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UTENSILS &
COVERINGS
MICROWAVE
CONVECTION
BROIL, SLOW COOK
HIGH MIX/ROAST
LOW MIX/BAKE
Paper towels
Yes
To cover for reheating and
cooking. Do not use recycled
paper towels which may contain
metal filings.
No
No
Paper, ovenable
Yes
Yes
For temperatures up
to 400°F (205°C). Do
not use for broiling.
Yes
For temperatures up
to 400°F (205°C).
Microwave safe
plastic containers
Yes
Use for reheating and defrosting.
Some microwave-safe plastics are
not suitable for cooking foods
with high fat and sugar content.
Follow manufacturer’s directions.
No
NO
Plastic, thermoset®
Yes
Yes
Are heat resistant up
to 425°F (218°C). Do
not use for broiling.
Yes
Plastic wrap
Yes
Use brands specially marked for
microwave use. DO NOT allow
plastic wrap to touch food. Vent
so steam can escape.
No
NO
Pottery, porcelain
stoneware
Yes
Check manufacturer’s
recommendation for being
microwave safe.
Yes
Yes
Must be microwave
and oven safe
Styrofoam
Yes
For reheating.
No
No
Wax paper
Yes
Good covering for cooking and
reheating.
No
No
Wicker, wood,
straw
Yes
May be used for short periods of
time. Do not use with high fat or
high sugar content foods. Could
char.
No
No
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