On Fri, 05 Oct 2007 17:56:43 -0700, brigmave
> wrote:

>On Oct 5, 5:23 am, Alan S > wrote:
>> On Fri, 05 Oct 2007 10:38:35 GMT, "Joan and her
>>
>> butterflydogs" > wrote:
>> >But after reading about microwaving in plastic wrap, don't do that anymore.
>>
>> Keep doing it. It's a false rumour, an urban myth:
>>
>> http://www.truthorfiction.com/rumors/d/dioxins.htm
>>
>> http://www.snopes.com/medical/toxins/cookplastic.asp
>>
>> There are some things I don't microwave in plastic wrap
>> because it may not stand up to the heat. That's why I
>> wouldn't use it for a head of cauliflower for 20 minutes -
>> but cancer is not the reason, just structural strength.
>>
>> Cheers, Alan, T2, Australia.
>
>I dont like dealing with this sticky film. So when I microwave I use
>glass casserole dishes. So easy to lift the top and add what you want
>in seasonings.

I don't mind the film in many applications, but I agree with
you for microwaving anything substantial. I use a purpose
designed microwave cooking container, or a casserole dish,
or a soup bowl with an anti-splatter cover, or even a mug
with a bit of cling-film over the top.


Cheers, Alan, T2, Australia.
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