* Spread the paste all over the inside of your oven—avoiding the heating elements.
* Let it sit **overnight** (or at least 10–12 hours). The paste will turn brown as it absorbs grime.
#### **Step 3: Wipe it Down**
* Use a damp cloth to wipe out as much of the paste as possible. Don’t worry if it looks streaky—this is where the vinegar comes in.
#### **Step 4: Spray Vinegar**
* Fill a spray bottle with white vinegar and spritz the inside of the oven.
* The vinegar reacts with the baking soda residue and fizzes up, loosening any stubborn spots.
#### **Step 5: Final Wipe**
* Do a final wipe-down with a clean, damp cloth. You’ll be shocked at how clean it is—with almost zero scrubbing!
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### 💡 Bonus Tips
* **For oven racks:** Soak them in the tub with hot water and a scoop of laundry detergent or dishwasher tablets. Let sit for a few hours, then wipe clean.
* **For tough spots:** Use a plastic scraper or old credit card to gently lift stuck-on gunk.
* **Do this every 2–3 months** or after messy cooking sessions—no buildup, no stress.
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### ✅ Why This Works
Baking soda acts as a gentle abrasive and odor neutralizer, while vinegar breaks down grease and helps lift residue. Together, they make the ultimate no-scrub solution for a dirty oven.
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### 🧽 Final Thought
Once I discovered this method, I stopped dreading oven cleaning—and you will too. It’s cheap, chemical-free, and actually *works.* So if you’re like I was—avoiding your oven’s dirty little secret—do yourself a favor and try this out. You may never think about cleaning your oven the same way again.
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