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COVERING TECHNIQUES FOR RETAINING MOISTURE IN FOODS

Porous Cover : Such as paper towel or napkin, allows steam to escape while it promotes even heating and prevents spatters. Use to cover bacon, sandwiches and some vegetable custards.

Light Cover : Of wax paper holds in heat for faster cooking without steaming food. It is frequently used to cover some fruits and meats, such as chicken, hamburgers or roasts, which do not need steam to tenderize them.

Tight Cover : Of plastic wrap holds in steam as well as heat. Turning back one edge as a vent allows excess steam to escape, so wrap will not split during cooking. Vegetables and fish should be steamed.

Utensil Cover : Can be used instead of plastic wrap when you are microwaving vegetables, saucy casseroles and meats which require moisture and steam to tenderize them.

Cooking Bags : Also hold in steam. If the bag has a foil strip on the end, remove it. Cut a 1/2-in. wide strip from the open end of the bag to serve as a tie. Do not use metal twist ties. Make an X-shaped slash to vent.

Freezer Bags : hold moisture in foods and serve as both cooking utensil and cover. Pierce the top of the bag with a knife to vent. Package leftovers in single portions for easy-to-heat homemade frozen entrees.

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