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materials that can be used in the microwave
utensils
remarks
Aluminium foil
Shielding only. Small smooth pieces can be used to cover thin parts of meat or poultry to
prevent overcooking. Arcing can occur if the foil is too close to oven walls. The foil should be at
least 1 inch (2.5cm) away from oven walls.
Browning dish
Follow the manufacturer’s instructions. The bottom of a browning dish must be at least 3/16
inch (5mm) above the turntable. Incorrect usage may cause the turntable to break.
Dinnerware
Microwave-safe only. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions. Do not use cracked or chipped
dishes.
Glass jars
Always remove lid. Use only to heat food until just warm. Most glass jars are not heat-resistant
and may break.
Glassware
Heat-resistant oven glassware only. Make sure there is no metallic trim.
Do not use cracked or chipped dishes.
Oven cooking bags
Follow the manufacturer’s instructions. Do not close with metal tie. Make slits to allow steam to
escape.
Paper plates and cups
Use for short–term cooking/warming only. Do not leave oven unattended while cooking.
Paper towels
Use to cover food for reheating and absorbing fat. Use with supervision for short-term cooking
only.
Greaseproof paper
Use as a cover to prevent splattering or a wrap for steaming.
Plastic
Microwave-safe only. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions. Should be labelled “Microwave
Safe”. Some plastic containers soften, as the food inside gets hot. “Boiling bags” and tightly
closed plastic bags should be slit, pierced or vented as directed by the instructions on their
packaging.
Plastic wrap
Microwave-safe only. Use to cover food during cooking to retain moisture.
Do not allow plastic wrap to touch food.
Thermometers
Microwave-safe only (meat and candy thermometers).
Wax paper
Use as a cover to prevent splattering and retain moisture.
Place your food and its container evenly on the turntable.
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