Buy a Microwave food cover they are plastic and fit on top of what you plan to microwave, you can buy them at Walmart and many other stores, they cost under $5.00. The food spatter is consealed in and on this instead of all over your microwave.. wash the cover as needed ( it has plenty of height so it also cooks the food more evenly and faster) Its a great product! Or just cover your food with paper towel or clear wrap.