You should always use cookware specially manufactured for use in a microwave. Generally, you should not use metal or aluminum foil in the microwave. When in doubt, look for a label that confirms the ...

Ah, the microwave. It's an invention we all know and love and, for some of us, something we couldn't live without. This modern-day convenience uses high powered lights to heat food in minutes, and ...

Dear Cheapskate: I learn so much from your column. What can you tell me about the safety of cooking bags? I love them and find them effective. So, is there any danger of toxicity? -- Janet V., ...

We’ve all heard about how microwaving food removes some nutritional value, but is it true? Is something bad happening to our food behind that microwave glass? The verdict: If you do it right, cooking ...

Microwave popcorn has faced serious health scrutiny over the years, and many of us still harbor doubts about the safety of a product that has left a lingering chemical odor in countless office break ...