Summer is wrapping up and between trips to the pool or beach, yard work and various summer camps, there may not be a lot of time to spend on meals. Luckily, Amana, the brand that developed the first countertop microwave, has quick, easy tips for utilizing the ultimate time-saving appliance.
Popping popcorn and heating leftovers are common uses for the microwave, but many
people don’t realize this versatile appliance can actually be used to cook an entire meal.
Some of Amana brand’s countertop and over-the-range microwave models can even
hold a 9” x 13” glass or ceramic dish, which means they can handle everything on the
menu – from fish fillets to veggie sides and even dessert.
According to a recent online survey conducted for Whirlpool Corporation by Harris
Interactive®, 55 percent of U.S. adults named the microwave as the appliance
innovation that has most impacted their day-to-day lives in the past century. The
microwave is a long-standing staple for simplifying life in the kitchen.
“Using the microwave doesn’t mean you have to serve your family frozen TV dinners,”
said Evelyn Carpenter, Amana brand microwave expert. “You can prepare a simple
gourmet dinner from start to finish if you utilize the cooking sensors and know a few key
tricks.”
When preparing large dishes, it’s best to stir or rearrange the food during cooking to
ensure even heating. The spacious models mean that even desserts, like brownies, can
be whipped up without hassle. Just be sure to shield the corners of your pan with small
pieces of foil to prevent the corners from overcooking.
Here are a handful of easy microwave meals:
• Fresh fish fillets are a great choice for a warm summer evening, and the
microwave is well-equipped to handle this menu option.
o If starting with frozen fish, use the microwave’s defrost cycle, flipping
when necessary. If your particular model doesn’t have a defrost option,
cook at 30 percent power and cover thin tails with small pieces of foil. Be
sure the foil doesn’t touch the inside walls of the oven.
o To prepare the fillets perfectly, add two tablespoons of water and a drizzle
of fresh-squeezed lemon, then cover the dish. Cook the fish at 70 percent
power for four to six minutes per pound and tuck thin ends underneath
the pieces. The fish is done when it flakes easily with a fork and is firm
and opaque. Garnish with fresh herbs, like parsley or dill.
• Steamed garden vegetables complement any meal, and the vegetable cooking
sensor on Amana microwaves helps prevent soggy zucchini and dried out
broccoli. To use this cycle, first choose between fresh or frozen vegetables.
Then, in a microwave-safe container, add two to four tablespoons of water and
cover the vegetables with vented plastic wrap or a lid. The water keeps the
vegetables moist and ensures a flavorful dish with the right amount of crunch.
The vegetable cooking sensor also prevents overcooking, which causes
vegetables to lose nutrients.
• Corn on the cob is a summer favorite for many, and Amana microwaves can
easily cook this side dish to perfection. First remove the hulks and silks from the
corn, then butter and season as desired. Next place two ears in a glass dish with
two tablespoons of water and cover with plastic wrap, leaving a corner uncovered
to allow steam to escape. Cook for six minutes on high or, for four ears, cook
eight to 10 minutes.
Microwave cleanup is just as simple as meal preparation. To remove food that has
splattered in the microwave – which can affect the smell of the kitchen – use a damp
cloth and mild soap or a water-based cleaner. Avoid using ammonia- or bleach-based
cleaners in the microwave and never spray directly into the microwave. Instead, spray
the cleaning cloth then wipe the microwave. If your microwave has a glass turntable, it
can be placed in your dishwasher for easy cleaning.
To get rid of leftover food smells, such as burnt popcorn, heat up a cup of water with one
tablespoon of lemon juice for four to five minutes, then let it sit in the microwave for
several minutes after the cycle.
For Amana brand updates and other simple tips, follow @AmanaBrand on Twitter at
www.twitter.com/AmanaBrand or become a fan of Amana brand on Facebook at
www.facebook.com/AmanaBrand.
Survey Methodology
This survey was conducted online within the United States by Harris Interactive on
behalf of Whirlpool from May 18-20, 2011 among 2,407 adults ages 18 and older. This
online survey is not based on a probability sample and therefore no estimate of
theoretical sampling error can be calculated. For complete survey methodology,
including weighting variables, please contact media@whirlpool.com.
About Harris Interactive
Harris Interactive is one of the world’s leading custom market research firms, leveraging
research, technology, and business acumen to transform relevant insight into actionable
foresight. Known widely for the Harris Poll and for pioneering innovative research
methodologies, Harris offers expertise in a wide range of industries including healthcare,
technology, public affairs, energy, telecommunications, financial services, insurance,
media, retail, restaurant, and consumer package goods. Serving clients in over 215
countries and territories through our North American, European, and Asian offices and a
network of independent market research firms, Harris specializes in delivering research
solutions that help us – and our clients – stay ahead of what’s next. For more
information, please visit www.harrisinteractive.com.
About Amana®
Established in 1934, Amana has a history of designing innovative cooking, dish, laundry
and refrigeration household appliances. With its introduction of the original countertop microwave in 1967, Amana was put on the map as a brand dedicated to bringing
convenience to consumers’ lives. Amana brand is part of Whirlpool Corporation the
world's leading manufacturer and marketer of major home appliances, with annual sales
of approximately $18 billion in 2010, 71,000 employees, and 67 manufacturing and
technology research centers around the world. For more information on Amana brand
appliances, visit http://www.amana.com.
