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prevent overcooking of exposed areas.
Using too much foil can damage your oven,
so be careful.
·
Ceramic, porcelain, and stoneware
—
Use
these if they are labeled “Microwave Safe”.
If they are not labeled, test them to make sure
they can be used safely.
·
Plastic
—
Use only if labeled “Microwave
Safe”. Other plastics can melt.
·
Straw, wicker, and wood
—
Use only for
short-term heating, such as warming dinner
rolls for a few seconds. Baskets and bowls
may be flammable.
Not Recommended
·
Glass jars and bottles
—
Regular glass is too
thin to be used in a microwave. It can
shatter and cause damage and injury.
·
Paper bags
—
These are a fire hazard,
except for popcorn bags that are designed for
microwave use.
Styrofoam plates and cups
—
These can
melt and leave an unhealthy residue on food.
·
Plastic storage and food containers
—
Containers such as margarine tubs can melt
in the microwave.
·
Metal utensils
—
These can damage your
oven. Remove all metal before cooking.
Note:
Should you wish to check if a dish is safe
for microwaving, place the empty dish in
the oven and microwave on HIGH for 30
seconds. A dish which becomes very
hot should not be used.
