How to Safely Cook in a Ziploc Bag
Ziploc Zip 'n Steam Microwave Cooking Bags allow you to safely and conveniently prepare meals. These bags have vents that let air out so the microwave can cook your food thoroughly and evenly under pressure. With Ziploc cooking bags, you can prepare meals in advance, place the ingredients in the bag and pop the bag in the microwave for a few minutes when you are ready to eat. This reduces preparation and cleanup time. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
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Insert the food and any powdered seasonings and/or dried herbs into a Ziploc Zip 'n Steam Microwave Cooking Bag and tightly seal the bag. Add 1 tbsp. of water if you are steaming vegetables.
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Spread the items in the bag around so they form an even layer. Do not overlap meat pieces in the bag.
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Place the bag in the microwave, making sure that the top side is facing up.
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Adjust the microwave settings according to the cooking guidelines on the bag. This varies depending on the items you want to cook.
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Press the start button on the microwave to begin cooking. The bag will expand and produce a whistling sound. When the microwave finishes cooking, let the food cool for one minute.
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Hold the bag up by the top, keeping it away from your body. Open the bag with care because hot steam may escape.
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Add liquid ingredients and fresh herbs to the food.
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Tips & Warnings
Cut food into equally sized pieces to promote even cooking.
Lay a paper towel under the bag to absorb any moisture that escapes.
Do not cook the food for longer than 15 minutes.
Do not cook the contents of the bag in a conventional oven, under browning elements or on stovetop.
Do not cook foods high in fat or sugar in Ziploc Zip 'n Steam Microwave Cooking Bags.
