How should you handle a hot dish coming from a microwave or oven?

• A. Use bare hands
• B. Use an oven mitt; place on a heat-safe surface and avoid touching the hot part
• C. Put it on the table immediately
• D. Touch the hot area then move it

Answer: (B)

Handling hot dishes safely means protecting your skin from burns and preventing heat damage to surfaces. When you take a hot dish from the microwave or oven, wear an oven mitt or heat-resistant glove and place the dish on a heat-safe surface. This gives you a secure grip and keeps heat away from your hands, while the heat-safe surface prevents damage to countertops and reduces the risk of nearby items catching fire or getting burned.

Why this is the best approach: an oven mitt shields your hand from direct heat and steam, letting you move or set the dish down without risking a burn. Placing it on a heat-safe surface avoids transferring heat to areas that aren’t designed to handle it. Avoiding direct contact with the hot part prevents skin burns, and attempting to move the dish with bare hands or touching hot areas would likely cause injuries.