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