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A30019, SCA R2197 O/M
GLASSWARE/
CERAMIC
(HEAT RESISTANT)
METAL COOKWARE
PLASTIC WRAP
OVEN BAGS
ALUMINIUM FOIL
STRAW AND WOOD
PAPER
PLASTIC COOKWARE
MICROWAVE SAFE
BROWNING DISH
THERMOMETERS
•MICROWAVE SAFE
•CONVENTIONAL
GLASSWARE
• Ordinary glass is not suitable for cooking but may be used for short
periods for heating foods.
CERAMIC
• Most ovenproof china, and ceramics, are suited.
• Avoid dishes that are decorated with gold or silver leaf.
• Avoid using antique pottery.
• If unsure, check with the manufacturer.
• Metal cookware should be avoided when cooking in the microwave
oven.
• Microwave energy is reflected by metal.
• Plastic wrap can be used to cover food.
• Some shrinkage of the wrap may occur, over an extended cooking
time.
• When removing wrap, lift it in such a way to avoid steam burns.
• Do not tie oven bags with metal twist ties, substitute with string.
• For cooking food with high fat content, do not bring the wrap in
contact with the food as it may melt.
• Small amounts may be used to shield certain parts of meat and fish
when cooking or defrosting.
• Remove food in foil trays, if possible, and place in a microwave safe
dish.
• If not possible, place the foil tray onto a heat proof plate allowing 2.5
cm room between the walls of the oven.
• Excessive over heating of these materials may cause a fire in the
microwave oven.
• Paper towels and waxed paper are suitable to use to prevent splat-
ters.
• These are suitable for use when reheating foods or for short cooking
times.
• Ideal for cooking, reheating and defrosting.
• Some microwave safe plastic cookware are not suitable for cooking
foods with high fat and sugar content.
• Ensure that the preheating time of the dish is not exceeded.
• Ensure that a microwave heat proof dinner plate or suitable insulator
be placed between the turntable and the browning dish.
COOKWARE AND UTENSIL GUIDE
Use
Advice
Utensil
YES
NO
YES
FOR
SHIELDING
NO
YES
YES
YES
YES
NO
MICROWAVE
SAFE ONLY
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