Steaming Instructions say to add 1 cup of water and preheat to 425&deg;, then add your food. Water started boiling way before that. If you steam any ideas
1818568
I do steam. Only put on high temp until the water boils then I lower it until I get an even boil. Any higher and you just boil off the water quicker. I.E. temp of steam is always 212 degrees no mater how much of it we make.
2166492
When adding water (or broth, or whatever you use) to the rice, add a bit more than the directions call for. Also, if you're going to leave it on keep warm, add a bit more when you're done cooking. Also, make sure you've washed the rice thoroughly beforehand!
907885
run water thru a couple of times when you first get it and make sure you are using distilled water. Wait till completely heated and a good stream of steam is coming out before placing infront of a client. Try using the ozone for a fuller stream of steam. I haven't had any problem with mine Check all conection are tight.
598590
I didn't add extra water. Double check that the extra level of jars won't add to your cooking time, otherwise just use the same amount as a single level of jars.
2166495
When adding water (or broth, or whatever you use) to the rice, add a bit more than the directions call for. Also, if you're going to leave it on keep warm, add a bit more when you're done cooking.Also, make sure you've washed the rice thoroughly beforehand!
103554
Your not supposed to use boiling water. The water should be slightly warm. I've never had issues with it being too hot.
504653
No preheat needed, just add a little oil, load with food items, microwave for recommended time, and let set to finish cycle. It's been an amazing device for meat, fish, and poultry! I'm not a shill... just a well fed buyer, with a happy wife. ~Paulhttp://www.microhearth.com/index.cfm
573275
Did you add water outside the stainless pot? You suppose to add one cup of water if you are cooking one cup of soup.
2250354
Hi there, I have the same problem, and I just ordered one of those. since you posted this in november, did you get lucky with it? by the way, how do you intend to brew your beer? I've just started, but I'm brewing with malt extract, and I don't need to boil 5 gallons at once. I can make the wort with 1.5 gallons and add to pre boiled water.Thank you.
287118
We only cook 2 at a time in each container (we purchased 2 of them), but there is usually a lot of moisture that comes out of them. I have been using this type of microwave potato cooker for a long time and have never added water.
1853780
Try taking half as long to preheat as you did before... so if you preheated for 30 minutes then try 10-15. You can always climb up to temp but if its too hot at the start then your food will burn too fast. Also, try placing on indirect heat (the cooler side of your grill). Steel will still soak up and retain the heat but at a slower rate for more control. Good luck! Enjoy!
814969
That would be my guess as well. Had it happen only once and did let it heat a while before using. Think the excess water turned to steam and all was well. I love my steamer.
1327584
1/2 water and 1/2 vinegar. Fill it to the top and turn on the steamer. Let it run completely through. It worked for me once, since then not much luck. I had to throw it out.
1585746
I have never tried to steam with it, just watch the temperature, make sure you don't set it too hight. Make sure the heating element is submerged in the water at all time, so that the element dose not burn out. Don't let the water steam away and expose the element. (It works great with a Turkey)
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I don't think you're adding enough water. Also, check pasta after cooking for minimum time and add a minute or two if still not cooked sufficiently. Additionally, let the pasta stay in cooker for a few more minutes before draining.
1622337
Sorry, but we have not tried cooking with steam as of yet. We are extremely impressed with the roasts, chicken, and ham that we have cooked. All three meats were very juicy.
1731550
The first few times I cooked oatmeal I did it by guess work...I think 1 cup is to much...make seure.your using 1 minute oatmeal too and open vent.