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materials you can use in the microwave oven
Browning dish
Follow manufacturer's instructions. The bottom of browning dish
must be at least 3/16 inch (5 mm) above the turntable. Incorrect us-
age may cause the turntable to break.
Dinnerware
Microwave-safe only. Follow manufacturer's instructions. Do not use
cracked or chipped dishes.
Glass jars
Always remove lid. Use only to heat food until just warm. Most glass
jars are not heat resistant and may break.
Glassware
Heat-resistant oven glassware only. Make sure there is no metallic
trim. Do not use cracked or chipped dishes.
Oven cooking bags
Follow manufacturer's instructions. Do not close with metal tie.
Make slits to allow steam to escape.
Paper plates and cups
Use for short–term cooking/warming only. Do not leave oven unat-
tended while cooking.
Paper towels
Use to cover food for reheating and absorbing fat. Use with supervi-
sion for a short-term cooking only.
Parchment paper
Use as a cover to prevent splattering or a wrap for steaming.
Plastic
Microwave-safe only. Follow the manufacturer's instructions. Should
be labeled "Microwave Safe". Some plastic containers soften, as the
food inside gets hot. Boiling bags and tightly closed plastic bags
should be slit, pierced or vented as directed by package.