LG NN-E442WB Owner's manual

WB
BB
MB
When
in this book
using recipes
Do not combine the two. In
equivalent
due to
Important
result.
recipe
Notice
The IEC
900W
The
E
Microwave
Your
oven
power output
heating category
for small
(watts)
packs
of
food
symbol
times
door, indicates
(IEC). When using other cookbooks remember to
accordingly. The symbol above, which is displayed on your
the heating category for your oven when cooking or
convenience foods.
reheating
Your
(60705)
is rated 900 Watts
adjust cooking
oven
always follow metric or imperial measurements.
recipes the conversions are not a direct
some
is rated 'E', which is very efficient. It is therefore very important that
you refer carefully to the packet instructions on convenience foods.
Some packet instructions only display information for B or D rated ovens. We
oven
therefore
provide
additional
guidelines
for
ALWAYS check the progress of the food
the door.
reheating
as
it cooks
on
or
pages 22-26 of this book.
reheats by simply opening
Failure to follow the instructions
given in this Cookbook and Operating
Instructions, may affect the recipe result and in some instances may be
dangerous.
Customer Care Centre
Selected
Spares
Order direct
telephoning
08705 357357
and Accessories:
on line at www.panasonic.co.uk or by
the Customer Care Centre number above.
Contents
Safety
Information ...............................................................................................2
..........................................................................................3
Unpacking your
oven
Care
...................................................................................................4
+
cleaning
Parts of your
Important
oven
...............................................................................................5
Information .......................................................................................6-7
Microwaving Principles........................................................................................8
Control Panel.......................................................................................................9
General Guidelines ......................................................................................10-11
Containers to
Operating
Auto
use
.........................................................................................12-13
Instructions ..................................................................................14-15
Weight Defrosting
.....................................................................................16
Defrost Guidelines............................................................................................17
Defrosting Charts
Auto
..............................................................................................18
Weight Cooking
...................................................................................19-20
Cooking/Reheating
Guidelines .........................................................................21
Reheating/Cooking
Charts...........................................................................22-26
Recipes
........................................................................................................27-34
Technical
Specifications ....................................................................................35
1
Important safety instructions
carefully and keep for future reference
Read
This
appliance
plug
is
supplied
with
a
moulded three
for your safety and convenience.
A 13 amp fuse is fitted in this plug. Should the
fuse need to be replaced, please ensure that
pin
the
mains
replacement fuse has a rating of 13 amps
approved by ASTA or BSI to
BSI mark
on
the
body
are
code:
Earth. Blue: Neutral. Brown:
Live.
this
appliance may not correspond with the
markings identifying the terminals
your plug, proceed as follows:
the
or
Green-and-yellow:
following
As the colours of the wire in the mains lead of
and that it is
BS1362. Check for the ASTA mark
IMPORTANT: The wires in this mains lead
coloured in accordance with the
coloured
of the fuse.
in
The wire which is coloured GREEN-ANDIf the fuse
cover
is
detachable,
YELLOW must be connected to the terminal in
never use
plug with the cover omitted. If a
replacement fuse cover is required,
the
the
is the
same
colour
as
that visible
on
ensure
the
it
pin
face of the
can
be
plug. A replacement fuse cover
purchased from your local Panasonic
plug
which is marked with the letter E
the Earth
symbol
or
by
or
coloured GREEN
or
GREEN-AND-YELLOW.
The wire which is coloured BLUE must be
connected to the terminal in the
plug
which is
Dealer.
marked with the letter N
HOW TO REPLACE THE FUSE
The wire which is coloured BROWN must be
or
coloured BLACK.
connected to the terminal in the
Open
the fuse
compartment with
marked with the letter L
plug
which is
coloured RED.
a
screwdriver and
replace
or
the fuse.
When this
is installed it should be easy to
oven
isolate the
appliance from the electricity supply
by pulling out the plug or operating a circuit
breaker.
IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS
UNSUITABLE FOR THE SOCKET OUTLET IN
YOUR HOME THEN THE FUSE SHOULD BE
REMOVED AND THE PLUG CUT OFF AND
DISPOSED OF SAFELY AND AN
APPROPRIATE ONE FITTED. THERE IS A
Voltage & Power
The voltage used must be the same as
specified on this microwave oven. Using a
higher voltage than that which is specified
is dangerous and may result in a fire or
other type of accident causing damage.
DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL SHOCK
IF THE CUT OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTO
Do not immerse
ANY 13 AMP SOCKET.
cord away from heated surfaces. Do not
let cord hang over the edge of table or work top.
If a new plug is to be fitted, please observe the
wiring code as shown opposite. If in any doubt,
please consult a qualified electrician (For U.K.
