Originally Posted by AuldLangSine ➡️

Never put plastic in the microwave!
If the product comes in plastic, remove it and put it in a covered glass or microwavable ceramic container.
The heat drives the chemicals into the food.

About cleaning, that's a good tip to get a good arm angle to get it done.

Originally Posted by cavern ➡️

Learn how to use the microwave. I never have to clean mine.
Use Saran Wrap for lids and leave a small opening at one side.
Couldn't help it.

Originally Posted by Synth Guru ➡️

Here's a pic of the container.

Originally Posted by AuldLangSine ➡️

From Harvard Health Publications • Harvard Medical School

https://www.health.harvard.edu/stayi...ngerous-or-not

Microwaving food in plastic: Dangerous or not?

BPA and phthalates are believed to be "endocrine disrupters." These are substances that mimic human hormones, and not for the good.

When food is wrapped in plastic or placed in a plastic container and microwaved, BPA and phthalates may leak into the food. Any migration is likely to be greater with fatty foods such as meats and cheeses than with other foods.


The bottom line

Here are some things to keep in mind when using the microwave:

If you're concerned about plastic wraps or containers in the microwave, transfer food to glass or ceramic containers labeled for use in microwave ovens.

Don't let plastic wrap touch food during microwaving because it may melt. Wax paper, kitchen parchment paper, white paper towels, or a domed container that fits over a plate or bowl are better alternatives.

Most takeout containers, water bottles, and plastic tubs or jars made to hold margarine, yogurt, whipped topping, and foods such as cream cheese, mayonnaise, and mustard are not microwave-safe.

Microwavable takeout dinner trays are formulated for one-time use only and will say so on the package.

Old, scratched, or cracked containers, or those that have been microwaved many times, may leach out more plasticizers.

Don't microwave plastic storage bags or plastic bags from the grocery store.

Before microwaving food, be sure to vent the container: leave the lid ajar, or lift the edge of the cover.

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I think it helps to bring down the power to 70 or 80%, too.

Originally Posted by smoke ➡️

I am still a bit paranoid about microwaves in general. At this point I think we should move to newer technology.

I have not used a microwave in 2 years and to be honest, I have not missed it. I hated cleaning it. How does it even get so dirty? LOL

Originally Posted by Synth Guru ➡️

They are good for defrosting things and cooking frozen foods. The downside is that when warming up some things like bread, it causes a lot of condensation and the food becomes soggy.

Originally Posted by Karloff70 ➡️

Things to remember about the microwave: It doesn't just make sure there is nothing useful for your body left in the food you put in it (in case there was something to start) it also does actually leak radiation, so when you're stood next to it, looking in to watch your M&S spaghetti bubble away, it actually fries you too.

Best place for a microwave is the dump. Not like we're not getting enough radiation from everywhere else that's harder to avoid, is it?

Sorry, likely no one wants to hear this here, but I couldn't stop myself.....

Originally Posted by Synth Guru ➡️

They are very dangerous for people who have pace makers.

Originally Posted by Karloff70 ➡️

They are dangerous for everyone.

Have a gander....

https://www.safespaceprotection.com/...-oven-dangers/

Originally Posted by Synth Guru ➡️

Freaky stuff! Can cause cataracts!

Originally Posted by Synth Guru ➡️

Originally Posted by Karloff70 ➡️

They are dangerous for everyone.

Have a gander....

https://www.safespaceprotection.com/...-oven-dangers/

Originally Posted by Noisewagon ➡️

If I ate that, I would need a tutorial on cleaning the toilet...

Originally Posted by Lumbergh ➡️

Pseudoscientific nonsense. Author doesnt even know the difference between ionising and non-ionising radiation: basic fail, so treat the whole piece as junk ...

Originally Posted by Synth Guru ➡️

Today I was cooking some chilli in the microwave and the plastic cover popped off causing the chilli to explode in all directions.

The microwave was already dirty so I didn't really mind having to clean it but I hate doing it mind you. It's such a pain in the arse to clean the sides and specially the roof section. It always seems like I'm constantly wiping and the food debris remains and is very stubborn to clean. I used the boil a cup of water technique as well as a degreaser, yet it still did not get everything clean.

Soooo...........I discovered a great way to clean it, although is not a conventional method.

I unplugged it from the wall and put the microwave on the floor with the door facing towards the kitchen ceiling. I had great access to all the walls of the microwave. I was able to move all round it to be able to put maximum elbow grease into the wiping/scrubbing motion. Now the microwave is super clean all over!

Originally Posted by vincentvangogo ➡️

Much easier method.

Originally Posted by smoke ➡️

did they smoke the beans?

Originally Posted by Lumbergh ➡️

Tonight I will be microwavyradiating some chilli and beans that I made and froze a coupla weeks back. The horror!

Originally Posted by Synth Guru ➡️

No, the beans didn't burn they just made a mess!

Originally Posted by Synth Guru ➡️

Today I was cooking some chilli in the microwave and the plastic cover popped off causing the chilli to explode in all directions.

The microwave was already dirty so I didn't really mind having to clean it but I hate doing it mind you. It's such a pain in the arse to clean the sides and specially the roof section. It always seems like I'm constantly wiping and the food debris remains and is very stubborn to clean. I used the boil a cup of water technique as well as a degreaser, yet it still did not get everything clean.

Soooo...........I discovered a great way to clean it, although is not a conventional method.

I unplugged it from the wall and put the microwave on the floor with the door facing towards the kitchen ceiling. I had great access to all the walls of the microwave. I was able to move all round it to be able to put maximum elbow grease into the wiping/scrubbing motion. Now the microwave is super clean all over!

Originally Posted by Karloff70 ➡️

Things to remember about the microwave: It doesn't just make sure there is nothing useful for your body left in the food you put in it (in case there was something to start) it also does actually leak radiation, so when you're stood next to it, looking in to watch your M&S spaghetti bubble away, it actually fries you too.

Best place for a microwave is the dump. Not like we're not getting enough radiation from everywhere else that's harder to avoid, is it?

Sorry, likely no one wants to hear this here, but I couldn't stop myself.....

Originally Posted by Deleted c205829 ➡️

When I was a teenager my parents didn't want to cook for me and just got me microwave food. It brings back bad memories, especially that horrible tasting popcorn. I haven't heated or cooked with a microwave in over twenty five years. Cooking food is a lot of fun anyway.