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Microwave hints
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Always keep the oven clean – avoid
spill-overs and do not forget to clean
under the glass tray and the inside of
the door.
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Preferably use round or oval casseroles
with a lid when cooking in your micro-
wave oven.
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Do not use metal or metal decorated
casserole dishes. Certain plastic
materials can melt and be warped by
hot food.
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Cover the food when cooking. Use a
glass lid, a plate or grease-proof
paper.
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Pastry, bread and the like can be
defrosted directly in a bread basket or
on a paper towel.
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If frozen food is heated in its packa-
ging, the packaging should be opened.
Packaging containing metal or metal
decoration must not be used unless
specifically recommended for use in
the microwave. Remove metal clips
and wire ties.
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Smaller pieces of aluminium foil can
be used to cover parts that easily
overcook such as chicken legs.
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Food with peel or skin should be pierced
with a fork – e.g. potatoes and sau-
sages. Do not boil eggs in the micro-
wave oven as they can explode.
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Put large, thick pieces close to the
edge of the casserole and try to cut
the food into even-sized pieces.
Always place the food in the centre of
the oven.
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The food will be more evenly cooked if
you stir or turn it regularly.
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Always set a shorter cooking time
than indicated in your recipe to avoid
overcooking. The larger the amount of
food the longer it takes.
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Use little or no water for vegetables.
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Use less salt and spices than with tradi-
tional cooking methods.
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Season at the end of the programme.
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Allow a few minutes 'standing time'
after the oven has switched off to
ensure complete and even cooking
results.
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Always ensure food is piping hot
throughout before serving.
•
Use gloves when taking dishes and
food from the oven.
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