12/1/13
One energy hog in the kitchen is the stove, and an easy way to make sure your gas or electric stove works as efficiently as possible is to periodically clean the drip pans and grates. It's easy: When your stove is cooled down, remove the drip pans and grates and soak them in the sink for an hour in a mixture of baking soda and white vinegar. Use a scouring sponge to clean the burners on the stove, and wipe them dry with a towel. Replace the drip pans and grates, and you should save some energy.