Collection: Microwaves
The microwave is a kitchen appliance that most of us use on a daily basis. But how much do you really know about your microwave? Here are 10 things you probably didn’t know about microwaves.
1. Microwaves were invented by accident
The microwave was invented by Percy Spencer in 1945. He was working on radar technology for the military when he noticed that the chocolate bar in his pocket had melted. Spencer realized that the microwaves from the radar had caused the chocolate to melt and he began to experiment with microwaves and food.
2. The first microwave was huge
The first microwave was called the Radarange and it was about the size of a refrigerator. It was too big to fit in most kitchens so it was mostly used in commercial settings like restaurants.
3. Microwaves are safe to use
Despite the common misconception, microwaves are safe to use. The microwaves used in microwaves are different than the dangerous microwaves used in industrial applications. The microwaves in microwaves are not powerful enough to cause any harm to the human body.
4. Microwaves cook food from the inside out
Microwaves cook food by causing the water molecules in the food to vibrate. This causes the food to heat up and cook from the inside out.
5. You can cook almost anything in a microwave
You can cook almost anything in a microwave. You can even make cake, bread, and pizza in a microwave.
6. Microwaves can be used to defrost food
You can use your microwave to defrost food. Just place the food in a microwave-safe dish and set the microwave to 50% power. The microwaves will gently defrost the food without cooking it.
7. Microwaves can be used to sterilize baby bottles
You can use your microwave to sterilize baby bottles. Just place the bottles in a microwave-safe dish and add water. Microwave the water for 2 minutes and then let the bottles sit in the hot water for an additional minute. The microwaves will kill any bacteria in the bottles.
8. Microwaves can be used to cook potatoes
You can cook potatoes in a microwave. Just prick the potatoes with a fork and then microwave them for 4-5 minutes. The microwaves will cook the potatoes and you won’t have to wait for them to bake in the oven.
9. Microwaves can be used to make popcorn
You can make popcorn in a microwave. Just place 1/4 cup of popcorn kernels in a microwave-safe dish and add 1 tablespoon of oil. Microwave the kernels for 2-3 minutes or until the popping slows down.
10. Microwaves can be used to make chocolate chip cookies
You can make chocolate chip cookies in a microwave. Just place 1/4 cup of butter, 1/2 cup of sugar, 1 egg, and 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave the mixture for 1 minute and then stir in 1/2 cup of flour and 1/2 cup of chocolate chips. Microwave the dough for an additional minute or until it is cooked through.
