Four-star face-off Nov 20, 2008
For the streusel: Melt the butter in a microwave or small saucepan, and set aside. Combine the sugar, flour, almond meal and salt. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Salty language, seasoned customers Nov 19, 2008
"James Beard said, 'Never microwave an eggplant.' That's the first thing I did when I got an eggplant," he says. "It works great! You can make baba ganoush in six minutes that way.". (The Augusta Chronicle)
Taking cranberry sauce to a new level is easy Nov 19, 2008
In a large microwave-safe bowl with a cover, combine all the ingredients. Cover, and microwave on high for seven minutes ... Replace the cover, and microwave on high for another three minutes. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Power up your potatoes with bold additions Nov 19, 2008
In a medium microwave-safe bowl, combine the cranberries and water. Microwave on high for one minute. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Twists on Thanksgiving Nov 19, 2008
Microwave on high for 20 seconds; knead. Microwave at additional 10-second intervals, kneading until smooth. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Water main break leaves U. facilities in dry spell Nov 19, 2008
The guidelines suggest boiling water in a microwave oven, which dormitory residents should have available to them in their rooms. But if students do choose this route, it is advisable to include a glass rod or wooden or plastic stir stick in the container for safety. (The Daily Targum, NJ)
For those sweet on the sweet potato Nov 19, 2008
Call: (800) 877-3400. Web Search powered by YAHOO. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
An Order of Lo Mein With a Side of Guilt Nov 19, 2008
Today I just use a microwave oven and a glass bowl with a microwave safe plastic lid which makes it perfect for storing leftovers too ... there is a huge difference between a single guy who makes lo mein twice a week but doesn't feel like bothering and walks over to a pick-up joint to go get some OR a single guy buying seventeen ingredients he otherwise doesn't use to make lo mein one time OR a single guy who decides to order lo mein from the farthest place that will still deliver, in the middle... (Slate)
Kitchen detective: Thanksgiving Q & A Nov 18, 2008
Heat the stuffing in the microwave on high power until very hot, (120 to 130 degrees) or 6 to 8 minutes. Another solution is to follow the butterflied turkey recipe above, placing the rack or broiler pan over a large disposable aluminum roasting pan filled with stuffing. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
Hey doctor, I'm waitingBut can the dude cook? Nov 18, 2008
Even more of a miracle, his dishes are made sans microwave. He didn t own one. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
What's Cooking: Try for some new holiday traditions Nov 18, 2008
Pour into 3-quart casserole dish and heat in microwave until mixture is hot. Sprinkle marshmallows evenly over mixture. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Ovens, stoves given away for free Nov 16, 2008
She had been cooking in a microwave oven, on a small burner and hot plate before this upgrade, she said. Farmworkers Margarita and Manuel Santos live on Clinton Avenue and picked up their four-burner model. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Let's talk turkey Nov 16, 2008
Before serving, reheat, covered, in the microwave. How long can I keep leftovers. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Plan now for a stress-free holiday Nov 16, 2008
Heat food in microwave if all burners are busy. Make gravy and last-minute vegetables. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Make a great Thanksgiving meal, on a budget Nov 15, 2008
You can bake, steam or microwave the sweet potatoes before combining them. Don t boil because they can take on too much water. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Vanilla Spices Up Holiday Dishes Nov 15, 2008
Alternatively, they may be reheated in a microwave. Courtesy of ARA content. (Chronicle Newspapers, VA)
'Tis the season to ring in home food safety traditions Nov 14, 2008
More than half of home cooks just reheat leftover gravy in the microwave until it's hot before serving again. New Tradition: To eliminate harmful bacteria, always bring leftover gravy to a boil on the stove before serving it. (Daily Triplicate)
Houston rings in holiday spirit Nov 12, 2008
For the ganache, microwave chocolate morsels and whipping cream in a glass bowl on medium for 2 to 3 minutes or until morsels are melted. Whisk until smooth. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
Need a sitter? Meet a sitter Nov 8, 2008
She covers infant and toddler care in her class as well as choking rescue, how to handle emergencies, answering the telephone, cooking and using the microwave, and even safe marketing strategies. You don t want to pin your name up at the local grocery store to find sitting jobs, Antonellis said. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
