Containers To Use - Panasonic inverter NN-ST450W Operating Instructions & Cook Book

Choosing the correct container is a very important factor in deciding the success or failure of your cooking.
Testing Dishes for Suitability
Quick check guide to cooking utensils
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Containers to use

When unsure that a cooking con tainer is
suitable for use in your microwave, check by
the follow ing test:
1. Fill a microwave safe measur ing jug with
300ml ( ½ pt) cold water.
2. Place it on the turntable along side the
dish to be tested. If the dish you are
testing is a large dish, then stand the
measur ing jug on top of the empty dish.
3. Heat on HIGH power for
1 minute.
Oven glass
Everyday glass that is heat resistant e.g.
pyrex® ® , is ideal. Do not use delicate
glass or lead crystal, which may crack or
arc.
China and ceramic
Everyday glazed china, porcelain or
ceramic plates, bowls, mugs and cups
can be used if they are heat resis tant.
Fine bone china should only be used for
reheating for short periods. Do not use
dishes with a metal rim or pattern. Do not
use jugs or mugs with glued handles,
since the glue can melt.
Result
If the dish is suitable for micro waving, it will
remain cool, whilst the water in the jug will
begin to feel warm. If the testing dish feels
warm, do not use as it is obvious ly absorbing
microwave energy.
N.B. This test does not apply to plastic or
metal based con tainers e.g. Le Creuset
style dishes, which should not be used as
they are cast iron covered with enamel.
Pottery, earthenware, stoneware
If completely glazed, these dishes are
suitable. Do not use if partially glazed or
unglazed, since they are able to absorb
water which in turn absorbs microwave
energy, making the container very hot and
slows down the cooking of food.
Foil/metal containers
NEVER ATTEMPT TO COOK IN FOIL OR
METAL con tai ners. The microwaves
cannot pass through and the food will not
heat evenly, it may also damage your
oven.
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