Containers To Use - Panasonic NN-CT555W Operating Instructions And Cookery Book

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Choosing the correct container
is a very important factor in
deciding the success or failure
of your cooking.
Testing dishes for suitability - For
microwave cooking only.
When unsure that a cooking container is
suitable for use in your microwave, check by
the following test:
1. Fill a microwave safe measuring jug with
300 ml (½ pt) cold water.
2. Place it on the base of the oven along
side the dish to be tested. If the dish you
are testing is a large dish, then stand the
measuring jug on top of the empty dish.
3. Heat on HIGH power for 1 minute.
Quick check guide to cooking utensils
Oven glass
Everyday glass that is heat
resistant e.g. Pyrex
Microwave, Convection or
Combination cooking.
Do not use delicate glass or
lead crystal which may crack or
arc.
China and ceramic
Everyday glazed china,
porcelain or ceramic plates,
bowls, mugs and cups can be
used if they are heat resistant.
Fine bone china should only be
used for reheating for short
periods. Do not use dishes with
a metal rim or pattern. Do not
use jugs or mugs with glued
handles, since the glue can melt.
If dishes are heat resistant they
may be used on Convection and
Combination but not directly
under the Grill.
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Containers to use

 Result
If the dish is suitable for microwaving, it will
remain cool, whilst the water in the jug will
begin to feel warm. If the testing dish feels
warm, do not use as it is obviously
absorbing microwave energy.
 Note
This test does not apply to plastic or metal
based containers e.g. Le Creuset
dishes, which should not be used as they
are cast iron covered with enamel.
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Pottery, earthenware,
stoneware
If completely glazed, these
dishes are suitable. Do not use
if partially glazed or unglazed,
since they are able to absorb
water which in turn absorbs
microwave energy, making the
container very hot and slows
down the cooking of food.
Foil/metal containers
NEVER ATTEMPT TO COOK IN
FOIL OR METAL containers on
Microwave only as the microwaves
cannot pass through and the food
will not heat evenly, it may also
damage your oven. Foil and metal
containers can be used on grill,
convection and grill + convection
modes and may be used with care
during certain combination cooking
as long as they are not damaged
or dented.