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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 more quickly, so stir from the
outside to the center. The oven will turn off
when you open the door to stir your food.
ARRANGEMENT
Arrange unevenly shaped foods, such as
chicken pieces or chops, with the thicker,
meatier parts toward the outside of the
turntable where they receive more microwave
energy. To prevent overcooking, place delicate
areas, such as asparagus tips, toward the
center of the turntable.
SHIELDING
Shield food with narrow strips of aluminum
foil to prevent overcooking. Areas that need
shielding include poultry wing tips, the ends
of poultry legs, and corners of square baking
dishes. Use only small amounts of aluminum
foil. Larger amounts can damage your oven.
UTENSILS GUIDE
This section lists which utensils can be used
in the microwave, which ones have limited use
for short periods, and which ones should not
be used in the microwave.
RECOMMENDED
Microwave browning dish - Use to brown the
exterior of small items such as steaks, chops,
or pancakes. Follow the directions provided
with your browning dish.
Microwaveable plastic wrap - Use to
retain steam. Leave a small opening for some
steam to escape and avoid placing it directly
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TURNING
Turn foods over midway through cooking to
expose all parts to microwave energy. This is
especially important with large foods such as
roasts.
STANDING
Foods cooked in the microwave build up
internal heat and continue to cook for a few
minutes after heating stops. Let foods stand
to complete cooking, especially foods such as
cakes and whole vegetables. Roasts need this
time to complete cooking in the center without
overcooking the outer areas. All liquids, such
as soup or hot chocolate, should be shaken or
stirred when cooking is complete. Let liquids
stand a moment before serving. When heating
baby food, stir well at removal and test the
temperature before serving.
ADDING MOISTURE
Microwave energy is attracted to water
molecules. Food that is uneven in moisture
content should be covered or allowed to stand
so that the heat disperses evenly. Add a small
amount of water to dry food to help it cook.
on the food.
Paper towels and napkins - Use for short-
term heating and covering; these absorb
excess moisture and prevent spattering. Do not
use recycled paper towels, which may contain
metal and could ignite.
Glass and glass-ceramic bowls and dishes
- Use for heating or cooking.
Paper plates and cups - Use for short-term
heating at low temperatures. Do not use
recycled paper, which may contain metal and
could ignite.
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