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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.
MATERIALS TO BE AVOIDED IN MICROWAVE OVEN
UTENSILS REMARKS
Aluminum tray May cause arcing. Transfer food into microwave-safe dish.
Food carton with
metal handle
May cause arcing. Transfer food into microwave-safe dish.
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 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).
Metal or metal-
trimmed utensils
Metal shields the food from microwave energy. Metal trim may
cause arcing.
Metal twist ties May cause arcing and could cause a fire in the oven.
Plastic foam Plastic foam may melt or contaminate the liquid inside when exposed
to high temperature.
Wood Wood will dry out when used in the microwave oven and may split
or crack.
Paper bags May cause a fire in the oven.
Wax paper Use as a cover to prevent splattering and retain moisture.
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.
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