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PLASTIC
Many plastic containers are designed for
microwave use. Only use Tupperware
®
containers if they are designed for microwave
use. Do not use Melamine as it will scorch. Do
not use plastic for cooking foods high in sugar or
fat or foods that require long cooking times e.g.
brown rice. Never cook in margarine containers
or yogurt pots, as these will melt with the heat
from the food.
PAPER
Plain white kitchen paper (kitchen towel) can
be used for covering blind pastry cases and for
cover ing bacon to prevent splattering ONLY
USE FOR SHORT COOKING TIMES. NEVER
RE-USE A PIECE OF KITCHEN TOWEL. Avoid
kitchen paper containing manmade fibres.
Check that branded re-cycled kitchen towel is
recommended for microwave use. Do not use
waxed or plastic coated cups as the finish may
melt in the oven. Greaseproof paper can be
used to line the base of dishes and to cover
fatty foods. 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
exposure they will crack and could ignite. Do
not use wooden dishes in your microwave.
CLING FILM
Use microwave cling film to cover food that is
to be reheated, or cooked, taking care to avoid
the film being in direct contact with the food.
ALUMINIUM FOIL
Small amounts of smooth aluminium foil can be
used to SHIELD joints of meat during
defrosting and cooking. As the microwaves
cannot pass through the foil this prevents the
shielded parts from overcooking or
overdefrosting. The foil must not touch the
sides or roof of the oven, as this may cause
arching and damage your oven.
ROASTING BAGS
These are useful when slit up one side to tent a
joint of meat when roasting by power and time.
Do not use the metal twists supplied.
Containers to use
