10 Foods and Other Things You Should Never Microwave

Our microwave has become a kitchen staple, we use it to heat, defrost, cook, and convenience-our-way through many meals. But despite how handy it is, there are some items you simply should not microwave if you want to keep both your food safe and your appliance intact. Here’s a list of ten things you should steer clear of zapping in the microwave.

1. Sauce without a lid

Heating sauce in an uncovered container may not seem dangerous, but it’s one of those kitchen mis-steps that leads to a mess. The steam and bubbling from the sauce can cause it to splatter all over the microwave’s interior, hours of cleanup may follow. Better to cover the container or transfer the sauce to a safe dish before heating.