Work smarter, not harder.
If you’ve ever wondered how the professionals do it, you’ve come to the right place.
If youre short on after-dinner cleaning time, feel free to soak the dishes overnight.
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Deglaze Burnt-On Food
Unfortunately, some food bits may betoo stubbornfor a hot water soak.
Scott Groth, professional chef and food blogger, recommends deglazing in these situations.
First, remove any of the solids from the pan while it is still hot, says Groth.
It takes just a minute and saves an enormous amount of time scrubbing with a sponge and soap.
Bacteria grows quickly, so its essential to ensure that your work surface is safe, he says.
Try tossing items like stove knobs, range hood filters, and fridge shelves into the dishwasher.
Groth also suggests using the top rack of the dishwasher to clean your dish sponge.
This is a particularly solid tip for people roasting vegetables or making bacon in the oven.
Be sure to check for any food residue that may have snuck onto the pan during baking.
A well-organized space makes everything more efficient because you always know where things are.
Giving everything a home also helps simplify tasks like unloading groceries or putting away ingredients and leftovers.
Groth uses dry-erase markers as an easy labeling system.
At my house, we use airtight glass containers with snap-on lids to store leftovers in the fridge.
Implementing a system like this can also help reduce food wastebetter for your wallet, and for the planet.
