"A microwave is a valuable addition to any kitchen, perfect for swiftly reheating leftovers, thawing frozen food, or even whipping up a speedy baked potato. This trusty appliance can make our food prep a whole lot more convenient, saving us a significant amount of time and often reducing cleanup, too. But despite their popularity, most microwaves likely aren't being used to their full potential."
"Sometimes, citrus fruits need a little help to unleash their full potential, and this microwave hack makes squeezing a breeze. To extract more juice from a lemon, orange, or lime with a microwave, you'll need to gently warm it up. The idea is not to cook the fruit, but to heat it just enough that the juice capsules begin to burst, and the simplest way to do this is by microwaving the whole fruit for 20 to 30 seconds."
Microwaves offer versatile kitchen functions beyond reheating, saving time and reducing cleanup while enabling quick cooking, baking, and ingredient prep. They can cook full meals, bake single-serve desserts, help perfect eggs, revive bread, and produce frothy coffee. Simple microwave techniques enhance common tasks: warming citrus for 20 to 30 seconds loosens juice capsules, followed by rolling on the counter and slicing to extract more juice. Gentle heating should avoid cooking the fruit. Regular microwave use for targeted tasks turns the appliance into a multifaceted tool for efficient, fuss-free home cooking.
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