No one wants to spend a bunch of money or time cooking their meals every day
. One great way to cut back on the amount of time you are in the kitchen every day is by using your microwave.
Some safety tips have to be followed.
Do not use the microwave if it is having any problems, or if you cannot get the door to close all the way.
When you cook things in the microwave they naturaly produce steam and you need to make sure the steam has a way to escape.
Never use any metal unless your microwave specifies that you can.
Make sure the dishes you use can be used in the microwave.
Always cook food for the time provided. Always begin with the lower time on the directions and then work your way up.
Then just follow some basic cooking tips.
Make sure all of your food is cut into the same size pieces.
THen make sure the food in arrange evenly.
Always be sure that you are following the the directions included on the label. If food needs to be turned, stirred, or needs to sit when it is done, then follow these directions.
If you are using a recipe that calls for softened margerine you can do this in the microwave in 45 seconds.
Many people do not realize that it is important to wrap pizza in damp paper towels. This is the best way to keep pizza crust crunchy. If you do not do this the pizza may not be very good. Make sure that the steam can get out of the paper towels. If you cook meat in the microwave it is vital to make sure it is cooked all the way. Food has a tendency to dry out in the microwave because of how it works.
Keep your microwave clean.
You can start by placing one cup of water and one quarter cup lemon juice in a container. Then cook it until it is boiling - about 2 minutes. You can wipe the microwave down with a clean dish rag after you let the water sit for about 5 minutes.