Most kitchens have a Microwave oven these days but let’s face it, we rarely use them for anything more than heating up leftovers. Which is a crime given these amazing appliances are capable of doing so much more. Forget those dodgy 1980’s microwave cookbooks, here is five of my favourite things to do with my microwave!

Make Baked Potatoes

Did you know you can make hot and delicious Baked Potatoes in just minutes using your microwave? It’s so easy and perfect for when you’re short on time. Just stab them with a fork a few times and put them in the microwave. No mess. No fuss. Just hot, steamy baked potatoes in a flash!

YouTube Recipe Video: https://youtu.be/clPJdgRhzwU

Make Strawberry Jam

This Microwave Strawberry Jam is ultra fast and ultra easy to make. Fresh strawberries are combined with sugar and lemon juice, then microwaved. Bottle it in a sterilised jar and this jam will last for 3 months (unopened in the kitchen cupboard) or for about a week in the fridge after opening. Best of all – there are no artificial colours, flavours or preservatives!

YouTube Recipe Video: https://youtu.be/eLZZ2_1w_58

Make a Chocolate Cake in 10 Minutes

Yes, you read that right. A Chocolate Cake made in just 10 minutes! It’s easy to make and perfect for when you want a quick, last minute dessert. This moist chocolate cake is smothered with a delectable chocolate sauce that everyone will love.

YouTube Recipe Video: https://youtu.be/63bzQN-vpgU

Cleaning your Microwave using your Microwave

Cleaning all that baked on dirt and food splatters from the inside of your Microwave doesn’t have to be difficult. This quick and easy method will have your Microwave clean as a whistle in no time and with very little effort! Try it for yourself and see.

YouTube Recipe Video: https://youtu.be/yuOW6L8fS-c

Make a Traditional Christmas Pudding

This microwave version of the traditional festive dessert is a quick and easy substitute for the old fashioned boiled or steamed pudding, but tastes just as good as the original. Best of all, unlike the traditional recipe, this doesn’t take hours of patient cooking to prepare. This one only takes about half an hour to cook in the microwave. A great holiday time saver!

YouTube Recipe Video: https://youtu.be/mgXSU1viezY