Discover five simple methods to steam veggies, including using a microwave, Instant Pot, and bamboo steamer. Steaming preserves nutrients better than boiling, keeping your veggies fresh and flavorful.

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I was told not to cook carrots, green beans and other vegetables in my microwave oven. Evidently, they contain metals that could cause my oven to explode. Seriously? I admit, I was skeptical about ...

Specialising in the packaging and distribution of fruit and vegetables, Provence-based Lou Roucas, via its subsidiary Provence Ventoux, has patented a microwave oven cooking technique for fresh ...

I read recently that microwaving vegetables removes all their vitamins and goodness. I usually steam my vegetables in a steamer - would this have the same effect as microwaving them?

From the wrong containers to cooking the wrong foods, a chef explains the most common microwave mistakes – and how to avoid ...