Wipe kitchen counters
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Why this matters
Why bother?
Raw food residue (especially meat) leaves bacteria. Even a "clean-looking" counter has invisible contamination after cooking.
How often
After every cooking session, plus once before bed.
Best time: Right after cooking, while the pan is resting.
Pro tip
Two-cloth system: one for surfaces, one for dishes. Don't cross-contaminate.
Common mistake
Using the same sponge for weeks. Microwave it wet for 90 seconds weekly to kill bacteria. Replace monthly.
What happens if you skip
Cross-contamination risk and that sticky film that takes real elbow grease later.
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