Microwave Options
A MICROWAVE OVEN IS THE MOST COMMON SECOND OVEN in kitchens today. In addition to the basic models, there are several microwave-combination ovens that join microwave cooking with other types of heat. The variations include microwave/convection ovens, microwave/ halogen ovens, and microwave/toaster ovens, which take microwaves beyond reheating and making popcorn into the realms of baking, browning, roasting, toasting, and even grilling. A medium-size (1.2 to 1.6 cu. ft.) combination oven can handle roasts and whole chickens.
Over-the-range (OTR) microwaves remain popular in small kitchens and can have a recirculating vent built into the bottom, but such vents are not strong enough for heavy-duty cooktop wizardry. OTR microwaves are also too high for some cooks and may pose traffic conflicts in two-cook kitchens.
Built-in microwave ovens look attractive, but most models are deeper than 1s-in. wall cabinets; that's why more micro-wave ovens are making an appearance in base cabinets or island cabinetry. The right-hinged microwave door remains as elusive as Bigfoot, but several microwave and microwave-combination ovens hinge on the bottom (not OTR models), which can be handy for undercounter or countertop use.
WHEN THE MICROWAVE IS NEEDED, a flip-up door slides completely out of the way into the cabinet. At other times the microwave is hidden behind the flipper door.
RATHER THAN TAKE UP COUNTERTOP SPACE in a small kitchen, a microwave oven fits into a cabinet with a trim kit that allows for ventilation. The compactly designed corner is packed with a pantry at left, cookbook shelves and a phone cubby, a bulletin board, several drawers, and a niche behind the microwave for the cat to dine.
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