Models only).
cord, plug
or oven
in water.
Keep
Do not
as
this
the
plug
can
oven
your oven in via an extension cable
be dangerous. It is important to plug
directly
into
a
wall socket.
The back of the
WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE
appliance heats up during use.
Do not allow the cord to be in contact with the
EARTHED.
back of the
2
appliance
or
cabinet surface.
Unpacking
1.
your
Placement of your
oven
Examine Your Oven
Unpack
remove
oven,
and examine the
as
oven
Oven must be
1.
all
packing material,
for any damage such
dents, broken door latches
or
placed
oven
flat, stable
on a
surface 850mm above floor level. For
proper operation, the oven must have
sufficient air flow. ie 5cm/2" at one side, the
cracks in
the door.
Notify dealer immediately if unit is
damaged. Do NOT install if unit is damaged.
other
being open;
15cm/6" clear over
the
top; 10cm/4"
the
rear.
6"
at
4"
2"
open
Do not
2.
place
microwave
a
shelf
the
oven on
directly
above
a gas or
electric hob. This may be a safety hazard
and the oven may be damaged.
2. Guarantee
Your
receipt
safely.
is your
guarantee, please keep
Do not block air vents
3.
bottom
3. Cord
If the supply cord
damaged, it must
manufacturer
or
of this
vents. If air vents
be
operation,
its
similarly qualified
appliance is
replaced by the
service agent or a
oven
person in order to avoid
damage
If these
oven
inoperable
appliance
should be
inspected
to the door seals and door seal
4.
areas.
damaged the appliance
should not be operated until it has been
repaired by a service technician trained by
Do not
your
the oven in a safe way and
understands the hazards of improper
2.
blocked
during
may overheat. If the
thermal safety device will
a
off. The
with blank
oven
will remain
display
until it has
operation
of the
of Accessories
accidentally
failure,
use.
turned
oven can
on.
only
In
case
of electronic
be turned off at wall
socket.
oven.
DO NOT OPERATE THE OVEN EMPTY. The
WITHOUT FOOD IN THE OVEN.
Storage
Do not store any objects other than oven
accessories inside the oven in case it is
Ensure that children do not touch the hot
after
are
oven
oven
use
casing
and
outdo rs.
the
Only allow children to use the oven without
supervision when adequate instructions
have been given so that the child is able to
outer
rear
use
manufacturer.
1.
the
cooled.
for
areas are
Using
the
overheats,
turn the
a
hazard.
N.B. The
on
top of the cabinet. Do not place
any articles on the top of the oven over the
or
Operation
appliance
when
must not be
operated
empty will damage the appliance.
3
Care &
Cleaning
As microwaves work
on
of your Microwave Oven
food
particles, keep
1. Switch the
2.
3.
oven off before cleaning and
unplug at socket if possible.
Keep the inside of the oven, door seals and
door seal areas clean. When food splatters
or spilled liquids adhere to oven walls, door
seals and door seal areas wipe off with a
damp cloth. Mild detergent may be used if
they get very dirty. The use of harsh
detergent or abrasives is not recommended.
Your oven cavity is constructed of zinc
coated steel, painted with an extremely
durable coating. After use, the oven interior
should be wiped out to remove any
remaining water in order to reduce the risk of
corrosion to the cavity and door.
The cavity and door can be damaged by
abrasive cleaners and sharp objects so care
must be taken to avoid damage caused in
this way. If the cavity or door become
damaged the lining may begin to corrode.
Providing the above precautions are taken
regarding the cleaning and care of your oven
the life of the cavity and door may be
your
5.
The outside
with
6.
7.
from
STOP/CANCEL Pad to clear
If steam accumulates inside
around the
or
door, wipe with
a
soft
leakage.
occasionally necessary to remove the
glass turntable for cleaning. Wash the tray
It is
in
soapy water.
8. The roller ring and oven
cavity floor should
regularly to avoid excessive
noise. Simply wipe the bottom surface of the
oven, particularly the turntable spindle and
the area surrounding this, with mild
detergent and hot water then dry with a
clean cloth. The roller ring may be washed in
mild soapy water. Cooking vapours collect
during repeated use but in no way affect the
bottom surface or the roller ring wheels.
After removing the roller ring from cavity floor
for cleaning, be sure to replace it in the
proper position.
be cleaned
N.B. The
appliance should be inspected for
damage to the door seals and door seal
areas. If these areas are damaged the
appliance should not be operated until it has
been repaired by a service technician trained
by the manufacturer.
Support).
