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USING THE MICROWAVE: Microwave Terms
Microwave Terms
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Arcing
Arcing is the microwave term for sparks in the oven. Arcing is caused by
Ŷ the metal shelf being installed incorrectly and touching the microwave walls.
Ŷ metal or foil touching the side of the oven.
Ŷ foil that is not molded to food (upturned edges act like antennas).
Ŷ metal such as twist-ties, poultry pins, gold-rimmed dishes.
Ŷ recycled paper towels containing small metal pieces.
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Covering
Covers hold in moisture, allow for more even heating and reduce cooking time. Venting plastic wrap or cover-
ing with wax paper allows excess steam to escape.
Shielding
In a regular oven, you shield chicken breasts or baked foods to prevent over-browning. When microwaving,
you use small strips of foil to shield thin parts, such as the tips of wings and legs on poultry, which would cook
before larger parts.
Standing Time
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set. Standing time is especially important in microwave cooking. Note that a microwaved cake is not placed
on a cooling rack.
Venting
After covering a dish with plastic wrap, you vent the plastic wrap by turning back one corner so excess
steam can escape.
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