You'll be hard pressed to a find a better value on a stainless steel microwave than the Kenmore 1.1 Cubic Foot Stainless Steel Microwave Oven 66223. This model (Sears item 02066223000) doesn't have all the top-of-the-line features, but it does offer plenty for the money. It's well built with a medium-size capacity of 1.1 cubic feet. This size is sufficient for a couple of people or a family that uses a microwave oven primarily for reheating. Those using a microwave oven to cook for a crowd may want to step up to something larger or more fully featured.

If speed is your thing, you will be quite pleased with the performance of this 1100-watt model. It's fast and preprogrammed with nine frequently used settings. It lacks a sensor so you will need to be accurate in terms of quantities and portion sizes to achieve the best results. Homeowners with plenty of meat, poultry, and fish in the freezer will be happy to know that this microwave is preprogrammed to thaw these foods by weight. Simply input the weight off of the package and the automated defrost setting handles the calculations for you. Large casserole dishes fit in the microwave thanks to a recessed turntable, although you may not get the benefit of its rotation. Ten power levels, a 12-hour electronic clock, and a child lockout feature complete the package and make this a purchase worth looking into.


For more information:
Sears/Kenmore
3333 Beverly Rd.
Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
1-800-349-4358
www.kenmore.com