Directions; Press each hot dog down into spikes to puncture and secure. Add 1 tsp of water or other lq of choice, in each well for each hot dog. If only cooking 2 hot dogs, place hot dogs in outer most wells, not next to each other. Close cover, add hot dog buns to top if required, then place in microwave. For each hot dog, microwave on med. - high for 20 seconds up to 1 minute, 20 seconds 4 hot dogs total. Use caution when removing cooker from microwave. Let stand for 1 minute before serving. Hand wash with warm soapy water before use. The Hot Dog Cooker includes an extra compartment that is perfect to hold and heat your favorite side dishes such as chili, cheese or beans. Enjoy!!