{"id":4434,"date":"2021-05-19T14:46:33","date_gmt":"2021-05-19T14:46:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/alternatech.net\/?p=4434"},"modified":"2021-05-19T15:19:02","modified_gmt":"2021-05-19T15:19:02","slug":"20-handyful-microwave-hacks-that-will-change-your-cooking-life-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/20-handyful-microwave-hacks-that-will-change-your-cooking-life-2\/","title":{"rendered":"20 Handyful Microwave Hacks That Will Change Your Cooking Life"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>If you&rsquo;re only using your microwave to heat up the food, you&rsquo;re tapping just a fraction of its potential. Your microwave can do more things than you thought. Here&rsquo;s a list of 20 microwave hacks that will change your cooking life.\n<h4>1. Reduce onion tears\n</h4><p><img fetchpriority='\"high\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"size-full' wp-image-4392 src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/05%5C/micro2.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"640\"' height='\"449\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/micro2.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><p>No more crying! Before you chop onions, place the whole onion in the microwave for 45 seconds. By heating the onion before cutting it, you help break down the chemicals that cause your tears.\n</p><h4>2. Bake a dessert\n</h4><p><img decoding='\"async\"' class='\"size-full' wp-image-4403 aligncenter src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/05%5C/micro21.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"1024\"' height='\"682\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/micro21.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><p>Craving something sweet but don\u2019t want to sacrifice time\u2014or wash all the dishes? Use your microwave to make a pan of oatmeal bars. You only need a handful of ingredients and about 10 minutes!\n</p><h4>3. Cook scrambled eggs\n</h4><p><img decoding='\"async\"' class='\"size-large' wp-image-4404 aligncenter src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/05%5C/micro31-1024x576.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"1024\"' height='\"576\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/micro31-1024x576.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><p>If you\u2019re in a pinch for a quick and delicious breakfast, zap some scrambled eggs. Simply beat two eggs, two tablespoons of milk, and a pinch of salt and pepper in a microwave-safe bowl. It only takes a couple of minutes to make an easy plate of scrambled eggs.\n</p><h4>4. Peel garlic\n</h4><p><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"size-large' wp-image-4394 aligncenter src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/05%5C/micro4-1024x768.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"1024\"' height='\"768\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/micro4-1024x768.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><p>Vampires, beware! Peeling garlic doesn\u2019t have to be a daunting task. Pop a full bulb in the microwave for 20 seconds to soften it, making peeling effortless. The cloves will slide right out of their skins with no mess or sticky, smelly garlic juices.\n</p><h4>5. Help bread dough rise\n</h4><p><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"size-large' wp-image-4395 aligncenter src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/05%5C/micro5-1024x768.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"1024\"' height='\"768\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/micro5-1024x768.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><p>There are few greater joys in life than smelling (and eating!) freshly baked bread. But bread needs a warm place to rise, which can be a tricky feat in the cold-weather months. Here\u2019s a quick fix: Try microwaving a bowl of water for two minutes, then place your bread inside the microwave with the warm bowl of water. Tada! It\u2019s the perfect condition for your bread to double in size.\n</p><h4>6. Make a foamy latte\n</h4><p><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"size-full' wp-image-4396 aligncenter src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/05%5C/micro6.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"640\"' height='\"426\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/micro6.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><p>Fancy a foamy latte? Be your own at-home barista, no frother necessary. Fill a glass jar halfway with milk and microwave for one minute until hot. Screw on the lid and shake vigorously for 30 seconds, pour the milk into a mug, add espresso and enjoy.\n</p><h4>7. Squeeze more citrus juice\n</h4><p><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"size-full' wp-image-4397 aligncenter src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/05%5C/micro7.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"636\"' height='\"358\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/micro7.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><p>Get every last drop out of lemons, limes, oranges, and grapefruits. If a recipe calls for citrus juice, zap the fleshy fruit in the microwave for about 10 to 20 seconds. Then, slice it in half and squeeze it away. Easy-peasy-lemon-squeezy!\n</p><h4>8. Revive stale bread\n</h4><p><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"size-full' wp-image-4393 aligncenter src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/05%5C/micro3.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"640\"' height='\"508\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/micro3.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><p>Make that bread good as new. Wrap stale bread in a damp paper towel, place it on a microwave-safe dish, and microwave on high for 10 seconds. You can also put a glass of water in the microwave with the bread for more softness.\n</p><h4>9. Toast nuts\n</h4><p><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"size-full' wp-image-4398 aligncenter src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/05%5C/micro8.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"600\"' height='\"450\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/micro8.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><p>Nuts are toasted more evenly in the microwave than in the oven or skillet. Spread your favorite nuts in a single layer on a plate, then microwave them in one-minute intervals, mixing them each minute.\n</p><h4>10. Steam veggies\n</h4><p><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"size-full' wp-image-4399 aligncenter src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/05%5C/micro9.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"640\"' height='\"468\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/micro9.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><p>Use your microwave to conveniently steam all types of vegetables\u2014broccoli, carrots, asparagus, green beans, and even artichoke. You only need some water in a microwave-safe bowl and a microwave-safe plate to cover it all. Delish! Perfectly steamed vegetables.\n</p><h4>11. Make hard taco shells\n</h4><p><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"size-large' wp-image-4401 aligncenter src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/05%5C/micro11-1024x572.