GLASSW
ARE/CERAMIC
(HEA
T RESIST
ANT)
MET
AL COOKW
ARE
PLASTIC WRAP/
OVEN BAGS
ALUMINIUM FOIL
STRA
W AND WOOD
P
APER
PLASTIC COOKW
ARE
MICROW
A
VE SAFE
BROWNING DISH
THERMOMETERS
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MICROW
A
VE SAFE
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CONVENTIONAL
GLASSW
ARE
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Ordinary glass is not suitable for cooking but may be used for short periods for heating foods.
CERAMIC
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Most ovenproof china, and ceramics, are suited.
•
A
void dishes that are decorated with gold or silver leaf.
•
A
void using antique pottery
.
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If unsure, check with the manufacturer
.
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Metal cookware should be avoided when cooking in the microwave oven.
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Microwave energy is refl
ected by metal.
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Plastic wrap can be used to cover food.
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Some shrinkage of the wrap may occur
, over an extended cooking time.
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When removing wrap, lift it in such a way to avoid steam burns.
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Do not tie oven bags with metal twist ties, substitute with string.
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For cooking food with high fat content, do not bring the wrap in contact with the food as it may melt.
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Small amounts may be used to shield certain parts of meat and fi
sh when cooking or defrosting.
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Remove food in foil trays, if possible, and place in a microwave safe dish.
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If not possible, place the foil tray onto a heat proof plate allowing 2.5 cm between the walls of the oven.
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Excessive over heating of these materials may cause a fi
re in the microwave oven.
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Paper towels and waxed paper are suitable to use to prevent splatters.
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These are suitable for use when reheating foods or for short cooking times.
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Ideal for cooking, reheating and defrosting.
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Some microwave safe plastic cookware are not suitable for cooking foods with high fat and sugar content.
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Ensure that the preheating time of the dish is not exceeded.
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Ensure that a microwave heat proof dinner plate or suitable insulator be placed between the turntable and the browning
dish.
YES
NO
YES
FOR
SHIELDING
NO
YES
YES
YES
YES
NO
MICROW
A
VE
SAFE ONL
Y
Advice
Use
Utensil
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COOKING AND UTENSIL GUIDE
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