A microwave is far from being a home appliance that's a complete waste of money. It has a ton of uses in the kitchen, from reheating meals and thawing frozen meats to disinfecting sponges and ...

Clean your microwave’s mesh filter every three to six months to prevent grease buildup. Soak the mesh filter in hot soapy water with baking soda, scrub gently, rinse, and dry. Replace (don’t wash) the ...