Samsung ME8123ST/SLI manual Cooking techniques, Not recommended, Testing utensils, Recommended

Not recommended

•Glass jars and bottles - Regular glass is too thin to be used in a microwave, and can shatter.

•Paper bags - These are a fire hazard, except for popcorn bags that are designed for microwave use.

•Styrofoam plates and cups - These can melt and leave an unhealthy residue on food.

•Plastic storage and food containers - Containers such as margarine tubs can melt in the microwave.

•Metal utensils - These can damage your oven. Remove all metal before cooking.

Testing utensils

If you are not sure whether a dish is microwave-safe or not, you can perform this test:

1.Fill a 1 cup glass measuring cup with water and put

it inside your oven, next to the dish you want to test.

2.Press the One Minute+ button once to heat them for one minute at High power.

The water should be warm and the dish you are testing should be cool. If the dish is warm, then it is absorbing microwave energy and is not acceptable for use in the microwave.

Cooking techniques

Recommended

Stirring

Stir foods such as casseroles and vegetables while cooking to distribute heat evenly. Food at the outside of the dish absorbs more energy and heats more quickly, so stir from the outside to the center. The oven will turn off when you open the door to stir your food.

Arrangement

Arrange unevenly shaped foods, such as chicken pieces or chops, with the thicker, meatier parts toward the outside of the turntable where they receive more microwave energy. To prevent overcooking, place thin or delicate parts toward the center of the turntable.

Shielding

Shield food with narrow strips of aluminum foil to prevent overcooking. Areas that need shielding include poultry wing-tips, the ends of poultry legs, and corners of square baking dishes. Use only small amounts of aluminum foil. Larger amounts can damage your oven.

Turning

Turn foods over midway through cooking to expose all parts to microwave energy. This is especially important with large items such as roasts.

Standing

Foods cooked in the microwave build up internal heat and continue to cook for a few minutes after the oven stops. Let foods stand to complete cooking, especially foods such as roasts and whole vegetables. Roasts need this time to complete cooking in the center without overcooking the outer areas. All liquids, such as soup or hot chocolate, should be shaken or stirred when cooking is complete. Let liquids stand a moment before serving. When heating baby food, stir well and test the temperature before serving.

Adding moisture

Microwave energy is attracted to water molecules. Food that is uneven in moisture content should be covered or allowed to stand so that the heat disperses evenly. Add a small amount of water to dry food to help it cook.

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