topic Re: I AM A PLASTICWARE FAILURE in Kitchen

I AM A PLASTICWARE FAILURE

eddyandme — Sat, 06 Apr 2019 17:05:51 GMT

Can't imagine (or don't want to) how much monies I've wasted on plastic containers.

Lock'nLock, Sistema, Debbie Meyers, you name it, I always destroy it! Even when I send one filled with food for someone to reheat - I state this so I cannot be the only one - it comes back "scorched". I've tried nuking on lowest setting to reheat things - things without pasta sauce - and sooner or later those dreaded scorch marks appear!

So now I've given up the fight! I'm switching over to 'glass' (or whatever L&L uses) and using my current - expensive - plasticware to toss garbage in (egg shells, apple skins, etc., 'cause don't have a garbage disposal).

It would appear, I am the only one who can't properly avoid the dreaded "scorch" marks in their plasticware as the sales seem to abound. Am I an epic failure or is there anyone else out there like me - constantly replacing their plasticware?

Re: I AM A PLASTICWARE FAILURE

millieshops — Sat, 06 Apr 2019 17:12:38 GMT

@eddyandmeI'm frugal, probably even cheap, but I don't use plasticware I've paid for to reheat much of anything. I save various sizes of various food containers, reheat in them once, and throw then throw those into recycle. I suppose I may be cutting a day or two from my life expectantcy - but so far nothing noticeable.

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Nonametoday — Sat, 06 Apr 2019 17:17:51 GMT

I don't use plastic for reheating since we have been told of the fear of carcinogens formed by microwave and plastics.

I save food for refrigeration in plastic and reheat portions in paper plates or glassware such as Corning or microwave safe dishes. I don't like things reheated in plastic. Healthwise, it is not safe and it tastes terrible.

I buy inexpensive cereal/salad bowls from TJ Maxx or Big Lots so that I have an excess of microwavable dishes. My husband frequently breaks dishes because of his physical issues but he likes doing things for himself, so I make sure I have an abundance of those.

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x Hedge — Sat, 06 Apr 2019 17:15:41 GMT

I might store something in plastic but I don't heat it in plastic. So no scorches, and I think those tomato acid stains happen from heating in the plastic too.

I transfer to Corelle or paper bowls for heating, depending on sloppyness rating.

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KingstonsMom — Sat, 06 Apr 2019 17:16:44 GMT

I don't heat anything in my L&L, I transfer the food to a glass bowl/plate for heating.

Something about eating food that's been heated in plastic just doesn't appeal to me.

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Carmie — Sat, 06 Apr 2019 17:17:32 GMT

I try not to nuke anything in plastic ware. When the food gets hot, especially if it is greasy, it will etch into the container and create marks.

i prefer paper or glass to heat thinks up in. I have these great ceramic bowls with lids with a steam escape valve on the top of them. I use them when I know something will be nuked. I put them in DH's lunch box and they work fine.

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WindingRoad — Sat, 06 Apr 2019 17:23:30 GMT

The only scorch marks I have on my Lock and Locks are from DH taking it to work and reheating it there. Guess he'll soon have to buy more sets!

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faeriemoon — Sat, 06 Apr 2019 17:24:43 GMT

I have eliminated 99% of the plastics in my kitchen. I buy glass Snapware at Costco (same kind of closure as L&L) and Marshals/TJM. Although the lids are plastic, the container itself is glass.

I do buy plastic disposable containers for when I send someone home with food, but I don't use them for our food storage.

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Mz iMac — Sat, 06 Apr 2019 17:24:48 GMT

No you are not the only one. Last year, I gave away all of my Rubbermaid plastic bowls to my baby brother.

I now use OXO air tight glass bowls. Matter of fact, I have an OXO kitchen. I just love their products & gadgits.

The only plastic I kept are the gallon & 1/2 gallon L&L pitchers.

Re: I AM A PLASTICWARE FAILURE

faeriemoon — Sat, 06 Apr 2019 17:27:40 GMT

@Mz iMac Agree about OXO; they make really good products!

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RipleyGirl — Sat, 06 Apr 2019 17:37:48 GMT

I'm a convert to glassware too and I'm switching over as plastic containers go.

And don't beat yourself up too much. I've damaged way more things in the kitchen than just plasticware.

