Microwave Cooking for One by Marie T Smith
Shopping for Microwave Safe Dinnerware
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Care of Your Mikasa Dinnerware
Can I put Mikasa dinnerware in the dishwasher?
All Mikasa dinnerware may be placed in the dishwasher, using proper care, although
Mikasa recommends hand washing formal china. Load the dishwasher carefully so that
pieces do not bump into each other and chip. Use a reputable, non-abrasive dishwasher
detergent.
Will the dishwasher harm gold or platinum bands on dinnerware?
When washing gold or platinum banded dinnerware in the dishwasher, use a gentle cycle and
turn off the dishwasher before the drying cycle, or allow the dinnerware to cool before
handling it. The high temperature of the heated drying cycle can cause the precious metal
bands to soften.
How should I hand wash my fine china?
When hand washing china, rings and other jewelry should be removed. A soft brush or sponge
is recommended. Wash your dinnerware as soon as possible after use. Avoid using abrasives
such as steel wool or "gritty" cleansers. Wash flatware and cookware separately from
dinnerware to avoid scratching.
How quickly should I wash or rinse my dinnerware?
Coffee and tea cups should be rinsed immediately to avoid staining. Acidic foods such
as vinegar, mayonnaise, tartar sauce, and eggs can damage the glaze and the color of
china if left for long periods.
Is my Mikasa dinnerware microwave safe?
All Mikasa dinnerware without precious metal accents (24k gold or platinum) is safe
for the microwave. While using our dinnerware in your microwave will not harm the
microwave, the items may become hot. Please use caution in handling hot dinnerware.
Do not put frozen items directly on your dinnerware to heat in the microwave. The
extreme heat variation may cause the item to crack.
Can I put my Mikasa dinnerware in the oven?
Mikasa dinnerware without precious metal accents can be safely warmed or heated in
the oven. Place cool dinnerware in the oven and allow it to heat gradually when the
oven is turned on. Never place cool dinnerware in a preheated hot oven or on the burner
of a gas or electric range. This rapid heat change may cause the item to crack.
Can I put my Mikasa dinnerware in the freezer?
Allow your dinnerware to cool before placing it in the freezer to avoid thermal shock.
Hot ceramic items should not be placed directly into the freezer.
What causes small gray lines on my dinnerware?
These marks are common for stoneware with a hard glaze and are caused by residue left
by flatware. They can be easily removed with special cleansers. Mikasa recommends a
product called
Bon Ami Cleanser.
When warming food in my stoneware, at what temperature should I set
the oven? What other tips should I follow?
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Please keep in mind dinnerware is
sensitive to thermal shock, which means that extreme variations in temperature
may cause dinnerware to crack. Therefore, do not take dinnerware from the freezer
and place directly into a hot oven/microwave or take hot dinnerware from the
oven/microwave and place it directly into the freezer. A cool plate should be
placed in a cool oven and warmed slowly.
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When using the oven, set it no higher
than 225 degrees for the first 10 minutes. You may then raise the setting to the
desired temperature.
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Baking/cooking should only be done in
pieces specifically made for cooking, such as bakers, lasagna dishes and covered
casseroles.
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Handling a hot dish with a wet cloth or
setting a hot dish on a wet surface may cause it to break.
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A potholder or oven mitt should always be used when removing
dinnerware from the microwave oven.
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