15
HINTS AND TIPS
MICROWAVE SAFE COOKWARE
Cookware Microwave
safe Comments
Aluminium foil/
containers
3 / 7Small pieces of aluminium foil can be used to shield food from
overheating. Keep foil at least 2 cm from the oven walls, as
arcing may occur. Foil containers are not recommended unless
specified by the manufacturer. Follow instructions carefully.
China and ceramics 3 / 7Porcelain, pottery, glazed earthenware and bone china are
usually suitable, except for those with metallic decoration.
Glassware
e.g. Pyrex ®
3Care should be taken if using fine glassware as it can break or
crack if heated suddenly.
Metal 7It is not recommended to use metal cookware when using
microwave power as it will arc, which can lead to fire.
Plastic/polystyrene e.g.
fast food containers
3Care must be taken as some containers warp, melt or discolour
at high temperatures.
Freezer/roasting bags 3Must be pierced to let steam escape. Ensure bags are suitable
for microwave use. Do not use plastic or metal ties, as they may
melt or catch fire due to the metal arcing.
Paper-plates, cups and
kitchen paper
3Only use for warming or to absorb moisture. Care must be taken
as overheating may cause fire.
Straw and wooden
containers
3Always attend the oven when using these materials as
overheating may cause fire.
Recycled paper and
newspaper
7May contain extracts of metal which will cause arcing and may
lead to fire.
