Natural Household Remedies

Grills that rest on gas stove burners and chrome rings surrounding burners on an electric stove, as well as oven knobs collect food splatters and grease.  These items can be soaked in a solution of

• 1 cup baking soda
• 1/2 cup vinegar
• 4-6 drops essential oil of your choice, for example lemon

while you are cleaning the oven.  If stains are stubborn, use fine steel wool, and an old toothbrush helps to remove grime from small spaces.