he Magic Crisp Microwave Crisper is nothing short of ingenious. Why you may ask? Because the brilliant minds of the As Seen On TV world simply grabbed a 25 year old product and brought it back with a new twist.
That's right, the Magic Crisp is nothing more than an updated version of the old Bacon Tray which a lot of us might have used a few decades ago. Now, don't get me wrong, the bacon tray was terrific and so is the new version. Both are well worth having and bringing out a newer microwave crisper was a great idea.
The premise behind the product is simple. Find a way to keep things from getting wet and soggy while cooking in the microwave. I wouldn't say this will add a crunch to the food, but it will help the food keep the crunch it may have had to start with.
It works by providing a raised ridge surface which allows heat to travel beneath the food and cook perfectly even. The space between the cooking surface and the food item allows for the dispersion of moisture and therefor eliminates the build up of water which is a big problem for microwave cooking in general.
Just keeping food drier is a major victory, but the design also allows the oils to disperse when you are cooking or reheating fried foods. Not only is this more healthy, but if the grease and oil have no where to travel and soak back into the food, they obviously become moist and soggy. This is what I meant when I said it helps maintain the crunch the food may have had in the first place.
With today's microwavable entrees and snacks, having something like the Magic Crisp is a necessity. The job it does reheating pizza without letting it turn into a cheese sponge is worth the price alone. But, factor in that you can now have crispy fries similar to those from the deep fryer and well done bacon in seconds, you are now dealing with a very functional and useful kitchen accessory.
My belief is that this product will become a major success and literally millions will be sold. You cannot find it in stores just yet, but I believe within a few months it will start popping up on the shelves.