Aluminum, cardboard and paper-based containers are typically plastic-free and safe to store and reheat food. Cheap plastic takeout containers are mostly not safe and should never be used to reheat ...

Microwaves are handy appliances so long as you treat them well. Check out our list of items that could ruin your food or ...

This story begins with a tragic tale of woe: After a long evening at a cocktail party, I returned home with a ravenous appetite for melted cheese. Luckily, I had a plastic takeout container of queso ...

It's time to make the switch from plastic to the best glass food storage containers. A professional chef explains why. Whether you’re looking for refrigerator organizing ideas, new meal prep ...

Tupperware dropped glass food storage containers for the first time since the company started in the 1940s. Here's what I ...

Way back when, there were rampant rumors warning against standing too close to the microwave while waiting for food to heat for fear of the radiation causing cancer. Now, there seems to be another, ...

Microwaving leftovers requires attention. Common mistakes affect food quality and safety. Covering food and using medium power are important. Stirring and arranging food evenly ensures proper heating.

Microwaves offer convenience but pose risks if misused. While preserving nutrients and cooking evenly, they can cause uneven heating and nutrient loss. Certain foods should be avoided: hard-boiled ...