Many experts believe that a few simple tips with ice can help clean tools effectively without overusing cleaning chemicals.
One of the common tips is to use ice to clean a blender or food processor. According to the Good Housekeeping Research Institute (USA), users can put a few ice cubes with warm water and a little dish soap in the blender, then turn on the machine for about 20-30 seconds. The ice cubes will create friction to help push away food residue and long-standing odors inside the blade and walls of the blender.
This method helps to quickly clean difficult-to-reach corners in the blender that are difficult to reach.
The second tip is to use ice to deodorize and clean the kitchen sink. Users can put ice combined with a few slices of lemon in the drain. When the ice melts, it helps to wash away grease and stains in the pipeline, while reducing unpleasant odors in the sink.
In addition, ice can also help remove grease on cutting boards or non-stick pans after cooking. Experts recommend not using sharp objects to scrape because it can easily scratch the surface of kitchen utensils.
Experts also remind people to regularly clean kitchen utensils, especially items that come into direct contact with raw food to limit bacteria and mold growth.
