That’s a great time-saving tip! Placing an oven rack in a garbage bag with a cleaning solution is an effective way to loosen grease and grime. Here’s a step-by-step guide to make the process even easier:

**1. Prepare the Cleaning Solution

• Ingredients:
  • Baking soda
  • Dish soap
  • Water
• How to Make It:
  1. Mix 1/2 cup of baking soda with 1/4 cup of dish soap and enough water to form a paste.

**2. Bag the Oven Rack

• What to Do:
  1. Place the oven rack in a large garbage bag.
  2. Apply the baking soda paste to the rack, ensuring it’s well-coated.
  3. Seal the bag tightly to keep the solution in contact with the rack.

**3. Let It Sit

• How Long: Leave the bagged oven rack overnight or for at least 8 hours.
• Why It Works: The baking soda and dish soap work together to break down grease and grime, making it easier to clean off.

**4. Clean the Rack

• What to Do:
  1. Remove the rack from the bag and discard the used solution.
  2. Scrub the rack with a brush or sponge to remove any remaining residue.
  3. Rinse thoroughly with warm water.

**5. Final Rinse and Dry

• What to Do: Ensure all baking soda and soap residues are rinsed off, then dry the rack completely before placing it back in the oven.

Alternative Method

• Ammonia Method:
  1. Place the rack in a garbage bag.
  2. Add 1/4 cup of ammonia to the bag.
  3. Seal tightly and let it sit overnight.
  4. Rinse the rack thoroughly the next day.

This method is efficient for saving time and making oven rack cleaning less labor-intensive.