varying origins, expiration dates, and levels of crust dried on top (maybe that last one’s just me). ![]() I probably need to clean my fridge more often. I’ll go ahead and say it: You probably need to clean your fridge more often. Dare we say it could be fun? Welcome to BA’s Cleaning Week : Consider this your trusty guide to the nooks and crannies that you definitely are not scrubbing often enough, plus the pro-approved tools and products to get the job done. Cleaning your kitchen doesn’t have to be a nightmare. ![]()
0 Comments
Leave a Reply. |