If you own the Sharp SMD2499FS Microwave Drawer™ Oven, you already know it’s packed with smart features that make cooking easier and faster. But are you using it to its full potential? We will be diving into three underrated but incredibly useful presets: MELT, SOFTEN, and WARM. These functions do more than just heat food, they help you melt chocolate like a pro, soften butter perfectly, and reheat food evenly without overcooking. Let’s break down what each one does and how to use them.
MELT: Precision Melting for Delicate Ingredients
Whether you’re prepping chocolate for dessert or melting butter for a recipe, the MELT function on the SMD2499FS takes the guesswork out of the process. No more burnt edges or overheated messes, this setting is designed to heat gently and evenly.
How to use MELT
- Touch the “MELT/SOFT/WARM” button once.
- The display will show MELT
- Press START to choose the default setting or press 1-4 to select the food type:
- 1: Butter
- 2: Chocolate
- 3: Cheese
- 4: Marshmallows
- The microwave will prompt you to enter the quantity.
- Press START, and the microwave will do the rest.
Pro Tip: Stir halfway for best results, especially with chocolate or cheese.
SOFTEN: Get it Just Right, Not Melted
Softening isn’t the same as melting. You want your butter spreadable, your cream cheese mixable, and your ice cream scoopable, not liquid! That’s where the SOFTEN function shines.
How to use SOFTEN:
- Touch the “MELT/SOFT/WARM” button twice.
- The display will change to SOFTEN
- Press 1-4 to select the item:
- 1: Butter
- 2: Ice Cream
- 3: Cream Cheese
- 4: Frozen Juice
- Enter the amount using number keys.
- Press START, and your microwave will gently soften without overheating.
Pro Tip: This function is great for baking prep – no more waiting an hour for butter to soften on the counter!
WARM: Keep it Hot Without Overcooking
Reheating leftovers? Warming up soup or a dinner plate? The WARM feature is your go to option. It gently brings food to serving temperature without making it rubbery or dry, a common problem with standard reheating.
How to use WARM :
- Touch the “MELT/SOFT/WARM” button three times.
- The display will read WARM
- Choose the warming category by pressing:
- 1: Dinner plate
- 2: Soup/Sauce
- 3: Casserole
- Enter the quantity or weight if prompted.
- Press START, and let the SMD2499FS do the work
Pro Tip: Use the microwave safe covers to retain moisture while warming.
The MELT/SOFTEN/WARM functions on your Sharp SMD2499FS aren’t just fancy extras, they’re designed to make your everyday cooking smoother, faster, and simply better. Whether you’re a seasoned home chef or just trying to keep dinner stress-free, mastering these features will help you get the most out of your microwave.
