Materials you can use in microwave oven
Utensils
Remarks
Follow manufacturer's instructions. The bottom of browning
Browning dish
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
Dinnerware
not use cracked or chipped dishes.
Always remove lid. Use only to heat food until just warm.
Glass jars
Most glass jars are not heat resistant and may break.
Heat-resistant oven glassware only. Make sure there is no
Glassware
metallic trim. Do not use cracked or chipped dishes.
Oven cooking
Follow manufacturer's instructions. Do not close with metal
bags
tie. Make slits to allow steam to escape.
Use for short–term cooking/warming only. Do not leave oven
Paper plates and cups
unattended while cooking.
Use to cover food for reheating and absorbing fat. Use with
Paper towels
supervision for a short-term cooking only.
Parchment paper
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
Plastic
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
Plastic wrap
retain moisture. Do not allow plastic wrap to touch food.
Thermometers
Microwave-safe only ( meat and candy thermometers).
Wax paper
Use as a cover to prevent splattering and retain moisture.
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