Sharp MICROWAVE DRAWER SMD2489ES Operation Manual page 10

INFORMATION YOU NEED TO KNOW
ABOUT FOOD IN THE MICROWAVE
FOODS
eggs, sausages, • Puncture egg yolks before cooking to prevent burst-
fruits and ing.
vegetables • Pierce skins of potatoes, apples, squash, hot dogs and
sausages so steam escapes.
popcorn • Use popcorn specially packaged for microwave
cooking.
• Listen for the popping of corn to slow to 1 or 2
seconds between pops to avoid overcooking.
• Use the special Popcorn feature by touching the
POPCORN pad.
baby food • Transfer baby food to a small dish and heat carefully,
stirring often.
• Check temperature before serving. Test temperature
of bottles on your wrist before serving.
• Attach nipples to bottles AFTER heating. Shake well
before serving.
general • Cut filled baked goods after heating to release steam.
• Stir liquids briskly before and after heating to avoid
eruption.
• Use a deep bowl when cooking liquids and cereals
to prevent boil-overs. Refer to the height of the side
walls of the Sharp Microwave Drawer
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DO NOT
• DO NOT cook eggs in shells.
• DO NOT reheat whole eggs.
• DO NOT dry nuts or seeds in shells.
• DO NOT pop corn in regular brown paper bags
or glass bowls.
• DO NOT exceed the maximum cooking time
listed in the package instructions.
• DO NOT heat disposable bottles.
• DO NOT heat bottles with nipples attached.
• DO NOT heat baby food in original jars.
• DO NOT heat or cook in closed glass jars or
airtight containers.
• DO NOT use the microwave for canning, as
harmful bacteria may not be destroyed.
• DO NOT deep-fat fry in the microwave.
• DO NOT dry wood, gourds, herbs or wet papers.