The Microwave Button You're Probably Overlooking
“Full power isn’t always the right setting,” says one pro. Most of us rarely think to adjust the microwave’s settings when we’re heating up leftovers. But pros say that’s a mistake. As it turns out, the microwave’s power button may be key to heating food evenly and avoiding hot or cold spots. It can also ensure you don’t accidentally overcook something, which can make food taste rubbery or dried-out. “Most people use their microwave on full power all the time, but full power isn’t always the right setting. It’s similar to cooking on the stovetop—you wouldn’t cook everything on high heat,” says Steph Chen, founder and CEO of microwave cookware company Anyday. Many microwaves have low, medium, and high power settings. While most people don’t bother adjusting the power setting, different foods are better heated using different settings. For instance, pros say you should use the low power…