Have you ever popped a bowl of spaghetti sauce in the microwave, only to discover it looks like a crime scene by the time you pull it out? It’s not your cooking skills—it’s physics! Microwaves heat ...

Oh, the microwave. It’s one of those kitchen helpers we rely on every single day, but goodness, can it get messy in a hurry! From splattered spaghetti sauce to exploded oatmeal, it doesn’t take long ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through the links below." Of all the nooks and crannies in our kitchens, the inside of the microwave may be the grimiest.

When was the last time you deep cleaned your microwave? If the answer escapes you, it might be time to give your trusty appliance a good scrub. The average household microwave can get a pretty good ...

Leaving stains in the microwave to clean "later" can easily turn into a couple of days or a week, and by that time the grime ...

Cleaning products with bleach can leave behind harmful residues and strong fumes, which are unsafe in a food-prep area. Clean your microwave with vinegar, lemon juice, baking soda paste, or a milder, ...