Have you ever wondered how to clean a crock pot
that looks like mine?? I know! It’s pretty gross.
This picture was taken after I had washed it with hot soapy water….several times. I have to admit I have left it looking like this for a long time. After scrubbing and scrubbing, I just gave up trying to get all the baked on stains off.
But the other day, after making another batch of Homemade Greek Yogurt, I decided it was time to try something else.
I grabbed my white vinegar and poured enough in to cover the stained area. Then I poured about ½ cup of baking soda into that. I love that volcanic reaction every time I see it.
Then, I let it sit for about 10 -15 minutes (you may need longer depending on the stain). After that I just scrubbed with a washcloth. I was thrilled that the baked on stains were coming off easily!
Much better than before huh? Not every single stain is completely gone but, by far, a much better look. 🙂
Mandy Long
Yes this really worked! Thanks for the tip.
I let mine soak for an hour. There was a tiny bit of staining left at the sides but this this may be due to the fact that I only used the mixture to about 1cm deep.
So much better than it was before though!
Eleanor Tufts
Thank you for this simple, yet efficient recipe! I got a nice big crock pot as a gift from my mother, but after cooking few times in it, I can’t clean it entirely. I’m just not cooking in it now, because it seems to ruin the taste of my dishes. I’m definitely trying your recipe right now. Thank you for sharing!
Kathleen
Bar Keepers Friend works miracles on stains like that. Also, Magic Eraser. Those are my go to secrets for stains.
Kimberly
I needed this! Thank you for sharing this. Pinned. Lou Lou Girls
Lydia Larae
This is a great tip. Baking soda and vinegar works so well for so many things. I usually use it on the kitchen sink, but hadn’t thought about it for my crocks.
Melissa
Great tip! My crock pot liner is black, so you can’t see it as well, but that doesn’t mean it’s not there!!!
Adelina Priddis
My crock pot looked like that, so when the lid cracked I just tossed it. I’ll have to remember this the next time I get one 🙂 Thanks for sharing on Weekend Bites
Miz Helen
A great post with lots of good ideas! Thanks so much for sharing your awesome post with Full Plate Thursday and have a great weekend!
Hope to see you again real soon,
Miz Helen
Elizabeth
Awesome. I have used that for other things, but not my crockpot. Great tip!
Jessica
Great post. I bet this method would work great for cleaning all my other baking dishes too. I’m going to try it.
Vickie
Wow – I need to do this! Plus, there’s nothing toxic! Thanks!
Michelle @ Moms Are Frugal
Your crockpot turned out great! I will definitely be trying this on mine.
J @ A Hot Southern Mess
Vinegar and baking soda, huh? That’s fantastic! I wonder if it will take the stains off of my other Pyrex baking dishes?
Erin Kelly
I’m going to have to try this! I have something in the crock pot right now, too. I imagine it would have the same effect for the main crock pot heating element, too, to get rid of those drips that sneak down in there.
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Erin
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Nan a.k.a Granny Fabulosa
Hey, every one of those stains is a badge of honor! Nevertheless, thanks for the great tip on getting them off! Thanks for sharing!
Jess
What a great tip!
Thanks for joining the Link Up this week!
Holly
You can also pour bleach and very hot water. Let it sit awhile, even overnight. No scrubbing! Also, great site! Love your tips