Panasonic NN-CS89LB - Containers to Use

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Containers to Use
Choosing the correct
container is a very important
factor in deciding the
success or failure of your
cooking.
Testing Dishes for Suitability -
For Microwave Cooking Only
When unsure that a cooking container
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check by the following test:
1.
Fill a microwave safe measuring jug
with 300 ml (½ pt) cold water.
2.
Place it on the base of the oven
along side the dish to be tested. If
the dish you are testing is a large
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on top of the empty dish.
Result
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the jug will begin to feel warm. If the
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it is obviously absorbing microwave
energy.
Note
This test does not apply to plastic
or metal based containers e.g.
Le Creuset
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should not be used as they are
cast iron covered with enamel.
Oven Glass
Everyday glass that is
heat resistant e.g. Pyrex
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convection or combination
cooking.
Do not use delicate glass
or lead crystal which may
crack or arc.
China and Ceramic
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be used if they are heat
resistant. Fine bone china
should only be used for
reheating for short periods.
Do not use dishes with a
metal rim or pattern. Do
not use jugs or mugs with
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glue can melt. If dishes are
heat resistant they may be
used on convection and
combination but not directly
under the grill.
Pottery, Earthenware,
Stoneware
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dishes are suitable. Do
not use if partially glazed
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are able to absorb water
which in turn absorbs
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the container very hot and
slows down the cooking of
food.
Foil/Metal Containers
Never attempt to cook in
foil or metal
containers
on Microwave only as the
microwaves cannot pass
through and the food will
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damage your oven. Foil and
metal containers can be
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grill + convection modes
and may be used with care
during certain combination
cooking as long as they are
not damaged or dented.
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High Microwave
for
1 minute.
Quick Check Guide to Cooking Utensils