It is
hazardous for anyone other than
competent person
repair operation
a cover
a
to carry out any service or
3.
which
Oven
The
which involves the removal
gives protection against
to
tamper with
or
make any
adjustments or repairs to door, control panel
housing, safety interlock switches or any
other
part of the
panel
from
oven.
Do not
remove
outer
oven.
The door seals and door seal
kept
clean
--
use a
areas
should
damp
cloth.
must be
manufacturer. DO NOT
the outer
Door Seals
attempt
Light
lamp
oven
replaced by
by the
a
service technician trained
exposure to microwave energy.
4
oven
cleaning touch
display window.
oven
After
on.
warm
REQUIRES A SERVICE
be
prevent the
no way indicates a
malfunction of the unit or microwave
call your local Panasonic
engineer (08705 357357
always
clean
harsh
oven
Service
Do not
dirty,
use
conditions and in
WHEN YOUR OVEN
2.
not
cloth. This may occur when the microwave
oven is operated under high humidity
not be allowed to seep into the ventilation
of
door open to
outside of the
openings.
Customer
soft, dry cloth. Do
accidentally turning
damp cloth. To prevent damage to the
operating parts inside the oven, water should
1.
a
oven
a
Maintenance of your
clean at all times.
detergents or abrasives on Control Panel.
When cleaning the Control Panel, leave the
surface should be cleaned
oven
IMPORTANT
If the Control Panel becomes
with
extended.
4.
oven
-
4.
Spare
casing
attempt
from the
to remove
oven.
Parts
These may be ordered from Customer Care
Centre (08705 357357). Ensure you quote
correct model number.
Parts of Your Oven
1.
Do not
Ring
2.
operate the
oven
without the Roller
and Glass Turntable in
Only use the Glass Turntable specifically
designed for this oven. Do not substitute
If Glass Turntable is
before
4.
cleaning
or
hot, allow
placing
6.
or
touches
utensil
to cool
in water.
oven
7.
walls, causing the turntable
glass
door, reposition the food and
The Glass Turntable
rotate in either
can
While
MICROWAVE the
cooking by
cooking performance.
Glass Turntable
The
oven
turntable may vibrate. This will not affect
8.
on
Open
rotate
direction. This is normal.
weight that can be
placed on the turntable is 4 Kg (8 lb 14 oz)
(this includes total weight of food and dish).
Do not cook directly on Glass Turntable.
Always place food in a microwave safe
dish. The only exception to this is when
cooking Jacket Potatoes or Auto Program
If food
opposite
direction. The maximum
Jacket Potatoes.
5.
stop moving, it will automatically
in the
restart.
with any other Glass Turntable.
3.
to
place.
Arcing
may
food is
used,
used
if the incorrect
occur
weight
of
metal container has been
or a
accidentally. If this
immediately.
occurs,
stop the
machine
Glass Turntable
turntable and roller ring
the only
Cooking.
are
accessories used for Microwave
External Air Vents
See-through
Oven Window
Door
Lock
Safety
System
Microwave Feed Guide
Control Panel
Door
Lock
Safety
System
Roller
Ring
1. The Roller
Pull Door
frequently
Pull to open the door
Opening the door during
cooking
will
and
oven
cancelling
to
prevent
excessive noise.
stop the cooking
process without
the
program. Cooking resumes as
soon as the door is closed and
Start is
Ring
floor should be cleaned
2. The Roller
Ring must always
together with the
Turntable for cooking.
be used
Glass
pressed.
5
Important
Information
4.
Safety
If smoke
or a
fire
Stop/Cancel pad
--
occurs in the oven, press
and leave the door closed in
microwave
may explode even
after microwave
heating has ended.
5.
Potatoes, apples,
foods and utensils used. As you become familiar
with the oven, you will be able to adjust these
factors.
yolk, whole
vegetables and
undercooked,
overcooked, nothing
with minimum
always
cooking. If food
done. Always start
for further
can
cooking
be
6.
cooking times are
spoiled and in extreme
possibly damage
of the
1.
a
sudden boil
Small
should be taken:
care
a)
b)
Do not overheat.
Stir the
heating
e)
placing the container
again halfway through the
time.
heating,
for
short
allow to stand in the
the container.
heating of beverages can
delayed eruptive boiling,
therefore
handling
7.
oven
time, stirring again before
Microwave
result in
popcorn, biscuits and
pastries. These can easily
burn, dry out or catch on
6
before
and
carefully removing
moisture, eg
bread items, chocolate,
ignite.
liquid
oven
After
a
containers with
necks.
c)
in the
foods low in
long.
using straight-sided
narrow
Foods low in moisture.
Take care when heating
Christmas Pudding.
