can i also steam baked or stove top prepared mac & cheese refrigerated that needs to be heated again in this sistema
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they are called steamer containers because they are sealed and the heat builds up steam inside...that way food is reheated but still stays moist...even reheated chicken breast came out juicy
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The basket looks like it would hold mac & cheese, but the cheese might leak through the bottom if it got hot enough to flow
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The insert is slatted from the center handle radiating outward to the outer rim. I suspect if you put Mac and Cheese in it to steam you'd just end up with cheese water at the bottom.
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there is a steam basket in the container but you can remove it to heat other type of food like mac & cheese
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Of course. It is actually better for re-heating than for making them. I don't think it is a great appliance for preparation.
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The unit is not designed for use with uncooked food. If a recipe calls for uncooked meats, it should be fully cooked before combining with other ingredients and heating it in the unit.
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Sure, put it in a cold oven and bring to temp together, leave in oven when done allow to cool with oven.
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Yes you can reheat it. I've used mine about 10 times and it's reheated well each time.
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Refrigerate any unused portion when you need to use your body heat melts it quickly. Or just set some out at room temp ahead of time
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I never tried that, but I Googled it. One lady said she put two big cans in on high, and it was ready when she checked it two hours later (She didn't check it any sooner). Somebody else said to heat it on low to avoid scorching and that it would be ready in about 45 minutes. I'd heat it on low since dairy doesn't always do well on high heat.
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Not easily. The heat element is in the unit where the food also is. If you are careful about the temp, smoke could be started then the heat element stopped, I guess.
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I do keep it refrigerated, and don't order if its going to be hot, you may loose some of the effectiveness or possibly ruin it completely. Great product IMHO
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I suppose you can if you like but keeping it a cool dark place is okay too. I see no label that says requires refrigeration.
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I reheated leftover Kraft mac and cheese yesterday--I added a bit of water (1-2 Tbs) and an extra slice of cheese on top, and it came out perfectly. There was a little bit of brown and crispy but that was tasty--I was more worried about it drying out or becoming mushy. The pasta texture was fine.
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Yes. We have used it for everything. Mac n cheese, beans and rice, and lasagna and other things. The kids eat at 12:30 and the thermos is packed by 7:30. I was told the food is almost too hot to eat so I stopped filling it with hot water to heat the canister and it has been perfect. But if you want "just cooked" hot, fill it with hot water, put the top on, and let it sit for 5 minutes. Pour the water out and fill it with your food.
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Hi Sue, I am trying to find out the answer and will get back to you. But as a general rule I NEVER put this on a stovetop that was just used or the oven is on because it is plastic and will warp and I don't want to ruin my investment. UPDATE I contacted the company and they stated the following: Regarding keeping the MCS on your stove while baking. That is a definite NO! Most baking is done at around 350 degrees and the heat of the oven will definitely warp the MCS. The MCS should be removed from the oven while baking. Also, the stove should be off and cool to the touch before placing the MCS on the stove. So as a general rule I just wait until EVERYTHING is cooled down BEFORE placing this cutting board/tray on top of the stove. I couldn't get an exact temperature. Hope that helps you Sue.
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No, you don't. It has to be at room temperature. My advise to you is to make sure the yogurt you will use as the starter be at roomtempature as well.
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I saw no recommendation by the manufacturer as to how to store your cooked lasagne but common sense would tell me to store it in a food safe storage container and reheat as practical, be it by microwave or regular oven.
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The measuring marks inside go up to 4 cups (almost to the top of the pot). I think you can cook one box of mac and cheese in it. Not sure about two since I haven't made those in years and can't remember how much water is required.
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Yes and no. We use it to heat and keep warm canned corn, peas, vegies, meat balls, sauses etc. Ths way you don't need to keep all these items on a stove. Preheat them and put in one of the pots. They are out of the way and you can concentrate on the main meal items.