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Advice for Good Usage of the Oven
Working with microwaves
Before using any dish, make sure that it is appropriate for use in microwaves (SEE ADVICE ON THE USE OF
UTENSILS AND RECIPIENTS).
Always make a slit in the food's shell before cooking it.
Whenever heating liquids use a recipient with a large opening to allow the vapour to escape.
Remember that:
1. Larger quantities of food require more cooking time.
2. The lower the food temperature the more cooking time is needed.
3. Less dense foods cook faster.
4. An even distribution of the food in the oven guarantees better results. The cooking of different types
of foods simultaneously is possible by placing the dense food in an outside circle and the less dense
in the centre of the plate.
5. Better results are achieved by allowing the food to stand before serving because it continues to cook
for some time after the oven is switched off.
6. The cooking time may be shortened and the liquids preserved (the food doesn't dry out) by covering
the food. The lids should be transparent to allow the microwaves through and they should have a
small opening for the vapour to escape.
