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cooking guide
COOKWARE
MICROWAVE-SAFE
COMMENTS
Paper
Plates, cups, napkins and
Kitchen paper
3
For short cooking times and warming. Also
to absorb excess moisture.
Recycled paper
3
Do not use recycled paper towels, which
may contain metal and may catch fire or
cause arcing.
Plastic
Containers
3
Can be used if heat-resistant thermoplastic.
Some plastics may warp or discolor at high
temperatures. Do not use Melamine plastic.
Cling film
3
Can be used to retain moisture. Avoid
wrapping the food too tight. Take care when
removing the film as hot steam will escape.
Freezer bags
3 8
Only if boilable or oven-proof. Should not be
airtight. Prick with a fork, if necessary.
Wax or grease-proof paper
3
Can be used to retain moisture and prevent
spattering.
Thermometer
3
Use only those marked “Microwave-
safe” and follow the directions. Check the
temperature in several places. Conventional
thermometers can be used once the food
has been removed from the oven.
Straw, wicker, and wood
3 8
Use only for short-term heating, as these
materials can be flammable.
3
: Recommended
3
7
: Use Caution
7
: Unsafe
cooking guide
MICROWAVES
Microwave energy actually penetrates food, attracted and absorbed by the water, fat and sugar content.
The microwaves cause the molecules in the food to move rapidly and the rapid movement of these
molecules creates friction and the resulting heat cooks the food.
Cooking meat
Place the meat fat-side down on a microwave-safe roasting rack in a microwave-safe dish. Use narrow
strips of aluminum foil to shield any bone tips or thin pieces of meat. Check the temperature in several
places before letting the meat stand the recommended time.
The following temperatures are removal temperatures. The temperature of the food will rise during standing
time.
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