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Cookware Microwave safe Remarks
Aluminium foil
Can be used in small quantities to prevent certain parts
of the dish from overcooking. Arcing can occur if the foil
is too close to the oven wall or if too much foil is used.
Porcelain and
earthenware
Porcelain, earthenware, glazed earthenware and ivory
porcelain are usually suitable, unless they have a metal
edge.
Disposable crockery
made from polyester
or cardboard
Frozen meals are sometimes packaged in disposable
tableware.
Fast food packaging
•
Polystyrene cups
•
Paper bags or
newspaper
•
Recycled paper
or metal edges
Can be used to warm up dishes.
Polystyrene can melt if it overheats.
Can catch fi re.
Can cause arcing.
Glassware
•
Oven dishes
•
Fine glassware
•
Glass jars
Can be used, unless it has a metal edge.
Can be used to warm up dishes or liquids. Thin glass can
break or shatter with sudden heating.
The lid must be removed. Only suitable for warming.
Metal
Can cause arcing or fi re.
Paper
•
Plates, cups,
kitchen paper
•
Recycled paper
For short cooking times and warming. For absorbing
excess moisture.
Can cause arcing.
Plastic
Especially heat-resistant thermoplastic material.
Other types of plastic can warp or discolour at high
temperatures. Do not use melamine plastic.
Can be used to hold moisture.
May not touch the food.
Be careful when you remove the fi lm; hot steam can escape.
Only if boil-proof or ovenproof. Must not be airtight.
If necessary, prick it with a fork.
: Recommended
: Careful
: Unsafe
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