Bacon is a particularly strong and difficult smell to get out of a microwave, but judicious use of citrus can do the trick. The best part about this solution is that it is all-natural and involves no harsh chemicals or scrubbing.
Things You Will Need
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Clean the microwave of all visible splatters and spills. Mix the dish soap with warm water to create suds, and wipe everything down with your sponge.
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Cut the lemon into quarters.
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Place lemon pieces in a small microwave-safe container.
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Fill the container about 3/4 full with tap water. Make sure you can pick up and move the container comfortably, without spilling.
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Place the container of lemon and water in your microwave and close the door.
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Microwave on high for 3 minutes. Allow the container to sit in the microwave for 5 minutes more.
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Remove the container of lemon and water from the microwave and discard. Enjoy your fresh-smelling microwave. The lemon scent will dissipate in a short time, leaving only a nice, neutral-smelling microwave.
The Drip Cap
- Bacon smells wonderful when it is cooking, but you do not want to continue to smell it days after it was cooked.
- Unfortunately, your microwave is an odor magnet, sometimes retaining odors of foods cooked in it for long periods of time.
- Remove the container of lemon and water from the microwave and discard.
- Enjoy your fresh-smelling microwave.