Christmas puddings and
other foods high in fats or
sugar, eg. jam, mince pies,
must not be over heated.
These foods must never be
left unattended as with over
cooking these foods can
Avoid
if
d)
fire if cooked too
To
possibility the
following steps
FOOD INSIDE.
3.
over
liquid.
prevent this
NEVER OPERATE THE OVEN WITHOUT
2.
other foods must not be heated
When
of the hot
the interior
quantities of food.
when heating
small quantities of food as
these can easily burn, dry out or catch fire
cooked too long. Always set short cooking
times and check the food frequently.
fork
This could result in
exceeded
oven.
Take
a
they are liable to
heating liquids, eg soup,
sauces and beverages in your microwave
oven, overheating the liquid beyond boiling
point can occur without evidence of bubbling.
circumstances could catch fire
and
Liquids.
Liquids and
explode.
is
times.
If the recommended
of food
non
in sealed containers since
Important.
the food will be
are
examples
porous
skins. These must be pierced using
before cooking to prevent bursting.
be
can
sausages
with
It is better to undercook rather than overcook
it
Foods with Skins.
egg
Cooking times given in the cookbook are
approximate. Factors that may affect cooking
times are: preferred degree of cooking, starting
temperature, altitude, volume, size and shape of
oven
since
ovens
they
Short Cooking Times
As microwave cooking times are much shorter
than other cooking methods it is essential that
recommended cooking times are not exceeded
without first checking the food.
returned to the
in their shell and
Eggs
panel.
foods. If food is
Carefully
Eggs.
whole hard-boiled eggs
should not be heated in
order to stifle any flames. Disconnect the power
cord, or shut off the power at the fuse or the
circuit breaker
Read
Boiled
care
shall be taken when
the container.
Lids.
Always remove the
and takeaway food
lids of
jars
and containers
containers before you
microwave them. If you don't then steam and
might
explosion even
has stopped.
pressure
8.
build up inside and cause an
after the microwave cooking
Fat Frying.
Do not attempt to
Deep
fat
fry
in your
deep
oven.
Information
Important
Meat Thermometer.
Use a meat thermometer
to check the degree of
cooking of roasts and
9.
poultry only
--
12.
when meat
has been removed from
the microwave. If
undercooked,
a
few
more
Paper,
When
plastic
continue to conduct to the centre, thus
eliminating cold spots.
13.
the
operation of the
that it is wiped out
regularly. Use warm
oven
paper
possibility
soapy water, squeeze
the cloth out well and
an eye
due to the
oven
of
ignition.
Do
use to remove any
grease or food from the
interior. Pay particular
attention to the door seal area and also the
areas around the microwave feed guide
situated on the right hand side of the cavity
wall. The oven should be unplugged when
not use wire twist-ties
with
roasting bags
arcing will occur
Do not
Your Oven Clean.
safe
Plastic.
food in
containers, keep
on
Keeping
It is essential for the
heating
or
as
re-cycled paper products, eg
they say they are
specifically designed for use in a microwave
oven. These products contain impurities
which may cause sparks and/or fires when
use
Kitchen roll unless
cleaning.
14. Utensils.
used.
Before
check that utensils/containers
use
suitable for
11
.
rest
a
time which allows the heat in the food to
minutes at the recommended
microwaving.
Carefully
Standing Time.
Standing time refers
to the period at the
end of cooking or
reheating when food
is left before being
eaten, ie. it is
return to the oven and cook for
power level. Do not leave a conventional
meat thermometer in the oven when
10.
Read
use
in microwave
are
ovens.
Reheating.
It is essential that reheated food is served
"piping
15. Babies Bottles and Food Jars.
hot".
When
Remove the food
from the
oven
top and
and
before
"piping hot",
being
checking
top of the
thoroughly
temperature. The lid
sauce
be stirred
is
you
before the
bubbling. (If
wish you may
choose to check the
use
--
consumption
but
in order to
avoid burns.
this thermometer
16.
microwave.)
For foods that cannot be
stirred, eg lasagne,
the centre should be cut with
a
knife to test it is well heated
if
a
manufacturer's
temperature
be carried out before
food thermometer
remember do not
shaken
or
is checked. This should
food has reached
shepherds pie,
jars,
the contents must also
parts and any
through.
Even
instructions have
packet
always check the food is
before serving and if in doubt
been followed
hot
the
from babies food
emitted from all
piping
always
at the
must also be removed
steam is
inside the
Liquid
bottom and must be shaken
ie
a
teat.
bottle will be much hotter than that at the
check that it is
72˚C with
babies bottles
reheating
remove
return your food to the oven for further
Arcing.
