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See the instructions on "Materials you can use in micro-
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wave oven or to be avoided in microwave oven." There
may be certain non-metallic utensils that are not safe to
use for microwaving. If in doubt, you can test the utensil in
question following the procedure below.
Materials you can use in microwave oven
Utensils
Aluminum foil
Browning dish
Dinnerware
Glass jars
Glassware
Oven cooking bags Follow manufacturer's instructions. Do not close with metal tie. Make slits to allow steam to escape.
Paper plates and
cups
Paper towels
Parchment paper
Plastic
Plastic wrap
Thermometers
Wax paper
Materials to be avoided in microwave oven
Utensils
Aluminum tray
Food carton with
metal handle
Metal or metal-
trimmed
utensils
Metal twist ties
Paper bags
Plastic foam
Wood
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Remarks
Shielding only. Small smooth pieces can be used to cover thin parts of meat or poultry to prevent
overcooking. Arcing can occur if foil is too close to oven walls. The foil should be at least 1 inch
(2.5cm) away from oven walls.
Follow manufacturer's instructions. The bottom of browning dish must be at least 3/16 inch (5mm)
above the turntable. Incorrect usage may cause the turntable to break.
Microwave-safe only. Follow manufacturer's instructions. Do not use cracked or chipped dishes.
Always remove lid. Use only to heat food until just warm. Most glass jars are not heat resistant and
may break.
Heat-resistant oven glassware only. Make sure there is no metallic trim. Do not use cracked or
chipped dishes.
Use for short–term cooking/warming only. Do not leave oven unattended while cooking.
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.
Remarks
May cause arcing. Transfer food into microwave-safe dish.
May cause arcing. Transfer food into microwave-safe dish.
Microwave-safe only. Follow manufacturer's instructions. Do not use cracked or chipped dishes.
May cause arcing and could cause a fire in the oven.
May cause a fire in the oven.
Plastic foam may melt or contaminate the liquid inside when exposed to high temperature.
Wood will dry out when used in the microwave oven and may split or crack.
Utensil Test:
1. Fill a microwave-safe container with 1 cup of cold wa-
ter (250ml) along with the utensil in question.
2. Cook on maximum power for 1 minute.
3. Carefully feel the utensil. If the empty utensil is warm,
do not use it for microwave cooking.
4. Do not exceed 1 minute cooking time.
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