Arcing
Covering
Shielding
Standing Time
Venting
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Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the | • Metal such as |
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oven. Arcing is caused by: | rimmed dishes. |
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• Metal or foil touching the side of the oven. | • Recycled paper towels containing small metal |
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• Foil that is not molded to food (upturned | pieces. |
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edges act like antennas). |
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Covers hold in moisture, allow for more even | Venting plastic wrap or covering with wax |
heating and reduce cooking time. | paper allows excess steam to escape. |
In a regular oven, you shield chicken breasts or baked foods to prevent
When you cook with regular ovens, foods such | Standing time is especially important in |
as roasts or cakes are allowed to stand to finish | microwave cooking. Note that a microwaved |
cooking or to set. | cake is not placed on a cooling rack. |
After covering a dish with plastic wrap, you vent the plastic wrap by turning back one corner so excess steam can escape.
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