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When unsure that a cooking
con tainer is suitable for use in your
microwave, check by the follow ing
test:
1.
Fill a microwave safe measur ing
jug with 300ml (
1⁄
2
pt) cold water.
2.
Place it on the turntable
along side the dish to be tested.
If the dish you are testing is a
large dish, then stand the
measur ing jug on top of the
empty dish.
3.
Heat on HIGH power for
1 minute.
Result
If the dish is suitable for
micro waving, it will remain cool,
whilst the water in the jug will begin
to feel warm. If the testing dish feels
warm, do not use as it is obvious ly
absorbing microwave energy.
N.B. This test does not apply to
plastic or metal based con tainers
e.g. Le Creuset
®
style dishes, which
should not be used as they are cast
iron covered with enamel.
Oven glass
Everyday glass that is heat
resistant e.g. Pyrex
®
, is
ideal for Microwave or
Combination cooking.
DO NOT USE FOR
GRILLING on the GRILL RACK. Do not use
delicate glass or lead crystal which may crack
or arc.
China and ceramic
Everyday glazed china,
porcelain or ceramic
plates, bowls, mugs and
cups can be used if they
are heat resis tant. Fine
bone china should only be
used for reheating for
short periods. Do not use dishes with a metal
rim or pattern. Do not use jugs or mugs with
glued handles, since the glue can melt. If
dishes are heat resistant they may be used
on COMBINATION but not directly under the
GRILL.
Pottery, earthenware, stoneware
If completely glazed, these
dishes are suitable. Do not
use if partially glazed or
unglazed, since they are
able to absorb water which
in turn absorbs microwave
energy, making the container very hot and
slows down the cooking of food.
Foil/metal containers
NEVER ATTEMPT TO
COOK IN FOIL OR METAL
con tai ners on Microwave
only as the microwaves
cannot pass through and
the food will not heat
evenly, it may also damage
your oven. Foil and metal containers can be
used on GRILL and may be used with care
during certain COMBINATION cooking as
long as they are not damaged or dented.
Quick Check Guide to Cooking Utensils
Choosing the correct container is a very important factor in deciding the success or failure of
your cooking.
Testing Dishes for Suitability - For Microwave Cooking Only.