Microwaves are incredibly convenient devices that brought us into a brave new era of cooking. They allow us to easily whip up freshly baked cookies anytime and cook perfectly crispy bacon without the ...

Can you really set your microwave on fire? It depends. Here's what happens if you put metal in the microwave—and no, don't try it at home. Keep reading, because we’re answering the lingering question ...

You've probably heard that you shouldn't put metal objects like aluminum foil or silverware in the microwave, or perhaps you've been unfortunate enough yourself to try reheating a foil-wrapped burrito ...

Daven Hiskey runs the wildly popular interesting fact website Today I Found Out. To subscribe to his “Daily Knowledge” newsletter, click here. We've all heard that it's not safe to put metal in the ...

Avoid kitchen disasters and toxic chemicals. Discover 6 common items you should never microwave, plus safe alternatives that keep your food (and your health) protected. You had a little get-together ...