About Utensils And Coverings - Electrolux EI30MO45GS Use & Care Manual

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Information You Need To Know

About utensils and coverings

It is not necessary to buy all new cookware. Many
pieces already in your kitchen can be used suc-
cessfully in your new Microwave Oven. Make sure
the utensil does not touch the interior walls during
cooking.
Use these utensils for safe microwave cooking
and reheating:
• g l a s s c e r a m i c ( P y r o c e r a m
Corningware
• heat-resistant glass (Pyrex
• microwave-safe plastics
• paper plates
• microwave -safe pot te r y, stonewa re and
porcelain
• browning dish (Do not exceed recommended
p re heating time. Follow ma nufac ture r's
directions.)
These items can be used for short time reheating
of foods that have little fat or sugar in them:
• wood, straw, wicker
DO NOT USE
• metal pans and bakeware
• dishes with metallic trim
• non-heat-resistant glass
• non-microwave-safe plastics (margarine
tubs)
• recycled paper products
• brown paper bags
• food storage bags
• metal twist-ties
Should you wish to check if a dish is safe for
microwaving, place the empty dish in the oven and
microwave on HIGH for 30 seconds. A dish which
becomes very hot should not be used.
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The following coverings are ideal:
• Paper towels are good for covering foods for
reheating and absorbing fat while cooking
bacon.
• Wax paper can be used for cooking and
reheating.
• Plastic wrap that is specially marked for micro-
wave use can be used for cooking and reheating.
DO NOT allow plastic wrap to touch food. Vent
so steam can escape.
• Lids that are microwave-safe are a good choice
because heat is kept near the food to hasten
cooking.
• Oven cooking bags are good for large meats or
foods that need tenderizing. DO NOT use metal
twist ties. Remember to slit bag so steam can
escape.
How to use aluminum foil in your Microwave
Oven:
• Small flat pieces of aluminum foil placed smoothly
on the food can be used to shield areas that are
either defrosting or cooking too quickly.
• Foil should not come closer than one inch to any
surface of the oven.
Should you have questions about utensils or cover-
ings, check a good microwave cookbook or follow
recipe suggestions.
Accessories
There are many microwave accessories available
for purchase. Evaluate carefully before you purchase
so that they meet your needs. A microwave-safe
thermometer will assist you in determining cor-
rect doneness and assure you that foods have
been cooked to safe temperatures. Electrolux is
not responsible for any damage to the oven when
accessories are used.