Microwave cooking has become a popular way of preparing meals in today's fast pace world. There are many recipes circulating that allow you to prepare entire meals all within your microwave. The key to preparing your meals properly however, is to make sure that you purchase microwave safe cookware that is safe to use in a microwave oven.
Not all materials are considered microwave friendly. Some materials simply do not cook meals evenly in the microwave, while others pose potential risks if used when cooking. Fortunately, there is a large selection of microwave safe cookware to choose from, so you should have no problem finding containers that you can use in your microwave.
Glass Cookware
The most popular forms of microwave safe cookware are heat-resistant glass, ceramic glass, unglazed dinnerware, and some plastics. Choosing the right plastic can be a bit tricky, since a plastic that is too thin and flimsy can melt when microwaved and thick, heavy-duty plastic can cause damage to your microwave as well as become damaged itself when placed in a hot microwave oven.
Fortunately, since microwaving food has become so popular, many manufacturers are making microwave safe containers that are made from plastics that have been proven to do well when used in microwave cooking. When purchasing plastic containers that you plan on using in the microwave, read the package and make sure that the container specifically states that the product is indeed microwave safe cookware.
There are certain materials that should not be used in the microwave. Metal cookware, glass cookware that contains metal parts, dinnerware that is glazed and crystal or cut glass are not considered to be microwave safe cookware and should not be used when preparing your meals in the microwave. If you are planning on serving your meals in these types of dishes, you should first prepare your meal in a microwave safe container and then transfer it to your serving dish for serving.
Finding microwave safe cookware is easy. There are many styles and options available to you, so should be be able to find cookware that offers exactly what you are looking for without any difficulty. When purchasing your containers, look for the label that states it is microwave safe. And if you have any doubt as to whether a container is safe for microwave cooking or not, avoid using it and instead use a container you know for a fact is safe.
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Pyrex 6022369 Storage 14-Piece Round Set, Clear with Blue Lids Feature
- Set includes one 7-cup, four 2-cup, and two 4-cup round bowls; seven blue plastic lids
- Made of nonporous glass that won't warp, stain, or absorb odors
- Seal-tight lids ideal for secure food storage; stackable design
- Bowls safe for use in oven, microwave, refrigerator, freezer, and dishwasher
- Lids dishwasher safe on top rack; 2-year warranty on glass; made in the USA
Pyrex 6022369 Storage 14-Piece Round Set, Clear with Blue Lids Overview
Pyrex Storage 14-piece set with lids includes 4-each 2-cup round bowls with blue plastic storage covers, 2-each 4-cup round bowls with blue plastic storage covers, and 1-each 7-cup round bowl with blue plastic storage covers. Pyrex Storage products come with seal tight plastic lids for secure food storage. They are designed for reheating leftovers and convenient refrigerator storage. The durability of Pyrex Storage allows stacking for efficient space utilization. There's no substitute for Pyrex, the original glass bakeware. Introduced 90 years ago and made of a durable, high temperature material, Pyrex remains the ideal medium for safe, dependable food preparation.Pyrex 6022369 Storage 14-Piece Round Set, Clear with Blue Lids Specifications
Keep your leftovers chilled or frozen in these durable glass containers with plastic lids. The clear glass lets you see at a glance what's inside, and the stackability factor helps you neatly store dried pasta, cereal, and other items on your shelf. When you're ready to reheat those leftovers, bring to room temperature then warm in the oven or microwave. Pyrex glass is nonporous, so it won't stain or absorb food odors. And, unlike plastic containers, glass won't emit harmful chemicals during microwave use. This 14-piece storage set consists of seven round glass bowls: one large seven-cup; two medium-size four-cup; and four handy two-cup (great for lunches). Each has its own seal-tight, blue plastic lid. Incredibly durable as long as sudden changes in temperature are avoided, Pyrex glassware is safe for the oven, microwave, freezer, refrigerator, and dishwasher, and even looks good serving at the table. Please avoid using the lids in the microwave and oven, and wash by hand or on the dishwasher's top rack. Pyrex covers the glass bowls with a two-year warranty, and the lids with a one-year warranty. Pyrex glass is made in the USA. --Ann Bieri
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