If you have been playing along, you have now cleaned the bathrooms and bedrooms.  Now, it’s onto the kitchen.  Since you probably spend a ton of time in there, along with everybody else, this room probably needs the most work. 

• Get rid of all expired foods in the refrigerator.  Load the dishwasher as you go
• Remove everything from the refrigerator and freezer and place in a cooler.  Thoroughly clean and scrub all shelves, bins, drawers, etc.
• Dust ceiling fans, shelving, blinds, light fixtures and ceilings.
• Spot clean any wall surfaces that have been splattered by cooking
• Use a wood cleaner to scour grease or cooking residue from cabinetry
• Clean oven thoroughly
• Remove knobs from the stove and clean all burners, handles, and surface.  Also clean the range hood 
• If food has accumulated in the dishwasher catch, dran and remove
• Wipe down surfaces of all appliances and clean the interior of the microwave
• Wash draperies
• Sweep and mop the floor
• Organize and sort through pantry, discarding expired items
• Remove dishes and wipe down shelves, also empty drawers and wipes them out

Read the entire list here.

What are your kitchen cleaning tips?