Washing Dishes
You might think that washing dishes is a no-brainer, well… it is. But there is a science (and art) to it to make sure that you do it more efficiently.
Sorting. This involves sorting the same group of soiled dishes and utensils together (forks, spoons, dinner plates, glasses, etc.). While doing so, get rid as much food debris as possible with a wet sponge.
Ordering. There is an order to how you’re supposed to wash dishes. The general idea is to wash them from the least dirty to the greasiest:
- Glasses
- Cups and saucers
- Side plates
- Dessert dishes
- Cutlery
- Dinner plates
- Casseroles and utensils
- Pans
Washing. Soak the pans and casserole dishes before starting to wash. This will get the dried food particles unstuck by the time you get to them.Keep a bowl of hot water for the greasy stuff. Use a small amount of quality dishwashing soap. Regulate soap use as it might get difficult to rinse off. Use good quality dishwashing soap so it can cut grease with just a small amount. Rinse well.
Let the dishes stand on a dripping rack. Start drying the stuff in the same order as they were washed. Use clean T-towels. Have enough so you can change them daily to avoid the spread of germs.
Once the dishes are dry, put them away.
Don’t forget to clean the sink. Wipe all surfaces dry and make sure that you leave the sink spotless.
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