COOKWARE

MICROWAVE-SAFE

COMMENTS

 

 

 

Dishes, Utensils

7

May cause arcing or fire.

Freezer bag twist ties

7

 

 

 

 

Paper

 

 

Plates, cups, napkins and

3

For short cooking times and warming. Also

kitchen paper

 

to absorb excess moisture.

Recycled paper

3

Do not use recycled paper towels, which

 

 

may contain metal and may catch fire or

 

 

cause arcing.

 

 

 

Plastic

 

 

Containers

3

Can be used if heat-resistant thermoplastic.

 

 

Some plastics may warp or discolor at high

 

 

temperatures. Do not use Melamine plastic.

Cling film

3

Can be used to retain moisture. Avoid

 

 

wrapping the food too tight. Take care when

 

 

removing the film as hot steam will escape.

Freezer bags

3 8

Only if boilable or oven-proof. Should not be

 

 

airtight. Pierce with a fork, if necessary.

 

 

 

Wax or grease-proof paper

3

Can be used to retain moisture and prevent

 

 

spattering.

 

 

 

Thermometer

3

Use only those marked “Microwave-

 

 

safe” and follow the directions. Check the

 

 

temperature in several places. Conventional

 

 

thermometers can be used once the food

 

 

has been removed from the oven.

 

 

 

Straw, wicker, and wood

3 8

Use only for short-term heating, as these

 

 

materials can be flammable.

 

 

 

3: Recommended

37 : Use Caution

7: Unsafe

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