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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 (
1
⁄
2
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.
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.
Oven glass
Everyday glass that is heat
resistant e.g. Pyrex
®
, is ideal
for Microwave, Convection or
Combination cooking. DO
NOT USE FOR GRILLING.
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. If dishes are heat
resistant they may be used on CONVECTION
and COMBINATION but not directly under the
GRILL.
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
on Microwave only as the
microwaves cannot pass
through and the food will not
heat evenly, it may also
damage your oven. Foil and metal containers
can be used on GRILL and CONVECTION
modes and may be used with care during
certain COMBINATION cooking as long as they
are not damaged or dented.
Quick Check Guide to Cooking Utensils
Choosing the correct container is a very important factor in deciding the success or failure of your
cooking. Testing Dishes for Suitability - For Microwave Cooking Only.
