• Steam vegetables
  One of the easiest and healthiest ways to use your microwave is to steam the veggies. Yes, this gadget can be a super efficient steamer that keeps the nutrients intact in the food. With minimal water contact on your microwave-safe dish and a plastic wrap, you can steam a ton of things and won’t dirty any pot in the process.

• Reheat food evenly
  Microwaves are notorious for heating food unevenly, but there are a bunch of ways to prevent this. To reheat food evenly, arrange it in a circle on a microwave-safe plate, leaving the centre empty. This will allow the food to heat more evenly, and you won’t have to worry about cold spots anymore.
• Make crispy bacon
  While it may seem counterintuitive, you can actually make crispy bacon in the microwave. Simply place a few slices of bacon on a microwave-safe plate and cover it with a paper towel. Microwave on high for a few minutes until the bacon is crispy. This method is not only faster than frying bacon on the stove, but it also eliminates the mess.
• Bake quick and easy desserts
  Think about how long it takes to bake a delectable cake. With the microwave, you can cut out all the waiting and get right to eating. Mug cakes, for example, are a popular microwave treat that takes just a few minutes to make. There are many recipes available online, and all you need is a microwave-safe mug and a few basic ingredients. Right, who would say that sweet treats could be prepared without an oven or any fancy baking equipment?

While there is a lot to enjoy about this super-helpful tool that can do much more than just reheat leftovers, you should always keep an eye on it. Indeed, even if you want to use your microwave like a pro, safety should always come first! Now is the time to let you experiment with these ideas, you may be surprised at what your microwave can do.