My life wouldn’t be the same without my morning toast, and I mean that seriously. Every morning I make some variation of avocado toast topped with an egg, which means every morning I toast a piece of bread or two. That’s why I make a point of cleaning out my trusty toaster (and toaster oven) once a week, to remove any food residue that could cause a less-than-ideal burnt taste — or even a fire.
The bottom of a toaster can quickly accumulate a surprising amount of dust, crumbs, lint and even bugs if left dirty. So it needs to be cleaned on a regular basis. Luckily, there’s an easy method that won’t lead to electrocution.Â
For more cleaning tips, learn how to wash your bedding the right way and how to clean your kitchen in under 15 minutes.Â
