Microwave Magic

Here area few ways the microwave oven can work its magic for you.

  • Preheating isn't necessary for microwave cooking —a big timesaver! Just place the food in the oven and start cooking.
  • Frozen foods defrost in minutes in the microwave instead of in hours or days in the refrigerator.
  • The microwave cooks food in less time than a conventional oven, so it uses less energy.
  • Foods can be served in the same utensils in which they are cooked. Heat soup in a microwavable mug or soup bowl rather than a saucepan; leftovers can be heated on a microwavable dinner plate.

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  • Cooking is safer than in conventional ovens because there are no hot surfaces either inside or outside the oven on which to bum yourself. That means school-age children can safely prepare their own after-school snacks in the microwave. However, remember to use pot holders as the cookware can become hot.

  • The microwave oven cavity remains cool, which means there are no baked-on spills or spatters. The oven interior can be wiped clean with a damp cloth or sponge.

  • Because microwave cooking time is short and uses little or no added water, the amount of vitamins and minerals that leak into the cooking liquid and are therefore discarded is minimal. Sauces, soups, and other liquids, most vegetables, fish, and fruits are at their best when cooked in the microwave oven.

  • Microwave cooking requires less margarine, butter, and oil —you A need only enough for flavoring.

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