In the Kitchen: Benefits of a Combination Microwave

If you haven’t invested in a combination microwave, you could be missing out. This compact appliance provides a huge range of benefits, and you can find them for reasonable prices at retailers like Tesco. These are a real asset to your home, since not only will you be able to heat food, you’ll now be able to roast and grill with no hassle.

How does it work?

This great piece of tech combines microwave energy with a convection heating system to bring you the best of both worlds. Microwaves provide that quick interior heat whilst a fan circulates hot air to brown your food. It provides very similar results to the traditional kitchen oven and offers a whole host of additional benefits.

Advantages

This versatile appliance is much faster at cooking food than an oven without sacrificing the level of quality. This isn’t the only advantage though, with its compact size, it can be a great choice for those with limited space. It also requires less maintenance and can be cleaned in no time.

You’re likely to save money with a combination microwave as they use less electricity than a convection oven. Finally, you can get more creative in the kitchen. There’s plenty of functions and preset programs, taking away all the stress of cooking. You can even use a grill feature to make crispy fish, chicken or pizza.

Disadvantages

Certain models can be noisy, especially compared to the regular microwave. However, with advances in technology there is now many appliances with impressive design features. Be sure to request a product demonstration at your nearest electronics shop before making a decision.

The combination microwave is also more expensive than its basic counterpart. For many, this is worth the additional outlay for the improvement to their food and savings to the electricity bills. People can also be discouraged by large selection of programs and added features. Don’t let this put you off. They’re very easy to use and if there’s now plenty of online tutorials, so you can cook up a storm.

What can I cook?

If you have a busy lifestyle and work full time like me, you can still enjoy a varied a delicious meal with the help of a combination microwave. From soup to risotto and gooey chocolate fudge cake, the options are endless. You can also make a roast dinner without spending hours in the kitchen. A preset program will cook chicken that is juicy on the inside and crispy on the outside. Roast potatoes can also be cooked to perfection, taking only 20 minutes. Be sure to add olive oil and herbs for extra flavoring.

Paying a little extra for your next microwave is something you won’t regret. You can cook some impressive dishes without breaking a sweat.

**In collaboration with Tesco

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