Easy way to steam vegetables in opened steam-in-bag kind
I bought a steam-in-bag bag of brocolli and carrots. These bags are usually microwaved without opening. E.g.: http://www.birdseye.com/vegetable-products/steamfresh-pure-simple/broccoli-florets
My 4 year old opened and ate one of the carrots. Now, I am left with an opened steam-in-bag bag which I need to steam. Of course, there are many ways of steaming vegetables but I was wondering: Is there any way of using this bag to steam the rest of the veggies?
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Put the frozen vegetables in a microwave-safe bowl and place a wet paper towel (or two) over it. Microwave for about 1-1 1/2 minutes at a time (checking that the paper towel is still moist) until the vegetables are cooked to your liking.
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Chop any large vegetables like broccoli or cauliflower into bite sized pieces and add them all to a microwave-safe plastic bag. Seal the bag 3/4 of the way across if using a ziplock bag but be sure to leave a small gap so the steam can escape. Put the bag into the microwave and cook on high for about 3 minutes.Is it safe to steam vegetables in plastic bag?
Steam-bag vegetables are safe and specifically designed for use in microwave. They do not contain BPA or phthalates. Do not reuse steam bags for other purposes and always follow directions by the manufacturer.How do you make steamed vegetables taste good in a bag?
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The technique is simple: fill a medium pot with 1/2 inch of water, place three golf ball\u2013sized balls of aluminum foil on the bottom, rest a heat-proof plate on top of the foil balls, cover the pot, and bring the water to a boil. Add vegetables to the plate, cover, and steam until crisp-tender.How do you steam vegetables in the microwave without plastic wrap?
Place them into a microwave-safe dish. Add 1-2 tablespoons of water (a little more if you're steaming multiple portions). Place in the microwave and pop a lid on top to keep the steam in. Microwave on high!How To Steam Vegetables in a Bag in the Microwave | My Fussy Eater
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