Panasonic NN-CD987W manual Cookware and Utensil Guide, Paper Products and Freezer Wrap, Plastics

Cookware and Utensil Guide

Before Operation

It is important to use correct containers when cooking in a microwave oven.. The following will help you to make the right selection..

How to Test a Container for Safe Microwave Oven Use

Fill a 1-cup glass measure with water and place it in the microwave oven along with the container to be tested; heat one minute on HIGH.. If the container is microwave oven safe, it should remain comfortably cool and the water should be hot.. If the container becomes very hot, it has absorbed some microwave energy and should not be used.. This test cannot be used for plastic containers..

Paper Products and Freezer Wrap

Waxed paper, paper plates, cups and napkins should not be used for heating or cooking food by Convection, Combination and Grill.. Freezer wrap should not be used as it is not heat resistant and may melt.. Paper towels, greaseproof paper and bake paper may be safely used for short periods of time for covering or lining..

Glass, Ceramic and China

Heat-Resistant glass cookware is invaluable in microwave cooking.. Many of these items are readily available in most homes: glass jugs, mixing bowls, loaf dishes, covered casseroles, oblong baking dishes, pie plates and round or square cake dishes.. Examples of this type of cookware are Pyrex® and Corningware®..

Dinnerware can be used for microwave heating.. Many brands of dinnerware are microwave safe.. Check the care information for reference to microwave use for dinnerware and serving pieces.. If dinnerware is marked ovenproof, it frequently is safe to use in the microwave oven.. However, to be sure, check by conducting a microwave dish test..

Several types of glassware and dinnerware are not recommended for use in the Microwave Oven.. Do not use dishes with metallic trim or containers with metal parts.. Do not use cups or mugs with glued on handles, as they may fall off with continued heating.. Do not use delicate glassware.. Although the glassware may be transparent to microwave energy the heat from the food may cause the glassware to crack..

Plastics

Plastic dishes, cups and some freezer containers should be used with care in a microwave oven.. Choose plastic containers carefully, as some plastic containers may become soft, melt and scorch..

The majority of plastic dishes, even those designed for use in the microwave oven, are not suitable for cooking foods with high fat or sugar content, or for lengthy cooking time.. Most microwave plastic dishes should not be used for longer than 3 to 5 minutes on HIGH power.. These dishes, although not suitable for extended cooking, may be successfully used for defrosting or for use on lower power levels.. Cooking Bags designed to withstand boiling, freezing, or conventional heating are microwave safe.. Prepare bags according to manufacturers' directions.. When cooking by microwave, DO NOT use wire twist-ties to close bag.. They can act as an antenna and cause arcing (sparks)..

DO NOT COOK IN PLASTIC FOOD STORAGE BAGS..

Plastic Wrap such as GLAD WRAP® can be used to cover dishes in most recipes.. Over an extended heating time, some disfiguration of the wrap may occur.. When removing plastic wrap "covers" as well as any glass lid be careful to remove it away from you to avoid steam burns..

Loosen plastic but let dish stand covered..

Browning Dishes

NOTE: Browning dishes are no longer available.. This information is supplied to assist people who already own a browning dish..

Browning dishes are used to sear chops, meat patties, steaks etc.. A special coating on the bottom of the dish absorbs the microwave energy and becomes very hot.. When foods are added to the dish, the result is a seared effect.. Preheat the dish according to the manufacturers' directions.. Add food to be seared and heat according to recipe or personal preference.. Use pot holders to remove the dish from the Microwave Oven.. Do not use the browning dish on or in a conventional stove..

Remember:

Food can be covered with a loose sheet of absorbent towel to prevent splattering..

Do not attempt to deep fry in the browning dish or microwave oven as you cannot control the temperature of the oil..

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