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"1024\"' height='\"572\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/micro11-1024x572.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><p>Magically transform a soft tortilla into a hard taco shell with the help of\u2014you guessed it\u2014your handy microwave. Simply place the tortilla inside a tall, microwave-safe cup, heat it up for about one minute, and\u2026 hello! A crunchy, crispy taco shell.\n</p><h4>12. Cook crispy bacon\n</h4><p><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"size-full' wp-image-4402 aligncenter src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/05%5C/micro12.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"600\"' height='\"400\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/micro12.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><p>No more splattering bacon fat in the frying pan. With the help of some paper towels and a microwave-safe plate, you\u2019ll be enjoying delicious, crispy bacon in your microwave in no time. Mmm\u2026 Bacon.\n</p><h4>13. Decrystallize honey\n</h4><p><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"size-large' wp-image-4405 aligncenter src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/05%5C/micro13-1024x853.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"1024\"' height='\"853\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/micro13-1024x853.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><p>Honey that has solidified can be brought back to liquid life. Just uncover the jar and heat on medium power for 30 seconds to one minute. After a quick zap in the microwave, the revived honey is ready to drizzle into tea or over cornbread.\n</p><h4>14. Make potato chips\n</h4><p><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"alignnone' size-large wp-image-4406 aligncenter src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/05%5C/micro14-1024x576.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"1024\"' height='\"576\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/micro14-1024x576.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><p>You want to make homemade potato chips. No deep fryer? No problem! Thinly slice a russet potato, drizzle the slices with vegetable oil and salt, and lay them out on a microwave-safe dish. Zap \u2019em for about five minutes until golden and crispy.\n</p><h4>15. Cook beans\n</h4><p><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"alignnone' size-full wp-image-4407 aligncenter src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/05%5C/micro15.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"736\"' height='\"491\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/micro15.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><p>Instead of soaking beans in water overnight, place them in a large microwave-safe bowl, completely submerged in water, and heat for about eight to 10 minutes (or until the water is boiling). The beans should be ready to use in an hour or two.\n</p><h4>16. Dry herbs\n<figure id='\"attachment_4400\"' aria-describedby='\"caption-attachment-4400\"' style='\"width:' class='\"wp-caption' aligncenter><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"wp-image-4400' size-full src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/05%5C/micro10.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"640\"' height='\"468\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/micro10.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'><figcaption id='\"caption-attachment-4400\"' class='\"wp-caption-text\"'>Photo: Microwave Ninja\n<p>Instead of waiting to dry herbs in the oven or hanging them upside-down, microwave them! The electromagnetic radiation of your microwave quickly and efficiently evaporates water from the herbs, preserving the essential oils that give herbs their signature flavors and aromas.\n</p><h4>17. Bake potatoes\n<figure id='\"attachment_4408\"' aria-describedby='\"caption-attachment-4408\"' style='\"width:' class='\"wp-caption' aligncenter><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"size-large' wp-image-4408 src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/05%5C/micro16-1024x683.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"1024\"' height='\"683\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/micro16-1024x683.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'><figcaption id='\"caption-attachment-4408\"' class='\"wp-caption-text\"'>Photo: The Kitchn\n<p>Prick a clean and dry baking potato with a fork. Then, place on a microwave-safe plate and heat for about seven minutes. Once the potato has cooled a bit, cut with a butter knife and top with plenty of cheese, sour cream, chives, and butter!\n</p><h4>18. Soften ice cream and frosting\n</h4><p><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"alignnone' size-full wp-image-4409 aligncenter src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/05%5C/micro17.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"1024\"' height='\"679\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/micro17.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><p>If your favorite pint of ice cream or jar of frosting is hard as a rock, you can soften it in the microwave without melting it. Remove the lid and heat up in 15-second intervals until the desired softness of your sweet treat is reached.\n</p><h4>19. Make corn on the cob\n<figure id='\"attachment_4410\"' aria-describedby='\"caption-attachment-4410\"' style='\"width:' class='\"wp-caption' aligncenter><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"size-large' wp-image-4410 src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/05%5C/micro18-1024x768.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"1024\"' height='\"768\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/micro18-1024x768.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'><figcaption id='\"caption-attachment-4410\"' class='\"wp-caption-text\"'>Photo: Wikihow\n<p>Corn on the cob in the microwave? We\u2019re all ears! For one or two ears of corn, microwave on high for three minutes. Serve with plenty of butter, salt, and pepper. You can also finish the corn on the grill or under the broiler for extra color and toastiness.\n</p><h4>20. Make pickles\n</h4><p><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"size-large' wp-image-4411 aligncenter src="%5C%22http:%5C/%5C/alternatech.net%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2021%5C/05%5C/micro19-1024x576.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"1024\"' height='\"576\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/micro19-1024x576.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><p>Crunchy pickles are a staple ingredient in Chicago-style hot dogs, burgers, and potato salads. Pickled cucumbers have never been easier, thanks to the trusty microwave. Follow this simple recipe to get your pickle fix!\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"</p><p>If you&rsquo;re only using your microwave to heat up the food, you&rsquo;re tapping just a fraction of its potential. Your microwave can do more things than you thought. Here&rsquo;s a list of 20 microwave hacks that will change your cooking life. 1. Reduce onion tears No more crying! 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