23Microwave ShortcutsFOOD POWER TIME DIRECTIONS(in mins.)To separate refrigerated P10 (High) 30 sec. Remove wrapper and place in microwave safe dish. AfterBacon, heating, use a plastic spatula to separate slices.1 pound (450 g)To soften Brown Sugar P10 (High) 20 - 30 sec. Place brown sugar in microwave safe dish with a slice of1 cup (250 ml) bread. Cover with lid or plastic wrap.To soften refrigerated Butter, P3 (MED-LOW) 1 Remove wrapper and place butter in a microwave safe1 stick, 1/4 pound (110 g) dish.To melt refrigerated Butter, P6 (MEDIUM) 1 1/2 - 2 Remove wrapper and place butter in a microwave safe1 stick, 1/4 pound (110 g) dish covered with lid or vented plastic wrap.To melt Chocolate, P6 (MEDIUM) 1 - 1 1/2 Remove wrapper and place chocolate in a microwave1 square, 1 oz. (28 g) safe dish. After heating, stir until completely melted.To melt Chocolate, P6 (MEDIUM) 1 - 1 1/2 Note: Chocolate holds its shape even when softened.1/2 cup (125 ml) chipsTo toast Coconut, P10 (High) 1 Place in a microwave safe dish.1/2 cup (125 ml) Stir every 30 seconds.To soften Cream Cheese, P3 (MED-LOW) 1 - 2 Remove wrapper and place in a microwave safe bowl.8 oz. (225 g)To brown Ground Beef, P10 (High) 4 - 5 Crumble into a microwave safe colander set into another1 pound (450 g) dish. Cover with plastic wrap. Stir twice. Drain grease.To cook Vegetables,Fresh P8 31/2 - 4 All pieces should be the same size. Wash thoroughly,(1/2 lb) add 1 tbsp of water per 1/2 cup of vegetables, and cover(225 g) with lid or vented plastic wrap. Do not salt/butter until aftercooking.Frozen P8 31/2 - 4 Wash thoroughly, add 1 tbsp of water per 1/2 cup of(10 oz) vegetables, and cover with lid or vented plastic wrap.(285 g) Do not salt/butter until after cooking.(Not suitable for vegetables in butter or sauce.)Canned P8 31/2 - 4 Empty contents into microwave safe serving bowl.(15 oz) Do not cover.(430 g)