Oven Cleaner and a Garbage Bag. I love this method because there is very little mess. I take the racks outside on the patio to "soak" and then use the garden hose to rin ...

The method: Place your oven rack inside a big trash bag and set it in the sink or on the ground outside. Spray the grates liberally with Easy-Off oven cleaner from at least 9 to 12 inches away.

Years ago, I learned the easiest way to clean oven racks. Put them all in a large trash bag, spray liberally with oven cleaner, tie up the bag and let them sit.