Microwave a cup of water until it’s steaming. Remove the water and quickly place the butter (still wrapped) inside the microwave with the hot mug. Close the door and let it sit for 5–10 minutes.

A combination of water or other liquid and heat can create steam inside the microwave that helps loosen stains and splatters. Then all you have to do is wipe it down. For an average clean ...

Before the days of domestic microwave ovens, my parents used to visit the railway station cafe to enjoy a pasty ... has a lovely spectrum: rare inside and crunchy on the outside.