Cooking Techniques - Oster OTM1101GBS User Manual

COOKING UTENSILS GUIDE (continued)
NOT RECOMMENDED
Glass jars and bottles -- Regular glass is too thin to be used in a microwave. It can shatter and cause
damage and injury.
Paper bags -- These are a fi re hazard, except for popcorn bags that are designed for microwave use.
Styrofoam plates and cups -- These can melt and leave unhealthy reside on food.
Plastic storage and food containers -- Containers such as margarine tubs can melt in the microwave.
Metal utensils -- These can damage your microwave. Remove all metal before cooking.
Note:
• Should you wish to check if a dish is safe for microwaving, place the empty dish in the microwave
and microwave on high for 30 seconds. A dish that becomes very hot should not be used.

COOKING TECHNIQUES

Your microwave makes cooking easier than conventional cooking, provided you keep these
considerations in mind:
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 quicker, so stir from the outside to the
center.
• The microwave will turn off when you open the door to stir your food.
ARRANGEMENT
• Arrange evenly shaped foods, such as chicken pieces or chops, with the thicker, meatier parts
towards the outside of the turntable where they receive more microwave energy.
• To prevent overcooking, place delicate areas, such as asparagus tips, towards the center of the
turntable.
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