Microwave Cooking

Find out how the microwave oven works, how to use it safely, and how to microwave a wide variety of foods such as scrambled eggs, vegetables, popcorn treats, fudge, and even desserts like upside down cake. As you progress, gain more-advanced techniques such as shielding, defrosting, and browning. Learn how to adapt recipes for the microwave, blanch fruits and vegetables, and stack whole meals.





Project Requirements

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• Bag of Tricks, Level A | pdf | 
• Micro Magicians, Level B | pdf | 
• Amazing Rays, Level C | pdf| 
• Presto Meals, Level D | pdf | 

Some counties may have additional requirements. Contact your 4-H leader or county extension office to learn more.

Member Materials

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• Bag of Tricks, Level A, Microwave Project Youth Activity Guide (#53145)*
• Micro Magicians, Level B, Microwave Project Youth Activity Guide #53146)*
• Amazing Rays, Level C, Microwave Project Youth Activity Guide (#53147)*
• Presto Meals, Level D, Microwave Project Youth Activity Guide (#53148)*
• 4-H Project Record Book | doc | pdf | 
• 4-H Involvement Report | doc | pdf |

Leader Materials

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• Microwave Magic Helper’s Guide (#53149)*

*Available through your county extension office.