14 MICROWAVE COOKING TIPS
Cookware Guide
Microwave Cooking
Most heat-resistant, non-metallic cookware is safe for
use in the microwave oven.
Testing Cookware Before Using
1
Place the empty cookware in the microwave
oven.
2
Measure 1 cup of water in a glass measuring cup
and place it in the oven beside the cookware.
3
Microwave on 100% power for 1 minute. If
the dish is warm, it should not be used for
microwave cooking.
Cookware
Heat-Resistant Glass,
Ceramic Glass
Ceramics, China
Metal Cookware
Non Heat-Resistant Glass
Microwave-Safe Plastic
Plastic Wrap, Wax Paper
Paper Products
Straw, Wicker, and Wood
* Use only microwave cookware that is safe to 450°F
NOTE
• NEVER operate the microwave mode while the
oven is empty.
Microwave
Yes
Yes
(Do not use china
with gold or silver
trim.)
No
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes