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•Make sure all cookware used in your microwave oven Is suitable for microwaving_ Most glass casseroles, cooking dishes, measuring dishes, measuring cups, custard cups, pottery or china dinnerware which doe_ nol have metallic trim or glaze with a metallic sheen cap

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t,;yo_Ja,'_not sure it a dish is microwave-sa1_, use titi: _ast: P._acein the microwave oven both the dish you ar_ _._stit_._.3r_:.a_glass measuring cup filled with one cup e _ wa_et. Set the measuring cup of water either in or next ia the dish. Microwave 1 minute at High power, if the di_t_ heat_, tt should not be used for microwavlng° tf the dish remains cool and only the water in the cup heats, lhen the dish is mlcrowave-safe.

,P_per towels, wax paper and plastic wrap can be used i,o co}er dlshes in order to retain molsture and prevent spatterttlFj. Be sure to vent plastic wrap so steam can escape.

•Som_, mlcrowaved foods require stirring, rotating or

rearrangh_g Check the cookbook.

•_team builds up pressure In foods which are tightly cowred by a skin or membrane. Pierce potatoes, egg yolks and chicken livers to prevent bursting.

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Before placing food in dishes to cook using your m_crowave oven shelf, check to see if the dishes will fit [og_[her on or under the shelf, Also, be sure cookware is microwave-safe,

Cookware Ior heating or reheating Includes a 1-cup measuring cup, 9x5x3-1nch loaf dishes or 9-inch pie plates,

Leftovers may be placed in small individual ceramic or plastic bowls or divided plates.

Use wax paper or plastic wrap instead of lids on casseroles. Lids may add too much height to dish.

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Appropriate containers and coverings help assure good

cooking results.

Aiw_ys use microwave-sale containers and cover them witl_ lids, wax paper or plastic wrap. Wonder It it's microwave safe? Put It to the test described in Microwave Cooking Tips.

Never use tight-sealing plastic c0vers--they can

prevent steam from escaping and cause food to overtook,

,Matchtheamountoffoodtolhesizeoflhecontalnero Fill containers at least half fullo

Be sure the outside of the cooking container and the inside of the microwave oven are dry before placing food in the oven. Beads of moisture turning Into steam can mislead the sensor_

•Stir or rotate some foods after a beeping signal. See Automatic Cooking Control Guide.

Use microwave-safe casseroles or bowls for entrees and vegetables, Cover with llds that fit. If lids are not available, use plastic wrap or wax paper. Plastic wrap should be loose over food to allow for expansion. Seal by pressing plastic wrap firmly around edges.

For frozen entrees in paperboard trays, remove tray from box but do not remove film over tray. Thick entrees may take longer to cook--see guide on page 15.

For frozen foods in metal trays, remove 1ollcovering and baked goods, re.insert tray into box and close ends of

box.

Slit plastic pouches 1 inch as shown above. Break food

up thoroughly after oven stgnals_

Use oblong or square containers for chicken or corn on the cob. Plastic wrap covering should be loose over food to allow for expansion, Seal by pressing plastic wrap firmly around edges.

Paper plates--while they may be used for Time and Temperature Cooking and Defrosting, do not use them with automatic cooking. Use mlcrowave-safe plates or bowls for reheating. Cover with plastic wrap c_"wax paper.

Follow Automatic Cooking Control Guide setting for casseroles. Cover casserole meat and vegetables with sauce. Cool hot ingredients or sauces. If they are not cool, use TIME COOK.

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