How To Get Rid of Burnt Cookie Smells — Holiday Cleanup

Every year, my husband and I throw a cookie party over the holidays. It's actually a long-standing family tradition — my sister and I used to do it together, when we lived at home, and now do it separately in our own homes. Typically, I take off the day before the big event and spend hours baking (my sister prefers to do her baking in batches and freeze the cookies). And you'd think that after throwing this party for more than 15 years, I'd have the baking down, but the truth is that every year I burn at least one batch of cookies.

I guess that's why I write about cleaning, not baking? Luckily, I've figured out the best steps to clear the air after a burned batch.

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