General Guidelines - John Lewis JLFSMW001 Instruction Manual

General guidelines

Plastic
Many plastic containers are designed for
microwave use. Only use Tupperware
containers if they are designed for
microwave use. Do not use Melamine –
although it is heat resistant it absorbs
microwave energy and scorches. Even if a
container is microwave safe, do not use for
cooking foods high in sugar or fat. Foods
that require long cooking times e.g. brown
rice, should not be cooked in plastic. Never
cook in margarine cartons or yoghurt pots,
as these will melt with the heat from the
food. Many plastics that are not heatproof
for cooking are suitable for defrosting.
Paper
Plain white absorbent kitchen paper
(kitchen towel) can be used for covering
blind pastry cases and for cover ing bacon
to prevent splattering. FOR SHORT
COOKING TIMES ONLY. NEVER RE-USE
A PIECE OF KITCHEN TOWEL. ALWAYS
USE A FRESH PIECE OF PAPER FOR
EACH DISH.
Avoid kitchen paper containing man made
fibres. If you are using branded re-cycled
kitchen towel, check first that it is
recommended for microwave use. Do not
use waxed or plastic coated cups or plates
as the finish may melt in the oven.
Greaseproof paper can be used to line the
base of dishes and to cover fatty foods e.g.
bacon rashers to stop them splattering.
White paper plates can be used for
SHORT RE HEATING TIMES.
Wicker, Wood, Straw Baskets
Do not use these items in your microwave.
With continued use and with prolonged
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exposure they will crack and could ignite.
Do not use wooden dishes in your
microwave.
Cling film
Microwave cling film can be used for
covering food that is reheated by
microwave. It is also useful for covering
food to be cooked, but care should be
taken to avoid the film being in direct
contact with the food.
Roasting bags
Roasting bags are useful when slit up one
side to tent a joint for roasting by power
and time. Do not use the metal twists
supplied.
Aluminium foil
Small amounts of smooth aluminium foil can
be used to SHIELD joints of meat during
defrosting and cook ing, as the microwaves
cannot pass through the foil, this prevents
the parts shielded from overcook ing or
over de frost ing. Take care that the foil does
not touch the sides or roof of the oven, as
this may cause arcing and damage your
oven.
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