WASHING-UP TIME
There will be far fewer family quarrels about washing-up time if you follow a few little hints for making this inevitable task both easier and pleasanter. The washing of cooking utensils should be done between times or just before the meal is dished up, so tfiat the sink is clear for the used crockery after dinner,' A great deal of washing-up can be saved by using as many fire- proof glass dishes as possible; stews, pies, puddings, entrees, and fish can be cooked and served in them.
The right tools are necessary for easy washing-up. A long-handled mop saves the hands from coming into contact with soda water; a small, stiff brush saves wear and tear on aluminium pans; a few soap flakes make crockery shine; a little ammonia in the rinsing water makes- glass sparkle; with the aid of a piece of steel wool and a little soap all b”rnt marks can quickly be removed from saucepans _ and roasting tins. A lump of soda in hot water is the quickest method of removing grease, but it should never be used for aluminium, pewter, hand-painted china or wooden utensils. For these, use lemon juice, and a little salt for bad stains.
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Southland Times, Issue 23254, 17 July 1937, Page 16
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