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Choosing a microwave is easy enough because there is a wide variety of inexpensive options on the market. You must define your needs before purchasing. Alternatively, a convection oven is available. This type allows the chef to decide whether to cook food in combination, microwave or convection mode. These ovens are a little more expensive, but have a "regular" oven option.

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1. 1 Determine the size of your microwave. They come in compact (0.8 cubic feet) or full-size (1.2 cubic feet). Large microwave ovens usually have more power (energy consumption) than compact ones. Typically between 600 and 1000 watts. Full-size jet ovens are even more powerful.
2. 2 Determine the microwave power. In an oven with a higher power, cooking is much faster.
3. 3 Consider additional features. Microwaves have functions such as defrosting. As well as specialized settings for popcorn or dinner demonstration.
4. 4 Buy a microwave with variable settings. These ovens allow the cook to select the cooking power. On most ovens, it is adjustable from 100% (high) to 10% (low). 50% of the power is used for pot cooking or stews.
5. 5 Consider purchasing a programmable microwave oven. This feature allows the chef to program multiple setting parameters. For example, you can start cooking at 100% power and finish at 50%.
6. 6 Buy a microwave with a rotating base. The advantage of this type of oven is that there is no need to stop the process and turn the dish. The turntable will do this automatically.
7. 7 Think about ease of cleaning. Microwaves with handleless doors are much easier to keep clean. Some ovens come with a "non-stick" coating for easy cleaning.
8. 8 Think about the location of the microwave. If you install it on a work surface, then first free up space. Hanging it up doesn’t need to clear the space, but you may need help with installation.