On Thu, 18 Jun 2009 16:31:17 -0400, "jmcquown" >
wrote:

>">Stu" > wrote in message
.. .
>> On Thu, 18 Jun 2009 02:15:58 -0700 (PDT), Tommy Joe
>> > wrote:
>>
>>> I have a question that seems stupid. But my belief is that there
>>>is no such thing as a stupid question. So here it is. I've been
>>>buying those over-priced microwave steamer bags since they came out,
>>>mainly, almost exclusively, for steaming chicken.
>(much snippage)
>>>
>>>Tommy Joe
>>
>>
>> Some plastics are only made for storage and not for cooking.
>> There was a study up here that found that the cheap plastic containers
>> are only for storage and not even acceptable for re-heating foods.
>> These release toxins that can leach into the food when used in the
>> microwave. I'd advise against it.
>
>
>Where exactly is "up here"? You really need to be specific since we have no
>clue where you are.

Jill, you know I'm in Canada, have you forgotten so quick?

>
>And to the OP, why would you want to steam chicken? You should poach it, if
>that's the end result you want... which is basically bland, nearly rubber
>chicken breast halves.
>
>Jill <---doesn't cook in plastic