Reheat

Reheat 50+ types of frozen food, pantry staples, & more!

Tired of soggy leftovers or dried-out frozen dinners? With Anyday’s steam-trapping glass lids, every meal comes out moist, fresh-tasting, and full of flavor. So you can ditch the plastic tray (and harmful microplastics!). Check out our guidelines below.

Anyday’s Reheating Rules of Thumb

It's all about the lid

The lid helps food reheat more evenly and faster while keeping the microwave clean. Steam escapes when needed, so food doesn’t dry out or splatter.

Add water

A small amount of water jumpstarts steam, helping frozen food heat faster and more evenly, especially vegetables, grains, and leftovers

Spread food into an even layer

A flatter surface reheats more evenly than food piled in the center.

Frozen foods need more time

Expect frozen leftovers to take about 50–100% more time than refrigerated leftovers, depending on thickness.

“Fluffy/loose” foods heat faster

Foods like rice, pasta, or broccoli reheat faster than thicker foods like mashed potatoes, soup, or stews because heat moves through them more easily. When reheating these foods, start at the lower end of the time range.

Food density affects reheating time

Thick, smooth, or compact foods need more time because microwaves take longer to heat through a dense mass. When reheating these foods, start at the higher end of the time range.

Quantity matters as much as food type

More food = more time. Even the same recipe will reheat differently at 2 cups versus 8 cups.

General time ranges by Anyday dish size:

2-cup dish: start with 1–2 minutes

4-cup dish: start with 3–4 minutes

8-cup dish: start with 6–8 minutes

When thinking in cups of food:

Most foods take about 1–2 minutes per cup to reheat, depending on their texture. Fluffy/loose foods like rice, pasta, or broccoli usually need closer to 1 minute per cup, while thicker or denser foods like mashed potatoes, soup, or stews need closer to 2 minutes per cup. When reheating more than 1 cup, add about 1 minute for each additional cup, then adjust as needed.

Reheat like a Pro

Food	Typical Amount	Reheat Time
Canned Soup	1 cup (8 oz)	2–3 minutes
Canned Chili	1 cup	2–3 minutes
Canned Beans	1 cup	2–3 minutes
Canned Pasta in Sauce	1 cup	~2 minutes
Canned Vegetables (drained)	1 cup	1.5–2 minutes
Ready-to-Heat Rice Pouch	1 pouch (~8 oz)	1.5–2 minutes
Ready-to-Heat Grain Pouch	1 pouch (~8 oz)	1.5–2 minutes
Shelf-Stable Curry Pouch	1 pouch (~8 oz)	1.5–2 minutes
Instant Oatmeal	~1 cup cooked	1.5–2 minutes
Mac & Cheese Cup	~1 cup cooked	1.5–2 minutes

Frozen Food	Typical Amount	Reheat Time
Burrito	1 burrito (5–6 oz)	2–3 minutes
Dinner	1 tray (10–12 oz)	4–6 minutes
Pasta	1 tray (10 oz)	4–5 minutes
Rice or Noodle Bowl	1 tray (10 oz)	4–5 minutes
Dinner	1 tray (12 oz)	5–6 minutes
Personal Pizza	1 6" pizza	2–3 minutes
Pizza Rolls	6–8 pieces	1–2 minutes
Veggie Burger	1 patty	1–2 minutes
Pocket Sandwich	1 pocket	~2 minutes
Dumplings or Potstickers	6 pieces	2–3 minutes
Breakfast Sandwich	1 sandwich	~2 minutes
Pancakes or Waffles	2 pieces	30–60 seconds
Breakfast Sausage	2–4	2–3 minutes
Egg Bites	2 pieces	1–2 minutes
Whole Frozen Fruit Pie	1 pie	6–10 minutes

Cooked Food	Typical Amount	Reheat Time
Rice	1 cup	1–2 minutes
Pasta	1–2 cups	2–3 minutes
Lasagna	1 piece	2–3 minutes
Vegetables	1 cup	1–2 minutes
Chicken	6 oz	2–3 minutes
Meatloaf	1 slice	~2 minutes
Rotisserie Chicken	2 pieces	2–3 minutes
Casserole	1 portion (1–2 cups)	2–3 minutes
Soup	1 bowl (1–2 cups)	2–3 minutes
Stew	1 bowl (1–2 cups)	2–3 minutes
Mac & Cheese	1 cup	2–3 minutes
Mashed Potatoes	1 cup	1–2 minutes
Fried Rice	1–2 cups	2–3 minutes
Noodles	1–2 cups	2–3 minutes
Grain Bowls	1 bowl (~1–2 cups)	2–3 minutes
Curry	1 cup with sauce	2–3 minutes
Burrito	1 large or ½ burrito	2–3 minutes
Enchiladas	2 pieces	2–3 minutes
Quesadilla	1, halved	1–2 minutes
Fried Chicken	2 pieces	2–3 minutes
Barbecue	1 cup meat or 2 ribs	1–2 minutes
Cooked Fish	1 fillet	1–2 minutes
Quiche or Frittata	1 slice	1–2 minutes
Pancakes	2 pancakes	30–60 seconds
Bacon	3 strips	30–60 seconds

Cook These Foods From Frozen

Simply reheat these frozen foods directly in your Anyday — no thawing required!

Frozen Broccoli

Frozen Salmon

Frozen Chicken

Frozen Peas

Frozen Shrimp

Frozen Corn

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FAQs

Why did my food come out unevenly heated?

Uneven heating usually means the food wasn’t stirred halfway through or was layered too thick. For best results, spread food in an even layer and stir or rotate halfway through cooking. The glass helps distribute heat, but the microwave still needs movement for even results.

Why did the lid lift while cooking or reheating?

This is normal. Steam builds as food cooks, and the lid may lift slightly to safely vent excess pressure — even with the knob lifted. Once the steam releases, it settles back down. No need to worry — it’s a sign your dish is working correctly.

Can I microwave frozen meat or fish directly in an Anyday dish?

Yes! Cooking from frozen works beautifully in an Anyday dish — no thawing needed. Add the food to the Anyday, cover with the lid, and cook as directed in the recipe, checking for even doneness along the way.

How do I know when my food is fully reheated?

Look for steam and bubbling around the edges, or check that the internal temperature reaches 165°F for leftovers and frozen meals. Resting the food for a minute under the lid helps finish the job gently and evenly.

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