The Baking Soda Paste
For baking sheets and pans with burnt-on grease, baking soda is a miracle worker.
- Mix baking soda and water to form a thick paste.
- Spread it over the greasy areas.
- Let it sit for at least 30 minutes (or overnight for really bad stains).
- Scrub with a scouring pad or crumpled aluminum foil.
- Wash as usual.
Ammonia for Oven Racks
Place your greasy oven racks in a large trash bag. Add 1/2 cup of ammonia. Seal the bag tightly and leave it outside overnight. The fumes will loosen the grease. In the morning, wipe clean and rinse thoroughly.