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Plates, cups, napkins and | 3 | For short cooking times and warming. Also |
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Recycled paper | 3 | Do not use recycled paper towels, which |
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| may contain metal and may catch fire or |
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| cause arcing. |
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Plastic |
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Containers | 3 | Can be used if |
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| Some plastics may warp or discolor at high |
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| temperatures. Do not use Melamine plastic. |
Cling film | 3 | Can be used to retain moisture. Avoid |
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| wrapping the food too tight. Take care when |
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| removing the film as hot steam will escape. |
Freezer bags | 3 8 | Only if boilable or |
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| airtight. Prick with a fork, if necessary. |
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Wax or | 3 | Can be used to retain moisture and prevent |
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| spattering. |
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Thermometer | 3 | Use only those marked “Microwave- |
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| safe” and follow the directions. Check the |
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| temperature in several places. Conventional |
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| thermometers can be used once the food |
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| has been removed from the oven. |
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Straw, wicker, and wood | 3 8 | Use only for |
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| materials can be flammable. |
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3: Recommended
37 : Use Caution
7: Unsafe
