Finally some good news in this world!

From: https://tinyurl.com/mw3ftf63 (tasteofhome.com)

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Cup Noodles Finally Got the Change We've Been Waiting 50 Years For

The beloved soup cup is more convenient than ever.

By Annie Campbell
Updated on November 3, 2023

Just in time for soup season, we got some great news about our
favorite ready-made soup staple: Cup Noodles (aka "Cup of Noodles").

Over the decades, Cup Noodles has become an internationally-loved
comfort meal. The personal-sized soups are reliable, budget-friendly
(especially when on sale at Costco), and the perfect thing to cure a
salty food craving. However, there is one aspect of the Cup Noodles
product that's somewhat of a design flaw.

For as long as it has existed in the U.S. (since 1973), the noodle
cup has been made of polystyrene, which is not microwave-safe.
Finally, the brand is launching a new kind of cup that's
microwavable, making the on-the-go meal even more convenient.

Microwavable Cup Noodles Are Finally Here

According to a press release, Cup Noodles will debut a new paper cup
design in early 2024 that is microwave-safe. This change will apply
across all Cup Noodles flavors including chicken, beef, shrimp,
spicy, curry, and vegetable.

Now, if you're thinking, Wait a minute-haven't they always been
microwavable?, the answer is no (and probably should be taken as your
sign to start paying attention to package instructions). When exposed
to high temperatures, polystyrene cups can melt or release
potentially harmful chemicals into your food, which is why the
package instructions don't have a microwave option.

Originally, to make the noodles, you would have to start by boiling
water. Then, you'd pour the hot water into the cup, stir, and let it
sit for about 5 minutes until cooked.

Finally, the days of pulling out the kettle are over. The whole meal
can come together in even fewer steps (and in less time) All you have
to do is add water and stick it in the microwave-after 2 minutes and
15 seconds, your hot cup of soup is served.

The polystyrene-free packaging launch does a 2-in-1 job, meeting
customers' cooking needs while also demonstrating a new commitment to
sustainable packaging. The new cup will be made with 40% recycled
fiber, feature a sleeve made with 100% recycled paper, and no longer
require plastic wrap.

"This updated packaging and the new paper cup marks an important
milestone for Cup Noodles and a key step in our environmental
commitment," said Michael Price, President and CEO of Nissin Foods
USA.

Luckily, nothing about the flavor or quality of the soup is expected
to change, so we can keep relying on our favorite soup solution as
usual-perhaps for another 50 years.
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