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7 Surprising Things You Can Cook in the Microwave

By Food & Wine Updated July 31, 2017
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We know, we know: you're thinking fish sticks and hot pockets. But look below for seven surprisingly fancy foods you can cook from start to finish in the microwave.This article originally appeared on PureWow.com.
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Mushroom Risotto (28 minutes)

Mushroom Risotto (28 minutes)
Credit: © Gimme Some Oven / Courtesy of PureWow

Stirring stove-top risotto can be a real drag. Get the recipe

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Sweet Potato Chips (5 minutes)

Sweet Potato Chips (5 minutes)
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Because all veggies taste batter in chip form. Get the recipe

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Coffee Mug Frittata (70 seconds)

Coffee Mug Frittata (70 seconds)
Credit: © St. Louis Today / Courtesy of PureWow

Mornings can be hectic... Get the recipe

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Brownies (70 seconds)

Brownies (70 seconds)
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Haven't you always dreamed of home-made brownies at the snap of your fingers. Get the recipe

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Mac and Cheese (10 minutes)

Mac and Cheese (10 minutes)
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This instant mac 'n cheese is far better than the boxed stuff. Get the recipe

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Baked Oatmeal (3 minutes)

Baked Oatmeal (3 minutes)
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Top it with milk, cinnamon, raisons, apple, banana, or whatever your heart desires. Get the recipe

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Chocolate Chip Cookies (6 minutes)

Chocolate Chip Cookies (6 minutes)
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Unleash the cookie monster within. Get the recipeFor all the surprising things you can cook in the microwave visit PureWow.com.

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    1 of 7 Mushroom Risotto (28 minutes)
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