Catch the wave - Extra Nutrition - microwave ovens - Brief Article

Don't get stuck waiting in line to use the toaster oven in employee kitchen just because you re unsure about the best ways to microwave your meals. Follow this guide to safer and more successful microwaving:

Use only "microwave-safe" glass-or plasticware. Avoid using metal containers and disposable plasticware that isn't microwave-approved; it can melt or leak chemicals. White paper plates are safe to use, but avoid colored ones -- the dye may transfer to the food during cooking.

Arrange food evenly on the plate. If you're heating several items together, separate them as much as possible so the food cooks evenly. Stir soups, stews, and rice and pasta dishes every few minutes to eliminate cold spots.

Cover the dish loosely to help it hold heat. Use waxed paper, white paper towels, or microwave-safe plastic wrap or glass lids. The cover should be loose, not airtight, so some steam can escape.

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