Stove Top Cooking Instructions: Place the desired amount of frozen vegetables in a small amount (1/2 to 1 cup) of boiling salted water. Bring the water rapidly to a second boil. Cover the pan and reduce heat. Cook gently for 7 to 9 minutes or until tender. Avoid overcooking. Microwave Oven Cooking Instructions: To cook 16 ounces (about 6 servings) place frozen vegetables in a 2-quart microwave safe casserole dish with good fitting cover. Add two tablespoons of water and cook on high setting for three minutes. Stir the vegetables and cook on high for an additional 6 to 7 minutes. Allow the casserole to stand for 2 minutes after cooking before opening. Note: Microwave cooking times vary among individual ovens – avoid overcooking. Cook to 165° F for quality and food safety. 12 oz. Steamable Package Microwave Cooking Instructions 1. Stand package upright (or lay face down) in microwave oven. Do not puncture package. 2. Microwave on high for 5 to 6 minutes. * Microwave ovens will vary in power. During cooking, the bag will slowly inflate. Special vents in the bag will allow the steam to escape while cooking. Steam should escape from fully inflated bag for about 30 seconds. 3. Allow the bag to stand for 2 minutes before opening. Carefully handle bag at top corners. 4. Tear or cut the top of the bag open where indicated.5. Pour contents out, mix well, and season to taste. Enjoy! Stove Top Cooking Instructions: 1. Place the desired amount of frozen vegetables in a small amount (1/2 to 1 cup) of boiling water. 2. Bring the water rapidly to a second boil. 3. Cover the pan and reduce heat. Cook gently for 5 to 8 minutes or until tender. Avoid overcooking. Cook to 165°F for quality and food safety. 10 oz. Steamable Cooking Instructions: (microwave) 1. Place face down in microwave safe dish. Do not puncture package. 2. Microwave on High Power for 3.5 to 4 minutes Microwave ovens will vary in power. During cooking, the bag will slowly inflate. Special vents in the bag will allow steam to escape while cooking. The pouch should cook inflated at full steam pressure for about 30 seconds. Cook until heated thoroughly (165°F) but avoid overcooking. 3. Let bag to stand for 2 minutes before opening. Carefully handle bag at corners and shake gently to mix. Tear or cut the top of the bag open. Pour contents out and mix well. Enjoy! Microwave cook times vary with ovens- avoid over/under cooking.