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Choosing the Right Microwave Container

  • Choosing the Right Microwave Container
  • Choosing the Right Microwave Container
  • Choosing the Right Microwave Container
  • Only use cookware specially manufactured for use in the microwave oven. Glass, ceramic containers, and all plastics should be labeled for microwave oven use.
  • Always prefer microwavable glass containers to plastic to avoid plastic Nanometre particle transfer.
  • Never use plastic storage containers such as margarine tubs, take-out containers, whipped topping bowls, and other one-time use containers for cooking or reheating food in your microwave. These containers are not heat-resistant and can melt, possibly leaching harmful chemicals into your diet.
  • Microwave plastic wraps, wax paper, cooking bags, parchment paper, and white microwave-safe paper towels should be safe to use. Never use thin plastic storage bags, brown paper or plastic grocery bags, or aluminum foil in the microwave.
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