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Plastic
Many plastic containers are designed for microwave use, but do
not use for cooking foods high in sugar or fat or for foods that
require long cooking times e.g. brown rice. Only use
Tupperware
®
containers if they are designed for microwave use.
Do not use Melamine. Never cook in margarine cartons or
yoghurt pots, as these will melt with the heat from the food. If
heatproof they can be used for Convection or Combination
cooking. DO NOT USE UNDER THE GRILL.
Paper
Plain white absorbent kitchen paper (kitchen towel) can only
be used for microwave cooking e.g. covering blind pastry
cases and for cover ing bacon to prevent splattering. ONLY
USE FOR SHORT COOKING TIMES. NEVER RE-USE A
PIECE OF KITCHEN TOWEL. ALWAYS USE A FRESH PIECE
OF PAPER FOR EACH DISH.
Avoid kitchen paper containing manmade fibres.
If you are using branded re-cycled kitchen towel, check first
that it is recommended for microwave use. Do not use waxed
or plastic coated cups or plates as the finish may melt.
Greaseproof paper can be used to line the base of dishes and
to cover fatty foods e.g. bacon rashers, to stop splattering.
White paper plates can be used for SHORT RE HEATING
TIMES, on Microwave only.
Wicker, wood, straw baskets
Dishes will crack and could ignite.
Do not use wooden dishes in your microwave.
DO NOT USE ON ANY COOKING MODE.
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Containers to use
