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" Want to get dinner ready fast? No problem. Today&amp;#039;s microwaves are outfitted with cutting-edge technology and cool new features. To find out which models are worth considering, the Good Housekeeping Institute put 17 models to the test. Here, the winners, with Web-exclusive information.  For an upscale look at an affordable price, the Sharp R-426HS ($169.99) can&amp;#039;t be beat: Its controls are hidden behind the sleek stainless steel door. And it&amp;#039;s not just a beauty \u2014 the oven did a great job all around.   Have a lot of mouths to feed? The Good Housekeeping Institute recommends the full-size, 2.2 cubic foot Panasonic NN-T995SF ($199.95) for large families that use their microwaves for more than simply reheating. The oven offers technology that evenly cooks at lower power levels and helps reduce overcooking. Spacious enough to fit a full-size lasagna dish, it&amp;#039;s also powerful \u2014 it can cook a meatloaf in 10 minutes. What&amp;#039;s more, it simmers soups and sauces without splattering.  Need a space-saving model? Go with the 0.8 cubic foot Sharp R-230KW ($69.99). Compact and easy to operate, it has preprogrammed pads for frequently prepared items, like soup, vegetables, and melted butter. The best of the small microwaves we tested, it cooked evenly and turned out perfect popcorn.  At 1 cubic foot, the Kenmore Elite Speedcook 64282 ($229.99 at sears.com.) does such a great job baking, it can double as a second oven (thanks to its convection fan and heater). Another plus: This pick isn&amp;#039;t big and boxy like other combination units. Comes in black or white.   Of all 17 models we tested, the LG LCRM1240 ($179) was the top performer \u2014 and the easiest to use. At 1.2 cubic feet, it has sensors that let you prepare commonly cooked foods without selecting a time and power level. This standout has another perk: a built-in six-cup coffeemaker with a programmable timer. We also liked the cutting-edge GE JES1289SK ($129 at homedepot.com ), which includes a rotisserie spit for turning out mouthwatering meats. The stylish, 1.2 cubic foot microwave has a special grilling mode, which uses top and/or bottom heating elements to cook without microwave energy. Plus, there&amp;#039;s a special crisping mode, perfect for frozen French fries and pizza crusts. Sold exclusively at Wal-Mart stores.  The sensor and warming features of the 1.7 cubic foot GE Profile JVM1790 SK ($739 at brandsource.com) performed very well in the Good Housekeeping Research Institute&amp;#039;s tests \u2014 plus the oven has a built-in venting fan and rangetop lighting. We roasted a chicken to golden-brown perfection in half the time needed in a regular oven. Need menu ideas to go along with your new machine? This upscale model also comes with a 142-page cookbook.  The Right Way to Clean Splatters slow down cooking, so make sure you wipe them off immediately (this will also help prevent bad odors). Use a glass or multisurface cleanser like Formula 409, but remember: Spritzing into the unit&amp;#039;s vent holes could do damage. So spray the cleanser on a sponge, not directly on the oven. A Timing Secret In an oven with 1,000 watts, it should take about five minutes to defrost any food (on the Low setting) or cook any food (on the High setting). Add a minute if your oven has lower wattage; subtract for higher wattage. How to Get Perfect Popcorn Always follow the timing instructions on the bag; don&amp;#039;t use the preset button on the microwave. And when you notice there&amp;#039;s a one- to two-second pause between pops, press stop right away \u2014 or you&amp;#039;ll end up with burned kernels. What to Watch Out For If the door or the window seal is damaged, don&amp;#039;t use the oven. Call for service or replace the unit. "^^<http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema#string>
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