Meat-lovers listen up: there's a new way to cook bacon. Fold bacon slices between kitchen paper and microwave on full power for around two minutes per slice.
Fancy a barista-style coffee in the comfort of your own home? For perfect froth, fill a jar halfway with milk, screw on the lid and shake.
Add a dash of milk and seasoning to beaten eggs before a minute and a half in the microwave on high, stirring midway through.
Cooking an omelette in the microwave is quick and simple. Whisk two eggs, seasoning and some grated cheese or chopped ham, pour into a greased mug and microwave on high for one minute.
You can also try poaching eggs in the microwave. Simply fill a mug or small bowl with boiling water, add a little salt and vinegar, then crack in an egg.
Crumbles don't have to bubble away in the oven for nearly an hour. This toffee apple mug crumble with pecan nuts takes just four minutes to cook – and only requires six ingredients.
It's not in the microwave. Add torn bread and blueberries to a mug. Whisk egg, milk, cinnamon and vanilla, and pour over the dry ingredients. Microwave for a minute and a half, then drizzle over maple syrup.
Sticky, glutinous rice works in both savoury and sweet dishes – it's delicious with everything from steamed fish to fresh mango. And it's surprisingly easy to cook in a microwave.
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