Source: Amana
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Popping popcorn and heating leftovers are common uses for the microwave, but many
people don’t realize this versatile appliance can actually be used to cook an entire meal.
Some of Amana brand’s countertop and over-the-range microwave models can even
hold a 9” x 13” glass or ceramic dish, which means they can handle everything on the
menu – from fish fillets to veggie sides and even dessert.
According to a recent online survey conducted for Whirlpool Corporation by Harris
Interactive®, 55 percent of U.S. adults named the microwave as the appliance
innovation that has most impacted their day-to-day lives in the past century. The
microwave is a long-standing staple for simplifying life in the kitchen.
“Using the microwave doesn’t mean you have to serve your family frozen TV dinners,”
said Evelyn Carpenter, Amana brand microwave expert. “You can prepare a simple
gourmet dinner from start to finish if you utilize the cooking sensors and know a few key
tricks.”
When preparing large dishes, it’s best to stir or rearrange the food during cooking to
ensure even heating. The spacious models mean that even desserts, like brownies, can
be whipped up without hassle. Just be sure to shield the corners of your pan with small
pieces of foil to prevent the corners from overcooking.
Here are a handful of easy microwave meals:
• Fresh fish fillets are a great choice for a warm summer evening, and the
microwave is well-equipped to handle this menu option.
o If starting with frozen fish, use the microwave’s defrost cycle, flipping
when necessary. If your particular model doesn’t have a defrost option,
cook at 30 percent power and cover thin tails with small pieces of foil. Be
sure the foil doesn’t touch the inside walls of the oven.
o To prepare the fillets perfectly, add two tablespoons of water and a drizzle
of fresh-squeezed lemon, then cover the dish. Cook the fish at 70 percent
power for four to six minutes per pound and tuck thin ends underneath
the pieces. The fish is done when it flakes easily with a fork and is firm
and opaque. Garnish with fresh herbs, like parsley or dill.
• Steamed garden vegetables complement any meal, and the vegetable cooking
sensor on Amana microwaves helps prevent soggy zucchini and dried out
broccoli. To use this cycle, first choose between fresh or frozen vegetables.
Then, in a microwave-safe container, add two to four tablespoons of water and
cover the vegetables with vented plastic wrap or a lid. The water keeps the
vegetables moist and ensures a flavorful dish with the right amount of crunch.
The vegetable cooking sensor also prevents overcooking, which causes
vegetables to lose nutrients.
• Corn on the cob is a summer favorite for many, and Amana microwaves can
easily cook this side dish to perfection. First remove the hulks and silks from the
corn, then butter and season as desired. Next place two ears in a glass dish with
two tablespoons of water and cover with plastic wrap, leaving a corner uncovered
to allow steam to escape. Cook for six minutes on high or, for four ears, cook
eight to 10 minutes.
Microwave cleanup is just as simple as meal preparation. To remove food that has
splattered in the microwave – which can affect the smell of the kitchen – use a damp
cloth and mild soap or a water-based cleaner. Avoid using ammonia- or bleach-based
cleaners in the microwave and never spray directly into the microwave. Instead, spray
the cleaning cloth then wipe the microwave. If your microwave has a glass turntable, it
can be placed in your dishwasher for easy cleaning.
To get rid of leftover food smells, such as burnt popcorn, heat up a cup of water with one
tablespoon of lemon juice for four to five minutes, then let it sit in the microwave for
several minutes after the cycle.
For Amana brand updates and other simple tips, follow @AmanaBrand on Twitter at
www.twitter.com/AmanaBrand or become a fan of Amana brand on Facebook at
www.facebook.com/AmanaBrand.
Survey Methodology
This survey was conducted online within the United States by Harris Interactive on
behalf of Whirlpool from May 18-20, 2011 among 2,407 adults ages 18 and older. This
online survey is not based on a probability sample and therefore no estimate of
theoretical sampling error can be calculated. For complete survey methodology,
including weighting variables, please contact media@whirlpool.com.
About Harris Interactive
Harris Interactive is one of the world’s leading custom market research firms, leveraging
research, technology, and business acumen to transform relevant insight into actionable
foresight. Known widely for the Harris Poll and for pioneering innovative research
methodologies, Harris offers expertise in a wide range of industries including healthcare,
technology, public affairs, energy, telecommunications, financial services, insurance,
media, retail, restaurant, and consumer package goods. Serving clients in over 215
countries and territories through our North American, European, and Asian offices and a
network of independent market research firms, Harris specializes in delivering research
solutions that help us – and our clients – stay ahead of what’s next. For more
information, please visit www.harrisinteractive.com.
About Amana®
Established in 1934, Amana has a history of designing innovative cooking, dish, laundry
and refrigeration household appliances. With its introduction of the original countertop microwave in 1967, Amana was put on the map as a brand dedicated to bringing
convenience to consumers’ lives. Amana brand is part of Whirlpool Corporation the
world's leading manufacturer and marketer of major home appliances, with annual sales
of approximately $18 billion in 2010, 71,000 employees, and 67 manufacturing and
technology research centers around the world. For more information on Amana brand
appliances, visit http://www.amana.com.
Source: Amana
This blog is brought to you by Atlanta Appliance Repair. Attempting to repair a refrigerator without proper training and safety standards is dangerous. Appliances should only be repaired by skilled professionals who have the knowledge and experience to safely bring them out of disrepair. Repairs performed by unqualified people risk serious injury or even death. A relatively small outlet can easily carry the current needed to kill a person.
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