Clean your toaster’s exterior more than the interior depending on how often you use it. Empty the toaster’s crumb tray regularly to keep the inside clean, avoid a burning smell, and deter pests. Leave ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Getty Images. EatingWell design. Always unplug and cool your toaster before cleaning to avoid burns, shocks or dangerous fumes.

Even if you don’t use it often, there’s no doubt crumbs have collected in the tray at the bottom of your pop-up toaster. Toasted bits of bread and bagels from your daily breakfast are bound to fall ...