Let's just say none of the glasses my DH had when he met me are still in existence.

Re: I AM A PLASTICWARE FAILURE

suzyQ3 — Sat, 06 Apr 2019 17:43:10 GMT

Glassware has its place, but I still prefer plastic (L&L) for storage. I've never had any major problems with it beyond norma. wear and tear. I don't put it in the microwave; I do put it in the dishwasher.

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ValuSkr — Sat, 06 Apr 2019 17:52:51 GMT

I wouldn't ever microwave heat something in a plastic container. I use microwave-safe glass and ceramic.

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January121 — Sat, 06 Apr 2019 18:33:16 GMT

I use L&L all the time for storage & reheating & I never have a problem 🙃

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DiAnne — Sat, 06 Apr 2019 18:39:58 GMT

I don't reheat in plastic either. I did not care for LL so I buy my plastic Rubbermaid containers from Costco. I use plastic containers in freezer and I heat in glass containers.

Re: I AM A PLASTICWARE FAILURE

Mz iMac — Sat, 06 Apr 2019 18:58:19 GMT

@DiAnne wrote:
I use plastic containers in freezer and I heat in glass containers.

@DiAnne

My baby brother also uses the plastic I gave him for storing food in the freezer. He also uses for storage.

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GenXmuse — Sat, 06 Apr 2019 19:26:27 GMT

I’ve switched over to glass storage containers. Much better.

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loriqvc — Sat, 06 Apr 2019 21:06:22 GMT

@eddyandme - I'm surprised you were able to scorch a Sistema; out of curiosity, were you using the regular containers or the pieces that are actually labeled as "cookers"? I have three Sistema multicookers (purchased here at the Q and at Amazon) that are in constant rotation in my meal prep lineup because they're so sturdy and do such a great job. I actually haven't cooked rice, potatoes, or pasta in any other pot in a very long time, and virtually all of my reheating takes place in these vessels as well. I think the fact that they are specifically designed as microwave cookware rather than just being "microwave safe" makes a difference.

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CinNC — Sat, 06 Apr 2019 20:59:26 GMT

Our local news just did a segment on plasticware and safety. They indicated that if it was labeled as 2, 4 or 7 it's really not considered safe.....especially if used for heating. Also said that even handwashing or diswashing will start to degrade it.

wbtv.com - bpa-free-is-not-enough-charlotte-pediatrician-need-rid-your-home-plastics/

"A few other things to remember: One, research has shown acidic food in general just touching* plastic is enough of a chemical reaction to get those harmful chemicals into your food. Foods like, pizza, marinara sauce and organges.

Two, there are safer choices when it comes to plastic storage containers. If look at the bottom of your plastic food storage containers and they have a #2, #4 or #5, those are generally recognized as safe for food and drink. But even when you use the safer plastics, don’t store any acidic or greasy foods in them.

However, if any of your containers have a #3, #6 or #7 -- get rid of those! They’re considered high-risk plastics.

Finally, be sure to throw out any plastic containers that are scratched up, badly worn or are cloudy. And, don’t use any plastic containers in the microwave or dishwasher for improved safety."

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suzyQ3 — Sat, 06 Apr 2019 21:22:37 GMT

@CinNC wrote:
Our local news just did a segment on plasticware and safety. They indicated that if it was labeled as 2, 4 or 7 it's really not considered safe.....especially if used for heating. Also said that even handwashing or diswashing will start to degrade it.

wbtv.com - bpa-free-is-not-enough-charlotte-pediatrician-need-rid-your-home-plastics/

"A few other things to remember: One, research has shown acidic food in general just touching* plastic is enough of a chemical reaction to get those harmful chemicals into your food. Foods like, pizza, marinara sauce and organges.
Two, there are safer choices when it comes to plastic storage containers. If look at the bottom of your plastic food storage containers and they have a #2, #4 or #5, those are generally recognized as safe for food and drink. But even when you use the safer plastics, don’t store any acidic or greasy foods in them.
However, if any of your containers have a #3, #6 or #7 -- get rid of those! They’re considered high-risk plastics.
Finally, be sure to throw out any plastic containers that are scratched up, badly worn or are cloudy. And, don’t use any plastic containers in the microwave or dishwasher for improved safety."

@CinNC, there are no actual studies mentioned as sources in that article.

Red flag for me.