Tasty Dorm Food Made Easy Nov 7, 2008
"I personally like the frozen bags of corn and broccoli. While my chicken is baking in the oven, I throw a bag of vegetables in the microwave. In less than 30 minutes, you have a meal," he says. Boxed noodles and the old reliable mac and cheese are other favorites. (Pekin Times, IL)
Brandeis and Smart Balance team up to advance heart-healthy research Nov 7, 2008
The company's products include Smart Balance buttery spreads, milk, butter blend sticks, cream cheese, peanut butter, microwave popcorn, cooking oil, mayonnaise, non-stick cooking spray and cheese. For more information about products and the Smart Balance Food Plan, visit. (EurekAlert! -- Business News)
Cookbook collection on display at Allen House Nov 6, 2008
Some of the cookbooks on display were: Betty Crockers East Guide To Cooking, Betty Crockers Cooking Basics, Taste of Garden Fresh Recipes, Farm Fresh Produce, Southern Living Recipe, The Best of Country Cooking, Betty Crockers Microwave Cookbook, Betty Crockers Cookbook, Betty Crockers Dinner for Two, Betty Crockers Holiday Appetizers, Betty Crockers One Dish Meals, Better Homes and Garden Holiday Cookbook and many others. Hunter explained the use of some unusual items - a... (Atlantic News-Telegraph, IO)
Flexible schedule helps Woods score high on PAWS science Nov 6, 2008
Logan Wood, a fifth-grader, was cooking popcorn in a variety of ways -- microwave, on a burner, and in a pot. "I'm trying to find out if the way you cook popcorn affects quality," he said. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
How to Safely Store and Use Leftove... Nov 5, 2008
Defrost meats and poultry in the refrigerator or the microwave. Cook turkey until a thermometer in the breast reads 170 degrees F and the drumstick moves easily. (Suite101.com)
Autumn flavors accent pork tenderloin Nov 5, 2008
I use the microwave no ... Microwave on high 5 minutes ... Scrape out the flesh with a fork (it will come out in strands) and place in a microwave-safe bowl. (Montana Standard, MT)
• Cooking for one Nov 5, 2008
And then there are those who do some cooking at work beyond the microwave; one toasts bread in a communal toaster oven and wraps it around store-bought sausages ... It also can sit on my desk for a few hours without refrigeration, and it's best eaten at room temperature, no microwave required. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
YOU Docs: Easy ways to prevent cancer Nov 4, 2008
Do you microwave meat for one and a half to two minutes before you cook it, and throw out the juices. If yes, subtract 1 point. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Rice Helps the Heart, and the Wallet Nov 3, 2008
Heat bacon slices between paper towels in microwave according to package directions. Chop bacon and set aside. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
How the Microwave Works Oct 31, 2008
A typical microwave oven ramps up the electricity from a 120-volt wall outlet to an incredible 3,000 volts or more and safely cooks food in just a minute or two, yet it costs less than a pair of good shoes ... Although the name conjures up hardware from a questionable science-fiction movie, the sophisticated vacuum tube generates microwaves powerful enough for military radars (for which it was originally developed) ... Instead of a flame or electric coil generating heat that warms food from the... (Scientific American)
Australian Classic: The Commonsense... Oct 31, 2008
Other assistance for beginner cooks includes a list of definitions for commonly used cooking terms, tips for basic microwave use and temperature and measurement conversions charts. More advanced cooks will also benefit from the summary of basic cuts of beef, pork and lamb as well as a chart outlining appropriate methods of cooking the various cuts. (Suite101.com)
Light Shortens The Life Of Supermarket Vegetables Oct 30, 2008
13, 1998) Blanching freshly picked vegetables in a microwave not only speeds the freezing process but also maintains the foods' nutritional value better than traditional blanching. (May 16, 2007) Researchers have found that the standard British cooking habit of boiling vegetables severely damages the anticancer properties of many Brassica vegetables such as broccoli, Brussel sprouts. (Science Daily)
Research kitchen Oct 30, 2008
The food is kept frozen in carefully weighed portions, then reheated in the SelfCooking Center, producing better quality than a microwave. This type of kitchen is where the food service industry is going, Aguilar said. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Butter made seafood dish special treat Oct 30, 2008
For the meal, I took the frozen butter out of the bag, leaving it in the wax paper, and placed it in the microwave for one minute. This defrosted it a bit. (Florida Times-Union)
Pumpkin possibilities Oct 29, 2008
They can be baked, steamed, boiled, fried, and microwaved. (To microwave, cut peeled pumpkin in 2-inch chunks, place in a covered dish, and cook for 8 to 9 minutes. (Christian Science Monitor)
