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Celebrate National Microwave Oven Day on December 6 by enjoying the delicious foods you can make in a flash! This day was created to recognize the invention of the microwave oven, which has revolutionized how we prepare and enjoy food. From pre-packaged meals to leftovers, microwaving your food is an easy and convenient way to get that hot meal without all of the fuss. So grab your favorite dish and pop it into your trusty microwave – happy cooking!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1945</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Microwave Oven Discovery</div><div class='timeline-text'>Engineer Percy Spencer, while working on an active radar for Raytheon, accidentally discovers microwave cooking when a chocolate bar in his pocket melts.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1946</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Microwave Patent</div><div class='timeline-text'>Percy Spencer and Raytheon file the first patent for a microwave oven, named the Radarange, which was a microwave producing box.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1955</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Radarange Becomes Commercial</div><div class='timeline-text'>The commercial model of Radarange, now smaller and cheaper, hits the market, first used mostly in restaurants and hotels.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1967</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Consumer Microwave Released</div><div class='timeline-text'>Amana, a subsidiary of Raytheon, releases the first consumer model of the microwave oven, called the Amana Radarange, revolutionizing cooking at home.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1975</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Microwave Surpasses Gas</div><div class='timeline-text'>Sales of microwave ovens exceed those of gas ranges, marking a shift in cooking trends and popularity of the appliance.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1986</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Microwaves in Most Homes</div><div class='timeline-text'>Microwave ovens are now found in roughly 90% of American households, solidifying their place in kitchens across the country.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Make a gourmet meal</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>You can make a delicious gourmet meal in the microwave. Check out some of your favorite recipes online and turn your microwave into a five star kitchen.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Try out new dishes</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Discover some unique dishes that you can make in the microwave. There are lots of interesting recipes that you can try to make with your oven. Don't be afraid to experiment!</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Experiment with different ingredients</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Mix up some of your favorite ingredients and see what kind of recipes you can come up with. You might be surprised at what you can do with your microwave oven.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Have a microwave oven cooking contest</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Organize a cooking contest among friends or family and see who can come up with the most creative dishes made in the microwave oven.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Share your recipes</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Have fun creating and sharing your own microwave oven recipes on social media or with friends.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Microwave ovens are convenient</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Having a microwave oven in the kitchen makes life so much easier. You can quickly and easily heat up leftovers, make popcorn, or melt cheese. Plus, it's a great time saver when you're in a hurry - just pop your food into the microwave and minutes later you have a hot, tasty meal that requires no clean up!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Microwave ovens are energy efficient</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Not only is using a microwave oven quick and convenient, but it also uses less energy than other cooking methods. So if you want to save some money and help the environment, switch out your traditional oven for a microwave.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Microwave ovens can be used for more than just reheating leftovers</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>The capabilities of the modern microwave don't stop at heating up last night's dinner. They can be used to steam vegetables, bake potatoes, cook bacon and eggs, and even make homemade pizza! So whether you're looking for a quick snack or a full meal, the possibilities with microwaves are endless.</p></div></div>
<div class="facts-item"><div class="facts-number-wrapper"><p class="facts-number">1</p></div><div class="facts-core-content"><h3 class="facts-title">Microwave Ovens Use Less Energy Than Traditional Ovens</h3><p class="facts-content">Since they heat only the food and not the entire appliance or surrounding air, microwave ovens are incredibly energy efficient compared to traditional ovens and stovetops. This makes them a greener option for heating your food.</p></div></div><div class="facts-item"><div class="facts-number-wrapper"><p class="facts-number">2</p></div><div class="facts-core-content"><h3 class="facts-title">Microwaves Utilize Radio Waves</h3><p class="facts-content">Microwave ovens use radio waves at a specific frequency to heat food. The waves are absorbed by water, fats, sugars, and certain other molecules, whose subsequent vibrations produce heat.</p></div></div><div class="facts-item"><div class="facts-number-wrapper"><p class="facts-number">3</p></div><div class="facts-core-content"><h3 class="facts-title">Microwaves Were Initially Very Large and Expensive</h3><p class="facts-content">The first commercial microwave oven was about 6 feet tall, weighed about 750 pounds, and cost between $2,000 and $3,000. Today's microwaves are much more compact and affordable.</p></div></div><div class="facts-item"><div class="facts-number-wrapper"><p class="facts-number">4</p></div><div class="facts-core-content"><h3 class="facts-title">Microwave Popcorn Was Introduced in the Early 1980s</h3><p class="facts-content">In 1981, the first patent was issued for microwave popcorn bag technology, which has since become one of the most popular uses for microwave ovens.</p></div></div><div class="facts-item"><div class="facts-number-wrapper"><p class="facts-number">5</p></div><div class="facts-core-content"><h3 class="facts-title">Microwaving can Preserve Nutrients in Food</h3><p class="facts-content">While some nutrients can break down when any heat is applied, cooking veggies in a microwave can actually help to preserve certain beneficial compounds due to shorter cooking times.</p></div></div>
National Microwave Oven Day is celebrated on December 6 every year. In 2024 National Microwave Oven Day will occur on a Friday.
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