How to Boil Water in the Microwave
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Instructions
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Determine the amount of boiling water needed for your task.
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Measure amount, then pour water into a microwave-safe container.
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Place the container in microwave oven.
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Set microwave on High.
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Heat water until boiling; generally 4 minutes for 1 cup; 6 minutes for 2 cups; 10 minutes for 4 cups.
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If container is hot to the touch, use pot holders to remove from oven.
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Tips & Warnings
In general, boiling water in the microwave should be reserved for projects requiring four cups of water or less.
When boiling water for tea, simply fill cup with water, put in microwave for 3 minutes, add tea bag and steep as usual.
If you are not sure what a microwave-safe container is, consult the manual that came with your microwave. Generally, it is safe to use glass.
Be careful when boiling water - use pot holders to carry the hot container and don't leave boiling water unattended.
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Comments
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This article fails to mention the dangers of boiling water in the microwave. Water can get superheated and if tampered with will explode and may cause severe burns on the face and body. To avoid this always use a container meant for microwaves and place a wooden spoon in the water BEFORE heating. When you go to take it out keep the container away from your face and body to reduce risk of injury.
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boxof100rocks
Aug 21, 2009
Recently I was advised that due to some problems with the local water supply, it was best to boil all drinking water for awhile. I found out the hard way that one should allow the water to cool prior to actually drinking it. Yowza. -
Nov 22, 2005
My sister boiled water in a microwave safe plastic cup. When she opened the microwave door, the glass turntable literally exploded, sending shards in her face. Glass was found 15 feet away from the microwave.
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Nov 22, 2005
The microwave can be a dangerous way to heat water, due to superheating. This happens when the water heats up too fast to boil properly. The water looks cool, but as soon as you remove it from the microwave, it "explodes." This can cause severe burns.
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Nov 22, 2005
My sister boiled water in a microwave safe plastic cup. When she opened the microwave door, the glass turntable literally exploded, sending shards in her face. Glass was found 15 feet away from the microwave.
