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http://www.fsis.usda.gov/FactSheets/Microwave_Ovens_and_Food_Safety/index.asp#16

Arcing (pronounced "AR-king") is sparks inside the microwave oven caused when microwaves react to gold paint on dishes, twist ties and other metallic materials. Some foods such as raw carrots and Hot Dogs can cause arcing while being microwaved. In hot dogs, this can be due to the uneven mixing of salts and additives. In carrots, it can be due to the minerals in the soil in which they were grown. Whatever the cause, turn off the oven immediately to end the sparks. Prolonged arcing can damage the oven and/or the utensil. If caught at once, arcing should not damage the oven. Remove the offending utensil or food from the oven and either substitute a microwave-safe utensil or cook the food by other methods.

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13y ago

Yes, but only if it is a microwavable bag.

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Fresh carrots from the produce section of the grocery should never be microwaved in their plastic packaging. Only frozen carrots that are sold in a microwavable bag can be cooked while in the bag, according to the instructions on the label. Some food safety experts question whether any plastics should be used in the microwave. To be absolutely safe, it is better to put carrots (and all other vegetables) in a microwave-safe glass or ceramic dish for cooking in the microwave.

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7y ago

you dont you boil it in a pot

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13y ago

30 minutes

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