Covering Jugs In A Microwave Oven

[Iamcazzy]

In recent years, I've been using a black glass arcoroc to cover the top of jugs in the microwave when cooking beans, soup etc. I'm concerned that one day, I'll break the plate. What do you clever ABers use for the purpose? I'm not one to play about with cling film as it's too fiddly in my view and not all film is microwave safe. Besides, it would cost a fortune in the long term. A template is too too large for the job. I dont really want to buy and specialised microwave containers as I'm happy with pyrex and plastic jugs. I just want something to cover the jug safely. Thank you.

[woofgang]

I don't cover.

[hc4361]

I use cling film, my wife uses those hard plastic saucers and plates meant for picnics.

[Rockrose]

I don’t cover either

[bhg481]

I don't cover jugs in the microwave.

[Mamyalynne]

For liquids I use microwave saucepans with lids, but on other jugs I just pop a saucer/tea plate on top as the gap left by the spout is sufficient not to cause it to create suction.

[Canary42]

I use an ordinary plate - also has the advantage of warming the plate ready for the meal

[gingejbee]

Google....silicone stretch lids.

[Mamyalynne]

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Scoolr-Reuseable-Glassware-Dishwasher-Microwave/dp/B078XD6JGR

[diddlydo]

I always cover with just any old ordinary plate - never had one explode or break in 35+ years!

[Prudie]

I've never covered either, what am I missing out on?

[bhg481]

Pridie - what am I missing out on?

Washing up.

[Mamyalynne]

I think it depends on what's in the jug and how full it is, some thing bubble up and spit giving your microwave roof a lovely splattered look that can set quite solid - I don't cover for small amounts that won't do that.

[maggiebee]

I just cover with a sheet of kitchen roll - seems to do the trick.

[Cloverjo]

I put a plastic lid like an ice cream carton lid on top. No faff and no splats. The only trouble is reminding my husband to use it. Our microwave looks like a crime zone after he's used it.

[diddlydo]

Food/liquid heats much faster if covered - simple and saves energy.

[woofgang]

Is that still true in a microwave?

[diddlydo]

Woofgang - yes!

[bhg481]

Technically yes; practically, I can't see it would be noticable. A bit like the effect on fuel consumption of driving your car with/without lights on

[sivam]

double sheet of wet kitchen roll. Works perfectly.