Chowhound spoke to an expert to find out the best way to cook with a microwave, and this tip is how you can make your ...

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Squeeze a few drops of lemon juice into a cup of water in a microwave-safe bowl or mug. Heat the water until boiling, allowing the steam to condense on the inside walls. Wipe clean.

Stop buying frozen, steam-in-bag vegetables from the grocery store. Save money and time by buying fresh vegetables and steaming them with a microwave and a little cling wrap.

For the microwave crab: Put the crab and water in the bag, seal and microwave at full power for 6 1/2 minutes. Remove the crab from the bag (careful, it is extremely hot), crack and serve.

The steamer’s tightly fitting lid, equipped with ventilation holes, helps trap steam inside the bowl, creating a mini steam oven that cooks your vegetables at lightning speed.