How to Microwave Food Safely

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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Microwaving is a quick way to cook delicious food in a matter of minutes. Even though there is no flame involved, you should practice these safety measures while microwaving.

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Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Step1

Place meat in the microwave immediately after defrosting. The longer that the meat sits out, the more likely it will have bacteria present.

Step2

Use only microwave safe dishes. You should not use any dishes that will become damaged in the microwave or become too hot during heating. Most glass and ceramic items are safe to use.

Step3

Heat the food evenly. To do this, rotate the food several times during cooking. Certain food items, such as baby formula should not be heated in the microwave since uneven heating can result in scalding.

Step4

Test the food's temperature. Use a meat thermometer to ensure that food has been cooked thoroughly.

Step5

Take out any bones in any meat that you microwave. Bones can prevent the meat from cooking properly.

Step6

Poke holes in certain food items. Foods, such as hot dogs and potatoes, will explode in the microwave if you do not poke holes for ventilation.

Tips & Warnings

Do not use any containers that will melt during microwave heating. This includes butter tubs and Styrofoam.
Do not put any type of metal or aluminum foil in the microwave.
Don't forget to allow foods to sit for a few minutes after microwaving. This will prevent you from burning your mouth on overly hot food.