Paper
towels
Parchment
paper
Plastic
Plastic
wrap
Termo
meters
Wax
paper
Use to cover food for reheating
and absorbing fat. Use with
supervision for a short-term
cooking only.
Use as a cover to prevent
splattering or a wrap for
steaming.
Microwave-safe only. Follow the
manufacturer's instructions.
Should be labeled "Microwave
Safe". Some plastic containers
soften, as the food inside gets hot.
"Boiling bags" and tightly closed
plastic bags should be slit, pierced
or vented as directed by package.
Microwave-safe only. Use to cover
food during cooking to retain
moisture. Do not allow plastic
wrap to touch food.
Microwave-safe only (meat and
candy thermometers).
Use as a cover to prevent
splattering and retain
moisture.
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