Please test whether your chosen dish is suitable for microwave use if it is not stated on the dish. You can use the below test to determine if
the dish/container is suitable:
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Use a microwave safe measuring jug and fill it with 300 ml (1/2pt) of cold tap water.
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Place it on the turntable next to the dish that you wish to test. If the dish you are testing is a larger dish or container then place the
measuring jug standing inside the empty dish/container.
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Set the microwave to heat on full 100% power for 1 minute.
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If the dish or container remains cool whilst the water in the jug is getting warm then your dish/container is suitable for microwaving.
However, if the testing dish feels warm then it is absorbing the microwave energy and should not be used.
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Please note that this test does not apply to metal based container or plastic containers.
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Please note that when you use your suitable microwaving dish to heat food or liquid up then it will get warm as the heat from the food is
conducting into the dish/container.
Glassware
– Normal glass is heat resistant e.g. Pyrex® is ideal for microwaving and combination cooking. Do not use for grilling. Do not use
lead crystal which may arc or crack.
China & ceramic
– Normal glazed china, porcelain/ceramic plates, bowls and cups may be used if they are heat resistant. Fine bone china
should not be used apart from short period of reheating. Do not use plates or cups that have a metal decoration, pattern or rim. Mugs or
jugs with glued handles can not be used as the glue can melt. Heat resistant dishes cannot be used directly under the grill on grill only or
combination grill settings.
Pottery
– Only use pottery dishes if they are completely glazed. Partially or unglazed stoneware can absorb water which will then absorb the
microwave energy. This may cause the dishes to crack or burn, and will slow down the cooking speed. Only use microwave proof.
Foil/metal containers
– Do not use foil or metal containers or containers with metal handles on the microwave only setting, as the
microwave energy cannot pass through, resulting in damage to your microwave and uncooked food. Foil containers can be used on the grill
only setting. Wooden skewers should be used instead of metal skewers when microwaving. Remove paper covered wire twist-ties form bags
and packaging.
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Container and utensil guidelines
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