Post-Halloween Pumpkin Extravaganza Oct 28, 2008
In the microwave, melt butter with worcesteshire and seasonings. Drizzle butter mixture over cereal and toss to evenly coat cereal. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Review of Lean Cuisine Lemon Garlic... Oct 28, 2008
Remove the tray from its package and microwave on high for four minutes ... Add a jar of pasta sauce that you simply heat in the microwave, and you have an easy, nutritious dinner. (Suite101.com)
The Club House: Tiger Cubs learn about changing times Oct 28, 2008
All the people the scouts interviewed did not have TV, a microwave, computer or DVD player. Phones had dials and cords. (Danvers Herald, MA)
Reader Exchange: Halloween treats so good, it's scary Oct 26, 2008
Frosting: Place butter in bottom of 2-cup microwavable bowl; add chips and microwave on High 1 minute. Stir; if not completely melted, microwave another 15 seconds or so. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
101 ways to save Oct 26, 2008
Ten seconds or so in most microwave ovens will freshen stale muffins and bread items. Use the microwave to get more juice from a lemon you're about to squeeze ... If there's a microwave or fridge in the room, look for a nearby grocery store. (Republican-American)
Smart Balance to Host Webcast/Conference Call on 2008 Third-Quarter Results Oct 25, 2008
The company's products include Smart Balance(R) Buttery Spreads, Milk, Butter Blend Sticks, Cream Cheese, Peanut Butter, Microwave Popcorn, Cooking Oil, Mayonnaise, Non-Stick Cooking Spray and Cheese. For more information about products and the Smart Balance(TM) Food Plan, visit. (PR Newswire)
School lunch downright yucky Oct 25, 2008
It came in an individual sealed bag that had been thrown in the microwave. The crust was hard and it was essentially inedible. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Community Notes (Oct. 23) Oct 24, 2008
Products include caramel corn, cheddar cheese corn, chocolate caramel crunch, butter, butter light, kettle corn and mixed microwave popcorn, regular popping corn and Trails End Mix. It is transfat and diacetyl free. (Dover Sherborn Tab, MA)
Spooky specialties Oct 24, 2008
Microwave the chocolate in 10-second intervals, stirring between each, until melted. Use a toothpick to add blue food coloring, a drop at a time, to one of the bowls of chocolate. (North County Times)
Pumpkins: Fresh from the patch Oct 24, 2008
Keep warm, covered, in a low oven, or reheat later in a microwave. (Makes 3 cups puree). (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Community : Leaves are pretty much all down Oct 24, 2008
Microwave Caramel Corn ... Combine the rest of the ingredients except soda in a one to two quart microwave safe bowl ... Microwave on high, and bring to a boil. (Forest Republican, WI)
Expert Tips for Avoiding School Lunch Box Battles Oct 23, 2008
1 bag low-fat microwave popcorn ... Microwave popcorn according to package directions and empty into a large bowl. (Grants Cibola County Beacon, NM)
Readers share favorite convenience food Oct 23, 2008
Just the other day I saw a commercial about the mashed potato cubes you microwave and I honestly can't believe that it's worth it or even could taste better than a potato you can peel thin and boil and have ready in 10 minutes instead of two ... And since the microwave, this item has shot to the top of the list. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Culture : The methods of Ferran Adria Oct 23, 2008
Dishes included flexible meringues that look like timber, astonishing replica fruit, leaf-like crackers, and sponge cakes prepared with a soda siphon and cooked in the microwave. Adria walked on stage with a baguette and explained that the science that goes into creating bread or, indeed, making water boil is as mind-bending as anything that springs from his kitchen. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Uh-uh, no way: What recipe turns your stomach? Oct 23, 2008
And I'm not fond of cooking in the microwave not for from-scratch recipes. BARB LAWRENCE, LA MESA. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
How to have slow food’ your way Oct 22, 2008
Another issue with slow food is that it can live up to its name, from requiring more, and more frequent, shopping trips for fresh produce to the preparation involved in cooking from scratch vs. ripping open a microwave pouch ... Locally grown potatoes purchased at a farmers market keep for weeks and can be quickly baked in the microwave and stuffed in dozens of ways. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
A modern spin on an old dessert Oct 22, 2008
Curtin puts her Indian pudding in the microwave for about 12 minutes, and it comes out just as yummy as if she d cooked it the old-fashioned way for a couple of hours in the oven ... With the microwave version, however, you can have your Indian pudding in about a half-hour, including 20 minutes of stovetop stirring ... Alternatively, the pudding can be finished in the microwave for an English-style hasty pudding. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Taking cranberry sauce to a new level Oct 22, 2008
