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Plastic storage and food containers
-- Containers such as margarine tubs can melt in the microwave.
Metal utensils
-- These can damage your microwave. Remove all metal before cooking.
Note:
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Should you wish to check if a dish is safe for microwaving, place the empty dish in the microwave and microwave
on high for 30 seconds. A dish that becomes very hot should not be used.
Your microwave makes cooking easier than conventional cooking, provided you keep these considerations in mind:
STIRRING
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Stir foods such as casseroles and vegetables while cooking to distribute heat evenly.
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Food at the outside of the dish absorbs more energy and heats quicker, so stir from the outside to the center.
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The microwave will turn off when you open the door to stir your food.
ARRANGEMENT
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Arrange evenly shaped foods, such as chicken pieces or chops, with the thicker, meatier parts towards the
outside of the turntable where they receive more microwave energy.
To prevent overcooking, place delicate areas, such as asparagus tips, towards the center of the turntable.
SHIELDING
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Shield food with narrow strips of aluminum foil to prevent overcooking.
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Areas that need shielding include poultry wing tips, the ends of poultry legs, and corners of square baking
dishes.
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Use only small amounts of aluminum foil, as larger amounts may damage your microwave.
TURNING
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Turn foods over midway through cooking to expose all parts to microwave energy.
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This is especially important when cooking large foods such as roasts.
STANDING
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Foods cooked in a microwave build up internal heat and continue to cook for a few minutes after heating stops.
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Let foods stand to complete cooking, especially for foods such as cakes and whole vegetables.
COOKING TECHNIQUES
COOKING UTENSILS GUIDE (continued)