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Cooking Bell Peppers and Onions in the Microwave

Published Jan,24 2012 | By Christopher Godwin

Bell peppers and onions are commonly used ingredients in many recipes, and when celery is added, it is referred to as a mirepoix, a mainstay of classic French cooking.

Christopher Godwin is a freelance writer from Los Angeles. He spent his formative years as a chef and bartender crafting signature dishes and cocktails as the head of an upscale catering firm. He has since ventured into sharing original creations and expertise with the public. Godwin has published poetry, fiction and nonfiction in publications like "Spork Magazine," "Cold Mountain Review" and "From Abalone To Zest."