Cookware Guide And Cooking Tips - Bosch HMB402 Use And Care Manual

BoschHMBOvenUseandCareManual Microwave Operation
Cookware Guide and Cooking Tips
Most heat-resistant, non-metallic cookware is safe for use in your microwave oven. However, to test cookware
before using, follow these steps:
1. Place the empty cookware in the microwave oven.
2. Measure 1 cup of water in a glass-measuring cup and place cup in the oven next to the cookware.
3. Microwave on 100% power for 1 minute. If the dish is warm, it should not be used for microwave cooking.
Utensils Recommended for Microwave
, Ovenproof Glass (Pyrex ¢)
, Glass ceramic (i.e. Pyroceram ®,Coming Ware _>)
, China and other dishes without metallic trim
, Microwave-safe pottery, stoneware, porcelain
, Microwave-safe paper plates, paper cups, pa-
per napkins, paper towels, waxed paper. Refer
to the manufacturer's label for use of any pa-
per product in the microwave oven.
, Browning dish - Follow manufacturers directions
for preheating dish.
, Plastic Wrap - use wraps specifically labeled
for the microwave; use during cooking and re-
heating. DO NOT allow plastic wrap to touch
food.
, Straw, wicker and wood - use for reheating only
at a low serving temperature.
Covering Foods During Cooking
Paper towels are good for covering food during
reheating or to absorb fat when cooking bacon.
Wax paper or parchment paper can be used for
cooking and reheating.
Plastic wrap that is specifically labeled for micro-
wave use. Do not allow plastic wrap to touch the
food and vent so steam can escape.
Microwave-safe oven cooking bags are good for
aiding in tenderizing meats and other foods. Do
not use metal twist tie that may be provided with
bag. Slit bag so steam can escape.
Microwave-safe lids. Vent as needed.
Small pieces of foil may be used to prevent over
cooking, such as for shielding poultry legs and
wings or corners of brownies in a square or rect-
angle baking dish. Note that aluminum foil should
be at [east one inch from any surface of the mi-
crowave
oven,
Microwave Accessories
Many microwave accessories are available in the mar-
ket. However, Bosch Ois not responsible for any dam-
age to the oven or to oven parts when microwave
accessories are used.
Not Recommended for Microwave Oven
Metal utensils, metal pans and metal bakeware
Metal skewers
Metal thermometers
Foil trays
Glass that is not heat-resistant
Food carton with metal handle (i.e. take-out
carton)
Non-microwave-safe plastics (i,e, margarine tubs)
Styrofoam containers or cups
Metal or non-microwave-safe plastic commuter
beverage containers
Metal twist ties
Metal-trimmed or metal-banded dinnerware, cas-
serole dishes, etc.
The Coming Company recommends that you do
not use Centura _"tableware and some Core[[e _"
closed-handle cups for microwave cooking.
Food storage bags
Recycled paper products
Brown paper bags
Avoid large sheets of aluminum foil as it wi[[ hinder
cooking and may cause arcing.
Tips for Cooking in the Microwave
Arrange food in a circular pattern with the thick-
est areas toward the outside of dish.
Most foods wi[[ cook and reheat more evenly when
covered.
Pierce or score foods with skins or membranes
allowing steam to escape.
Stir foods from the outer edges toward center of
utensil or turn over once during cooking.
Allow foods to stand to complete cooking before
serving. Some foods, such as meats, wi[[ require
covering during standing time.
Avoid adding extra cooking time. First check for
aloneness of foods. Watch for signs indicating that
cooking temperatures have been reached:
Food is steaming
Poultry thigh joints are easy to move
Fish flakes easily with a fork
Baked items wi[[ cook more during standing time.
Foods should not be served immediately; remem-
ber the required standing time.
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