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A container system is optimized for use as a microwave steamer. The container system includes a container, a lid, and a colander disposed between the lid and the container. The colander has smooth sides and integral hand grips. The integral hand grips vent vapor trapped between the colander and the

A container system is optimized for use as a microwave steamer. The container system includes a container, a lid, and a colander disposed between the lid and the container. The colander has smooth sides and integral hand grips. The integral hand grips vent vapor trapped between the colander and the container and allow easy lifting of the colander from the container. The colander also includes slot-like longitudinal openings on a side wall. Additionally, the lid includes a vent aperture which is a grate that prevents spattering of liquids from the container system. The lid is sealably engaged to the opening of the container.

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[ What is claimed is:] [1.] A container system for use in cooking applications, comprising:a container having an opening;a lid configured to sealably engage the opening and to close the container; anda colander sized to fit through the opening and within the container when the lid closes the contain

[ What is claimed is:] [1.] A container system for use in cooking applications, comprising:a container having an opening;a lid configured to sealably engage the opening and to close the container; anda colander sized to fit through the opening and within the container when the lid closes the container, the colander having a side wall terminating at a top rim, the side wall including a plurality of integral recessed portions terminating at the top rim as hand grips, the recessed portions serving as a plurality of vents for relieving gases from under the top rim of the colander.