As a former chef and the expert who’s covered ranges and cooktops for the past seven years at Consumer Reports, I’m often asked what I have in my own kitchen. It’s with a sigh, and a tinge of ...

Remove the drip pans and wash them in the sink with soapy water. If the drip pans are not removable, wipe the stovetop with a mixture of water and dish soap or a diluted vinegar solution (1:1 ratio).