I used a bag last night to steam Brussel sprouts. I did them 3 mins as I had to guess at the time because they weren't listed. They were a bit over cooked, but still tasty.
I emailed Glad about the dangers of using plastic for cooking and also if the bags could be rinsed out and reused. Here is their reply. Of course they had to add a disclaimer about reusing them because there will be someone that will get sick and want to sue.
Thank you for contacting us about Glad Simply Cooking Microwave Steaming Bags. We always appreciate hearing from our consumers.
This is to certify that the Glad food containers, wraps, storage bags and other food contact products (GLAD® Press 'n Seal® Versatile Sealing Wrap, GLAD® Press'n Seal Freezer® Sealable Wrap, GLAD® Cling Wrap, GladWare® Food Containers, GLAD® OvenWare, GLAD® SimplyCooking Microwave Steaming Bags, GLAD® Food Storage Bags, GLAD® Freezer Bags, GLAD® Sandwich Bags, GLAD® Straws) do not contain Polycarbonate nor is Bisphenol A used as a raw material in their production.
Also, the Glad trash bags (GLAD® ForceFlex® Bags, GLAD® Drawstring Bags, GLAD® Quick-Tie® Bags, GLAD® Odor Shield® Bags, GLAD® Specialty Bags are not made of Polycarbonate nor is Bisphenol A used as a raw material in their production.
We suggest that GLAD SimplyCooking Microwave Steaming Bags not be reused, due to possible cross contamination.
Again, thank you for contacting us.
Sincerely,
James Micheals
Consumer Response Representative
Consumer Services
Lenora & Choco
This message was edited by AlmostThere on 10-8-08 @ 12:24 PM