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Choosing the correct
container is a very
important factor in deciding
the success or failure of
your cooking.
Testing Dishes for Suitability for
Microwave Cooking Only
When unsure that a cooking
con tainer is suitable for use in your
microwave, check by the follow ing test:
1. Fill a microwave safe measur ing jug
with 300 ml (½ pt) cold water.
2. Place it on the turntable along side
the dish to be tested. If the dish
you are testing is a large dish, then
stand the measur ing jug on top of
the empty dish.
3. Heat on High microwave for
1 minute.
Result
If the dish is suitable for micro waving,
it will remain cool, whilst the water in
the jug will begin to feel warm. If the
testing dish feels warm, do not use as
it is absorbing microwave energy.
Note
This test does not apply to plastic
or metal based con tainers e.g.
Le Creuset
®
style dishes, which
should not be used as they are
cast iron covered with enamel.
Containers to Use
Oven Glass
Everyday glass that is
heat resistant e.g. Pyrex
®
,
is ideal for microwave,
convection or combination
cooking. Do not use for
grilling on the wire rack.
Do not use delicate glass
or lead crystal which may
crack or arc.
China and Ceramic
Everyday glazed china,
porcelain or ceramic plates,
bowls, mugs and cups can
be used if they are heat
resis tant. Fine bone china
should only be used for
reheating for short periods.
Do not use dishes with a
metal rim or pattern. Do
not use jugs or mugs with
glued handles, since the
glue can melt. If dishes are
heat resistant they may
be used on convection
and combination but not
directly under the grill.
Pottery, Earthenware,
Stoneware
If completely glazed, these
dishes are suitable. Do
not use if partially glazed
or unglazed, since they
are able to absorb water
which in turn absorbs
microwave energy, making
the container very hot and
slows down the cooking of
food.
Foil/Metal Containers
Never attempt to cook in
foil or metal con tai ners
on microwave only as the
microwaves cannot pass
through and the food will
not heat evenly, it may also
damage your oven. Foil and
metal containers can be
used on grill or convection
functions and may be used
with care during certain
combination cooking
as long as they are not
damaged or dented.
Quick Check Guide to Cooking Utensils
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