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Q: We love to barbeque in the summer. What's the best way to keep the grill clean and gunk-free?
A: First, don't turn off the grill until you've burned off any cooked-food residue. Let the grill cool slightly. While it's still warm, use a small wire brush to clean off any food particles that remain on the cooking grates. If the grates are removable, take them out and soak them in warm, soapy water. Remove them from the water and brush clean with a wire brush. If other parts of the grill require cleaning (for example, around the burner or on the inside surfaces), check the manual for your grill. When you've finished cleaning, reassemble the grill and let it air-dry. The next time you use it, preheat it for an extra five minutes to be sure you burn off any cleaning residue.
Q: I've got a bunch of different oven mitts. How do I clean them?
A: It depends on what your mitts are made of:
- Cloth mitts are usually made from several layers of fabric and insulation material, quilted together and treated with a flame-retardant finish. This type of mitt should be machine-washed frequently in hot water.
- Neoprene mitts are made from the same material as wetsuits. They're machine-washable and can also be put in the dishwasher.
- Silicone mitts are made by an injection mold process, using food-grade silicone. The easiest way to clean them is to put them in the dishwasher.
– Nancy Bock is Vice President of Education at The Soap and Detergent Association
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