SPARES2GO Universal Wave Guide Cover for ASDA Microwave Oven (500mm x 300mm)

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These tips will help you to save even more money when using your microwave. Choose the correct power setting for your dish These combine normal microwave cooking with a grilling element. They can perform all the tasks you'd expect from a standard model, such as defrosting ready meals and reheating leftovers. The grill function can also brown food. Head to our guide to microwave brands to discover those that Which? members recommend. Are high-powered microwaves better than low-powered? If this seems like too much effort, look for a microwave with auto programs that'll set the time and power level for you. Switch it off at the wall

or Medium High Reheating single-serving leftovers, casseroles, stews, ribs, and foods with cheese. You can also use it to warm milk but be sure to stir it every 15 seconds so you don't end up with a thin film on top. Clear labelling Controls should be clearly labelled with a large font size. Digital displays should be brightly lit and easy to read. If you're visually impaired, consider one that beeps when you make a selection. A microwave's power is measured in watts - and generally, the higher the wattage, the faster your food cooks.

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Fill a microwave-safe bowl with water, white vinegar and sliced citrus fruits (lemon, lime or orange) Arguably more important than external size is internal capacity – we've found microwaves of the same size can vary massively in terms of usable space. Auto cook programs Enter the type and weight of food, and the microwave will automatically set the time and power needed to cook it. Premium models can offer up to 30 programs, including specialised ones for popcorn or roasts. Half of those we’ve tested need at least 30cm above them, but we’ve found plenty that only need between 10cm and 20cm.

Multi-step programming This allows you to program different cooking modes in sequence, to automatically switch between defrosting and cooking your dinner, for example. All the microwaves we've tested have been given a heating category of E by the manufacturer, which means they're supposed to cook at between 741 and 800W, but this isn’t always the case. These models are proven to be energy efficient and come from brands that stay fault-free for longer, so shouldn't need replacing very often.or High Ideal for anything with a high water content and the best setting for steaming. It’s also good for reheating ready-made meals, soups, canned foods, cold coffee and tea, mince or tender meat, poultry, fish, cooked pasta, and most vegetables.

or Low The best choice for defrosting large items such as whole poultry and fish, and dense meat. Also good for softening butter or melting chocolate. You can wipe down greasy, smudged viewing windows with a 50/50 mixture of vinegar and water, before rinsing and leaving to air-dry. Your best bet for getting the gunk out of the rubber door seals is a damp cloth dipped in a little bicarbonate of soda. Where to buy a microwaveLook for a microwave with a selection of auto programs (to automatically set the weight and time for specific foods), digital displays and easy-to-use push-button or touch panel controls. Touch-panel controls These take far less effort to press than push-button controls. If you do go for button controls, they should be large, easy to press and not too close together. Despite their relatively straightforward purpose, microwaves can vary considerably in terms of the accessories and features they offer.

Pizza function This tends to work better with grill or combi microwaves, as the grill helps to crisp the pizza base and brown the top. Some models come with ‘crisper plates’ which can also be used for quiches. You'll get better results if you use a frozen pizza and pre-heat the oven and plate for four or five minutes first.Cooking certain foods at full power will dry them out or burn the outside before the middle is done. And you’ll use more energy doing so, too.