Steaming Deliciousness: Bird's Eye Bags, Quick And Easy!

Cooking with Birds Eye steam bags is a quick and easy way to prepare healthy, nutritious meals. The bags are designed to be cooked in the microwave straight from the freezer, with no need for defrosting or piercing the bag. Birds Eye offers a variety of vegetables in steam bags, including broccoli, carrots, sweetcorn, and green beans, which are specially selected and picked at their freshest to lock in nutrients. The bags are placed with the printed side up in the microwave and cooked on full power for a few minutes, depending on the microwave's wattage and the number of bags being cooked. After cooking, the bag is removed from the microwave, shaken, and cut open to serve. The steam bags ensure that the vegetables are cooked perfectly every time, making them a convenient and healthy option for busy individuals and families.

Cooking times for 700W microwaves

Birds Eye Steamfresh bags are a convenient way to cook frozen vegetables in the microwave. The bags are designed to be cooked in the microwave without needing to be opened, and they can be cooked straight from the freezer.

To cook Birds Eye Steamfresh bags in a 700W microwave, follow these instructions:

• Open the outer bag and remove the steam bag(s).
• Place the steam bag(s) with the printed side up and unopened into the microwave.
• Do not overlap the bags if cooking more than one bag at a time.
• Do not pierce the bag and do not microwave the outer packaging.
• Microwave on full power for 2 1/2 minutes for one bag or 4 1/2 minutes for two bags.
• Stand for 1 minute after cooking.
• Remove the bag from the microwave and shake it.
• Cut the bag open along the dotted line and serve.

Please note that these instructions are guidelines, and the cooking time may vary slightly depending on your microwave. Always ensure that the food is piping hot before serving.

Cooking times for 800W microwaves

To cook Birds Eye Steamfresh vegetables in an 800W microwave, you'll need to adjust the cooking time accordingly. Here are the detailed instructions for cooking Birds Eye Steamfresh vegetables in an 800W microwave:

• Start by opening the outer bag. Remove the steam bag(s) inside and place them with the printed side facing up into the microwave. Ensure that the bags do not overlap if you're cooking more than one bag at a time.
• It is crucial that you do not pierce the steam bag and do not microwave the outer, printed packaging.
• Microwave the steam bags on full power. For one bag, cook for 2 minutes and 30 seconds. If you're cooking two bags, microwave them together for 4 minutes and 30 seconds.
• After microwaving, let the bags stand in the microwave for about 1 minute. This allows the flavours to infuse and the food to cool slightly.
• Now, carefully remove the bags from the microwave. Be cautious, as the contents will be extremely hot. Open the bags along the dotted line, drain if necessary, and serve.
• Enjoy your perfectly cooked Birds Eye Steamfresh vegetables!

Please note that these instructions are guidelines, and you may need to adjust the cooking time slightly depending on your specific microwave and preferences. Always ensure that the food is cooked until piping hot before serving.

Cooking times for 900W microwaves

Birds Eye Steamfresh vegetables are a convenient way to cook healthy meals. The custom film bag becomes a steaming vessel as it puffs up under the pressure of the steam created within when heated in the microwave oven.

When cooking with a 900W microwave, the following cooking times are recommended:

• For one bag of vegetables, cook for 2 minutes.
• For two bags of vegetables, cook for 4 minutes.

After cooking, it is important to let the bag stand for 1 minute before removing it from the microwave. The contents will be very hot, so caution should be exercised when handling the bag. A slight whistling sound may be heard during the cooking process as the steam escapes through the special vent in the bag.

Please note that these instructions are guidelines only and actual cooking times may vary. It is important to ensure that the food is cooked until piping hot before serving.

How to prepare the steam bags

Firstly, open the outer bag and take out the steam bag(s). Place the steam bag(s) with the printed side facing up into the microwave. Make sure you do not pierce the bag(s) and that they are not overlapping if you are cooking more than one.

Secondly, microwave on full power. The time required will depend on the wattage of your microwave and the number of bags you are cooking. For a 700W microwave, cook for 2 and a half minutes for one bag and 4 and a half minutes for two bags. For an 800W microwave, cook for 2 and a half minutes for one bag and 4 and a half minutes for two bags. For a 900W microwave, cook for 2 minutes for one bag and 4 minutes for two bags.

After microwaving, let the bag(s) stand for 1 minute. Then, remove the bag(s) from the microwave and tear them open along the dotted line. Be very careful, as the contents will be extremely hot.

Please note that these instructions are guidelines only and that you should ensure the food is cooked until piping hot. Do not refreeze the contents after defrosting, and always cook before consumption.

How to serve the vegetables

Step 1: Prepare the Vegetables

Place the frozen vegetables in the steam bag, ensuring it is the correct way up. The printed side should be facing upwards. Do not overlap multiple bags if cooking more than one.

Step 2: Microwave

Place the steam bag(s) in the microwave. Do not pierce the bag and do not microwave the outer packaging. Refer to the cooking instructions for the correct time and power level, as this may vary depending on the type of vegetable and the number of bags being cooked.

Step 3: Stand and Open

Once the microwave is done, carefully remove the bag(s) and let them stand for about a minute. The contents will be very hot, so caution is advised. Then, tear the bag open along the dotted line, being careful of the escaping steam.

Step 4: Serve

Your vegetables are now ready to be served! You can enjoy a variety of vegetables, including carrots, broccoli, sweetcorn, peas, and green beans, as a tasty and nutritious side dish or as part of a larger meal.

Birds Eye Steamfresh bags are a convenient and quick way to cook vegetables, locking in their natural goodness and providing perfect results every time.

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