Beyond Microwace Oven Manuel D’Utilisation

Microwave Oven Owner’s Manual

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•   The edge of the cooking container gets more microwave 
energy than the center. So, place the densest part of the food 
(broccoli stem, for example) near the outside, and the less 
dense part (broccoli head) towards the center.

•   Covering food while cooking will reduce cooking time, 
reduce splattering, and help to keep food moist.

•   For best results, use a fork to pierce foods with a skin or 
membrane (for example: potatoes, tomatoes, sausages, egg 
yolks) to prevent steam from building up during cooking.

•   Always allow food cooked in the microwave to stand for a 
short period of time before serving. This allows the heat to dis-
perse evenly throughout the food.

•   The size and shape of a container will influence the cook-
ing time. Food prepared in a narrow and shallow casserole 
will cook more quickly than the same amount of food prepared 
in a taller container. Since microwaves penetrate from all 
sides, round shapes cook more evenly

•   Arrange frozen food item on a microwave-safe plate like 
the spokes of a wheel and leave the center open.

•   Allow space between foods when arranging on plate 
before microwaving.

•   Use a large 10-½ inch microwave-safe plate to allow room 
between foods.

•   Use microwave-safe paper towels, paper plates, dishes 
and bowls.

•   Use oven mitts when removing dishes and food from the 
microwave after cooking.