1. Reduce Tears From Onions

Wondering how to use a microwave to cut an onion tear-free? Cut the ends off the onion and microwave it whole for 45 seconds. The heat breaks down the tear-causing compounds so you can chop, slice and dice with clear eyes.

2. Soften Stale Bread

Make the best use of microwave heat to soften stale, crusty bread. Simply wrap the piece of bread in a damp paper towel and microwave it for 10 seconds. Adding a glass of water with the bread provides additional moisture for increased softness.

3. Dry Fresh Herbs

Drying fresh herbs is one of the easiest microwave hacks for food lovers, boosting and preserving their flavor for a variety of recipes. Place the herbs in a single layer on a paper towel-lined plate and microwave them for 30 seconds. Flip each herb and microwave in 30-second intervals until they’re crisp and dry, approximately 3-4 minutes. Once dried and tightly stored, the herbs can keep for up to 1 year.

4. Toast Nuts

Toasting nuts deepens their flavor but doing so on the stovetop or with our convection oven cooking tips takes time. Instead, spread the nuts on a plate in a single layer and microwave in 1-minute intervals. Mix and repeat until they emit a toasted aroma and are golden brown.

5. Quickly Scramble Eggs

Though microwave recipes for eggs don’t deliver the same texture as when they’re cooked on the stove, they make the perfect breakfast on the go. Just beat two eggs and milk in a mug and add a sprinkle of cheese, salt, pepper, and your favorite herb. Microwave for 90 seconds, pausing halfway through to give the eggs a quick stir. In about three minutes, you have a hot and healthy breakfast to take out the door.

6. Make Homemade Potato Chips

When you’re battling a snack attack, use one of the simplest microwave oven tips and tricks for crisp and tasty potato chips. Place thin slices of a russet potato on a microwave-safe dish and drizzle with vegetable oil, salt, and pepper. After 5 minutes in the microwave, they’ll be crisp, golden brown, and ready to enjoy.

7. Cook Bacon

There’s nothing like a crispy slice of warm bacon, but cooking it in a frying pan is a messy business. Cut the mess and drain the bacon of excess grease by cooking it in the microwave. Place an upside-down bowl on a plate and drape the bacon over the bowl, microwaving for 1 minute per slice. In minutes you’ll have crispy bacon ready and waiting.

8. Steam Veggies

Healthy microwave oven tips and tricks may be a good choice after making your own chips and bacon. Fortunately, almost any vegetable, from broccoli to green beans, can be steamed in the microwave for quick and healthy eating. Just place bite-sized frozen veggies in a bowl, add ½-¾ cup of water and cover the bowl with a dish. Microwave on high for 2 minutes, checking and adding time in 1-minute intervals until they’re cooked to the desired doneness. 

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