
Cookware guide
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| • | Plates, cups, | ✓ | 
 | For short cooking times and warming. Also to | |
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| • | Recycled paper | ✗ | 
 | May cause arcing. | 
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| • | Containers | ✓ | 
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 | Some other plastics may warp or discolour | |
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 | at high temperatures. Do not use Melamine | |
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| • | Cling film | ✓ | 
 | Can be used to retain moisture. Should not | |
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 | film as hot steam will escape. | |
| • | Freezer bags | ✓✗ | 
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| Wax or  | ✓ | 
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| ✓ | : Recommended | ✓✗ | : Use caution | ✗ : Unsafe | |
Cookware guide