Food
Power
Level Time Comments
Fish & Shellfish
Fillets or Steaks
(1 lb)
P 10 5 to 7 minutes Delicate fish should be placed in
or on a microwave-safe dish.
Casserole,
precooked
(2 to 3 quart)
P 10 12 to 18 minutes Delicate fish should be placed in
or on a microwave-safe dish.
Scallops, Shrimp,
peeled (1 lb)
P 10 4 to 7 minutes Brush with garlic butter before
cooking.
Fruits
Baked Apples or
Pears
P 10 2 to 4 minutes
per piece
Pierce or peel to prevent
bursting.
Meats and Poultry
The USDA recommends cooking meats to the following internal temperatures to be sure
any harmful bacteria has been killed. To measure the internal temperature of meat, insert
a meat thermometer into the thickest portion. Do not allow the tip of the thermometer to
come into contact with bone.
Food Internal Temperature
Ground Cuts
turkey and chicken
beef, veal, lamb and pork
165°F (74°C)
160°F (71°C)
Whole Cuts
beef, lamb and veal
pork
145°F (63°C)
160°F (71°C)
Poultry Cuts
white meat
dark meat
goose and duck
170°F (77°C)
180°F (82°C)
180°F (82°C)
Reheating Meat, Poultry Products and Casseroles 165°F (74°C)
Ground Meat, 1 lb P 10 5 to 7 minutes Break up and stir halfway
through cooking time.
Bacon (2 to 8 strips) P 10 30 seconds to 1
minute per slice
Place on paper towel-lined plate.
Sausage Patties P 10 1 min per patty Place on paper towel-lined plate.
Turn over half way through
cooking time.
Sausage Links P 10 30 to 45 seconds
per link
Place on paper towel-lined plate.
Turn over half way through
cooking time.
Franks or Hot Dogs
(1 lb)
P 10 3 to 6 minutes Place in microwave-safe dish
with cup water. Rearrange half
way through cooking time.
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