Growing up with an Italian mother I can tell you with certainty: it beats your ass.

Fire, and lots of it.

Heat 1/4 cup vinegar + 1/4 water for 5 minutes in the microwave and let it sit inside undisturbed for 15 minutes. Not only does it get rid of the smell but it also dislodges all the crusties from things like tomato sauce making it the perfect time to also give the oven a good wipe down. I use a Pyrex measuring cup…