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Posts tagged “microwave”

The Cooking Debate: The Most Efficient Appliance?
The Washington Post

We’ve been trying to cook more at home. It’s seems to be better for the environment and our belly. But what’s the best and most efficient cooking method – the conventional oven or the microw...

Microwave Vs. Stove: What's the Greener Cooking Option?

So, about two years ago my husband — in a fit of minimalistic vigor — got rid of our microwave. At the time, I remember being a little unsure about that decision. " But," I sputtered, ...

Simple Green: Don't Microwave in Plastic ... Ever

We've gotten pretty good about this over the last couple years. So good, in fact, we almost forget that some people still microwave food in plastic. Being home for Thanksgiving has reminded us....

How to: Clean Your Microwave
May is Spring Cleaning Month!

Microwaves are an efficient (and therefore green!) way of cooking, but they can be really unpleasant to clean. We’ve got a green method that works well, and all you need is water and a little bit o...

Green Stocking Stuffer: Microwave Gourmet

Unlike the stove or oven, 100% of the energy that goes into the microwave goes into cooking your food. But did you know you can use the microwave to caramelize onions and cook perfectly done fish? T...