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SUITABLE OVENWARE
GLASS AND CERAMIC GLASS
Heat-resistant glass utensils are very
suitable. The cooking process can be
observed from all sides. They must
not, however, contain any metal (e.g.
lead crystal), nor have a metallic overlay (e.g. gold
edge, cobalt blue finish).
CERAMICS
Generally very suitable. Ceramics must be glazed,
since with unglazed ceramics moisture can get into the
ceramic. Moisture causes the material to heat up and
may make it shatter. If you are not certain whether
your utensil is suitable for the microwave, carry out the
utensil suitability test.
PORCELAIN
Very suitable. Ensure that the porcelain does not have
a gold or silver overlay and that it does not contain any
metal.
PLASTIC AND PAPER UTENSILS
Heat resistant plastic utensils which are suitable for use
in the microwave can be used to thaw, heat and cook
food. Follow the manufacturer's recommendations.
Heat-resistant paper made for use in a microwave oven
is also suitable. Follow the manufacturer's recommen-
dations.
MICROWAVE FOIL
This, or heat-resistant foil, is very suitable for covering
or wrapping. Please follow the manufacturer's recom-
mendations.
ROASTING BAGS
Can be used in a microwave oven. Metal clips are not
suitable for fastening them since the roasting bag foil
might melt. Fasten the roasting bag with string and
pierce it several times with a fork. Non heat-resistant
food wraps are not recommended for use in a
microwave oven.
METAL
Generally speaking, metal should not be used, since
microwaves do not pass through metal and therefore
cannot reach the food. There are, however, exceptions:
small strips of aluminium foil may be used to cover cer-
tain parts of the food, so that these do not thaw too
quickly or begin to cook (e.g. chicken wings).Small
metal skewers and aluminium containers (e.g. of ready-
cooked meals) can be used. They must, however, be
small in relation to the food, e.g. aluminium containers
must be at least
2/
3
to
3/
4
filled with food. It is recom-
mended that you transfer the food into a dish suitable
for use in the microwave. When using aluminium con-
tainers or other metal utensils there must be a gap of
approx. 2 cms between them and the walls of the cook-
ing area, otherwise the walls could be damaged by
possible arcing.
NO UTENSIL SHOULD HAVE A METAL OVER-
LAY
metal parts such as screws, bands or handles.
UTENSIL SUITABILITY TEST
If you are not sure whether your utensil is suitable for
use in your microwave oven, carry out
the following test: Place the utensil into
the oven. Place a glass container filled
with 150 ml of water on or next to the
utensil. Switch on the oven at 900 W power for 1 to
2 minutes. If the utensil stays cool or just warm to the
touch, it is suitable. Do not use this test on a plastic
utensil. It could melt.
SUITABLE UTENSILS FOR COMBINED
OPERATION
In general all heat-resistant microwave utensils are also
suitable for combined operation. However you should
be aware that the hot air or the grill makes the crock-
ery very hot. Plastic utensils and film are therefore not
suitable.
SUITABLE UTENSILS FOR CONVECTION
AND GRILL OPERATION
When cooking with convection and grill, without
microwave mode, you can use the same utensils you
would use for any conventional oven or grill cookery.
Ovenproof glassware is very suitable for convection
and grill operation and also Heat-resistant china.
Pottery is generally very suitable provided that it is
glazed. Metal baking trays, tins, clips, skewers and
aluminium foil can be used as in conventional ovens.
Roasting bags can be used in convection mode. They
are not suitable for use under the grill. Please note the
maximum temperature stated on the packaging. Pierce
the bag several times with a fork on the upper surface
of the bag.
SUITABLE OVENWARE FOR MICROWAVE COOKING
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