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SIZE
Small pieces of food cook faster than large pieces. Pieces similar in size and shape will cook more evenly
when cooked together. For more even results, reduce the power level when cooking large pieces of food.
STORAGE TEMPERATURE
Foods taken from freezer or refrigerator take longer to cook than if they were room temperature.
NATURAL MOISTURE
Moisture rich foods cook more evenly because the microwave energy heats water molecules very efficiently.
FOOD PLACEMENT
When cooking delicate food items such as asparagus, place toward center of turntable tray.
FOOD ARRANGEMENT
When cooking unevenly shaped foods such as chicken pieces, place the thicker/meatier parts toward
outside of turntable tray.
STIRRING
Stir food such as casseroles from the outside to center in order to evenly distribute the heat. This allows
food to cook faster.
TURNING
Turn foods such as roast beef halfway through cook time. This allows even exposure of all sides to the
microwave energy.
WRAPPING
Sandwiches and many other foods that contain prebaked bread should be wrapped in paper towel or wax
paper prior to placing in microwave to help prevent drying out during heating. Aluminum foil, plastic, paper
or other combustible materials should never be used in microwave; this includes for the use of wrapping
food.
NOTE: DO NOT USE PAPER TOWELS THAT CONTAIN NYLON OR OTHER SYNTHETIC FIBERS.
HEATED SYNTHETICS COULD MELT AND CAUSE PAPER TO IGNITE.
COVERING
Certain foods, such as sauces, should be covered during heating time to avoid splattering. Aluminum foil,
plastic, paper or other combustible materials should never be used in microwave; this includes for the use
of covering food.
ALLOW FOOD TO STAND
After removing food from microwave, cover with foil or lid and let stand to finish cooking. This allows the
food to complete cooking in the center and avoid overcooked edges. The standing time will vary depending
on density and surface area of food items.
COOKING SUGGESTIONS
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