Sistema Microwave Steamer - 10 Cups

PROS: • Great steamer for frozen or fresh vegetables, and even rice • Vent on top of lid allows steam to escape, preventing pressure build up that can cause food to explode and splatter all over the inside of the steamer • Slitted basket ensures food stay above the water while allowing the water bellow to evaporate, creating steam that rises and cooks the food evenly • Slitted basket allows for water fill with or without the basket inside • Handle in the middle of the basket makes it easier to lift the food out without using utensils to manually pull it out • Each corner of the lid is raised to provide grip for lifting the lid off more easily • Steaming reduces cook time, allowing vegetables to retain most of its nutrients instead of escaping out into the boiling water when cooking it on a stove • No more waiting for water boil like in traditional stove top cooking • Works great for the student dorm life • Save money on having to purchase cooking bags and dispose of it after each use CONS: • Lid can be cumbersome to put on as other reviewers have mentioned, as it must be aligned properly for the latches to snap into place • Basket handle design is a waste of space as less food can fit since it has to be placed surrounding the handle • "Middle stalk of steamer basket stays cool so you can lift food out after cooking" mentioned in description is deceptive because the "stalk", i.e. handle is still hot from the steam after being cooked, and has to be cooled at least a minute before handling • Lifting tabs are not "cool-to-the-touch" and can cause serious burns if lifted immediately after being cooked, therefore must wait at least a minute for it to cool down before lifting lid off to allow steam to diminish