In a large microwave-safe bowl with a cover, combine all the ingredients. Cover and microwave on high for 7 minutes ... Replace the cover and microwave on high for another 3 minutes. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Roosevelt HS Community Recycling Day Oct 22, 2008
Items which can be collected are scrap metal (no TVs or microwave ovens), car parts, bicycles, washers, stoves, newspaper, magazines, cardboard, telephone books, beverage containers, tires (passenger car tires only), cooking oil, green waste, all kinds of batteries, cellular phones, printer cartridges, computers (one per household). All proceeds collected from this event will help benefit the Roosevelt High School Music Department. (Honolulu Advertiser)
• Meeting two food challenges: Healthy and fast Oct 22, 2008
CaBell put a low-carb tortilla between two damp paper towels to keep it moist in the microwave. In seconds, it was on the plate, topped with about half the chicken mix, a scoop of broccoli slaw, mild salsa, grated reduced-fat cheese and fat-free sour cream. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Caution: May cause death Oct 22, 2008
Microwaveable dinners spark Salmonella scare ... After 32 people in a dozen states were sickened with salmonella, the government has issued a warning urging consumers to thoroughly cook frozen chicken dinners when using the microwave ... ConAgra's web site now features a section with microwave safety tips and a link to www. (The Battalion, TX)
Now is the time for winter squash Oct 22, 2008
Because the tough guys can be difficult to cut in half, I pierce the skin a few times with a sharp knife and microwave on high for about 5 minutes. This softens the squash enough to halve without risking losing a finger. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
The Power from Within-Home EC 101 from store to kitchen Oct 21, 2008
I can pull individual packets out of the freezer and microwave for three to five minutes to have an instantly prepared meal. When everyone's hungry at the Arsenic Hour that time between 4-6 p.m. each afternoon when meltdowns tend to occur by hungry troops quicker is better. (Billerica Minuteman, MA)
Ranger House offers lessons in life skills Oct 21, 2008
The microwave dinged and Justin Peck rushed to check on the melting butter and marshmallows that were cooking inside. Grab a spoon, said Glen Fisher, teacher assistant, to the 18-year-old Peck, who was eager to help. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Basic Homemade Pudding Oct 20, 2008
This healthy microwave desert is also fast ... yet is updated with microwave methods ... Choose a microwave pan--a round glass casserole dish works well since you can see what is happening as it cooks, and handles help you take it in and out of the microwave with a potholder. (Suite101.com)
How to Cook with Fresh or Canned Pu... Oct 20, 2008
Microwave on HIGH power for 1 minute 10 seconds, or until hot and cooked. For other ways to cook oatmeal, see sub-heading. (Suite101.com)
7-Day Menu Planner Oct 19, 2008
Microwave, covered, on medium (50 percent power) 8 to 10 minutes or until hot and apples have softened. Stir occasionally. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
More homeowners remodeling, not buying Oct 18, 2008
Cooking is done in a microwave. Each night, Mary Koster said, she comes home, checking on the progress that workers are making to remodel the kitchen and bathroom. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Crash course in cooking Oct 17, 2008
So, in the age of fast food and microwave dinners, Oliver wants to recreate this revolution through his book by asking readers to learn the recipes and then pass them on to friends and family. After a brief introduction to essential kitchen appliances and ingredients for the kitchen, readers will find simple recipes for 20-minute meals, roasts, pastas, salads, breakfasts, stir-fries, curries, stews, dessert and more - all gloriously illustrated with glossy photographs. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
The inconvenient truth of quick food Oct 16, 2008
Just throw one in the microwave or toaster oven and, presto chango ... Why spend 45 minutes cooking something your kids probably aren't going to eat anyway when you can heat it up in the microwave in 90 seconds ... But microwaved pancakes. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
THE YOU DOCS Oct 15, 2008
Call me paranoid, but I refuse to use a microwave ... About 90 percent of Americans have plastic residue in their urine because they microwave in plastic (that residue is called phthalates), and its chemicals can migrate into food, especially at high temperatures ... Only plastic containers specifically designed for microwave cooking should be used. (OregonLive, OR -- News)
