Utensils for Use in the Microwave
Aluminum foil
Use for shielding only. Small smooth pieces can be used to cover
thin parts of meat or poultry to prevent overcooking. Arcing can
occur if foil is too close to oven walls. The foil should be at least
1 inch (2.5 cm) away from oven walls.
Browning dish
Use to brown the exterior of small items such as steaks, chops
or pancakes. Follow the directions provided with your browning dish.
Ceramic, porcelain,
Use microwave safe only. Do not use cracked
stoneware
or chipped dishes. Never use dishes with metal trim.
Glassware
Microwave safe only. Follow manufacturer’s instructions. Do not use
cracked or chipped dishes.
Oven cooking bags
Follow manufacturer’s instructions. Do not close with metal tie.
Make slits to allow steam to escape.
Paper plates/cups
Use for short-term cooking/warming only. Do not leave oven
unattended while cooking. Do not use recycled paper as them
may contain metal and can catch fire.
Paper towels
Use to cover food for reheating and absorbing fat. Use with supervision
for short-term cooking only. DO NOT use recycled paper towels
as they may contain metal and can catch fire.
Parchment paper
Use as a cover to prevent splattering or a wrap for steaming.
Plastic
Only use plastic marked microwave-safe. Other plastics may soften
as the food inside gets hot. “Boiling bags” and tightly closed plastic
bags should be slit, pierced or vented.
Plastic wrap
Microwave-safe only. Use to cover food during cooking to retain
moisture. Leave a small opening for steam to escape. Do not allow
plastic wrap to touch food.
Thermometers
Microwave-safe only. (meat and candy thermometers)
Wax paper
Use to cover food to prevent splattering and retain moisture.
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