The Pre-Holiday Kitchen Reset: How to Clean Smart & Cook Without the Mess (So You Actually Get Time With Friends)

1. Start with a “smart clean,” not a deep clean

Skip the overwhelm. You don’t need to scrub grout with a toothbrush — you just need your kitchen to be functional and clutter-free.

• Clear the counters. Put away small appliances you rarely use so your workspace feels open.

• Do a quick fridge & pantry purge. Toss expired condiments, mystery jars, and old leftovers. This frees up space for incoming holiday ingredients.

• Wipe down your oven and stovetop now — it’ll save you panic-cleaning when guests are coming over.

Pro tip: Line your oven with an Unstick Oven Protector before the next big meal. It catches drips and spills, saving you from hours of scrubbing later.

Unstick Casserole Liners: Ideal for hearty baked dishes, scalloped potatoes, and cheesy sides that usually stick to the pan. It’s also perfect for your favourite fall
desserts. Say goodbye to sticky messes because cleanup is quick and effortless.

Unstick Roasting & Baking Sheets: Perfect for vegetables, cookies and all your holiday treats… from buttery toffee to delicate shortbread, food just slides off.

Unstick Cake & Loaf Liners: A must-have for holiday baking — your breads, fruitcakes, and pound cakes release perfectly every time, no tearing or crumbling.

Unstick BBQ Sheets: Ideal for winter grillers who refuse to pack up the BBQ (no flare-ups, no greasy grates).

Unstick Frypan Liners: Instantly transform any frying pan, saucepan, or Instant Pot/Pressure Cooker into a non-stick cooking surface. No more stuck food or stubborn cleanup — just effortless cooking every time.

Unstick Oven Liners: Holiday baking can get messy — think overflowing pies, bubbling casseroles, and cheesy appetizers. Keep your oven sparkling clean with a
reusable liner that catches every drip and spill. When the cooking’s done, just
rinse or pop it in the dishwasher — no scrubbing, no stress, just more time to
enjoy the holidays.

3. Create a “ready to cook” zone

A little prep now means smooth sailing later.

• Stock your baking essentials (flour, sugar, spices) in clear jars so you can see what needs replenishing.
  
• Keep a tray or basket for all your frequently used items — olive oil, salt, utensils, your go-to Unstick liner.
  
• Group baking tools (whisks, spatulas, measuring cups) together so you’re not rummaging mid-recipe.

When everything has a place, cooking feels calm — not chaotic.

4. Keep “clean as you go” truly doable

We all say it, but only a few of us do it. The trick is to make “clean as you go” effortless:

• Use liners on every surface that tends to get sticky — baking trays, roasting pans, even the toaster oven.
  
• When meal prepping, place a small “garbage bowl” on the counter and toss all your food-related scraps including peels, stems, and trimmings straight into it. When you’re done prepping, simply empty it into your compost.
  
• Make it a habit to immediately place cutting boards, knives, bowls, and utensils in the dishwasher as soon as you’re done using them. It keeps your counters clear and prevents the post-cooking pileup.
  
• Wipe spills right away with warm, soapy water, and give your counters a quick once-over before you move on to the next step.
  
• End each day with a quick 5-minute counter reset — that’s it.

You’ll wake up to a kitchen that’s ready for more memories (not more mess).