Arcing may
been used
weight
if
a
metal container has
of food is used.
flashes of
oven.
occur
accidentally
light
or
if the incorrect
Arcing
are seen
is when blue
in the microwave
If this occurs, stop the machine
If the oven is left unattended
immediately.
and this continues it
can
damage
the
machine.
heating.
17. Maximum
Weight on Turntable
weight that can be placed on
the turntable is 4 Kg (8 lb 4 oz) (this includes
total weight of food and dish).
The maximum
7
Microwaving Principles
IMPORTANT NOTES
Microwave energy has been used in this country to cook
and reheat food since early experiments with RADAR in
The dish used to cook
World War II. Microwaves
warm
all the time, both
Manmade
naturally
sources
present in the atmosphere
are
and from manmade
sources.
include radar, radio, television,
telecommunication links and
car
reheat the food will
during cooking,
as
the heat conducts from the
food. Even in
oven
phones.
or
get
gloves
microwaving,
required!
are
MICROWAVES CANNOT
PASS THROUGH METAL
AND THEREFORE
HOW MICROWAVES COOK FOOD
METAL COOKING
UTENSILS CAN NEVER
In
a
microwave oven,
electricity
is converted
into microwaves
the
by
BEUSEDINA
MICROWAVE, FOR
COOKING ON
MICROWAVE ONLY
MAGNETRON
Foods Not Suitable for
13
Cooking by
fused socket
Amp
Microwave
Yorkshire
The microwaves bounce
Souffles, Double Crust
off the metal walls
Pastry
and the metal door
rely
dry external heat to
cook correctly, do not
attempt to cook by
Then
be
they pass through
cooking containers to
absorbed by the water
molecules in the food, all
foods contain water to
more or
Water Molecule
The microwaves
which
causes
cause
particles,
(4-5 cm)
can
and
as
conduction, just
are
Absorption
Vibration
as
in
a
of 11G2-2 inches
food
microwave.
Foods that
fat
frying
by
traditional oven, the food cooks
require deep
cannot be
cooked either.
Boiled
Eggs
Do not boil eggs in your
microwave. Raw eggs
boiled in their shells can
explode
and
serious
injury
cause
STANDING TIME
When
also attracted to fat and sugar
in these will cook more quickly.
high
only penetrate to a depth
heat spreads through the
from the outside inwards.
8
lesser extent.
the water molecules to vibrate
and foods
Microwaves
a
FRICTION, ie. HEAT. This heat then cooks
the food. Microwaves
Pies.
on
TRANSMISSION
the
Puddings,
Because these foods
screen.
Microwave
Only
REFLECTION
a
microwave
oven
is
switched off, the food will
continue to cook by
conduction
--
NOT BY
MICROWAVE ENERGY.
Hence STANDING TIME is
important in
microwaving, particularly
very
for dense foods i.e. meat,
cakes and reheated meals
(Refer
to page
10).
Control Panel
(1)
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
Display
Window
(2)
Microwave Power Levels
(3)
Time Pads
(4)
Auto
Weight Reheat Programs
(5)
Auto
Weight
(6)
Auto
Weight Defrost
(7)
Timer / Clock Pad
(8)
Weight Selection
(9)
Stop/Cancel
Before
one
Cook
Programs
Pad
Pads
Pad:
Cooking:
press clears your instructions.
During Cooking:
(5)
one
press
cooking
(6)
temporarily stops
the
program. Another press
cancels all your instructions and the
time of
(7)
(10)
day
will appear in the
display.
Start Pad
(8)
(10)
(9)
Beep
Sound:
When
a
is
pad
is touched
heard, the unit has
program, the
oven
correctly
not
will
or
beep
a
cannot
beep will
be heard. If
a
pad
is touched and
no
beep
accept the instruction. At the end of any complete
5 times.
9
General Guidelines
STANDING TIME
Dense foods e.g. meat,
jacket potatoes
require standing time (inside
or outside of the oven) after cooking, to
allow heat to finish conducting to cook the
centre completely. Wrap meat joints and
jacket potatoes in aluminium foil while
standing. Meat joints need approx. 10-15
minutes, jacket potatoes 5 minutes. Other
foods such as plated meals, vegetables,
fish etc require 2-5 minutes standing.
After defrosting food, standing time
PIERCING
and cakes,
should also be allowed. If food is not
cooked after
oven
standing time,
return to the
and cook for additional time.
The skin
or
membrane
on some
foods will
steam to build up during cooking. These
foods must be pierced or a strip of skin should
cause
be
peeled
off before
cooking to allow the
Eggs, potatoes, apples,
etc, will all need to be pierced before
steam to escape.
QUANTITY
sausages
cooking. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO BOIL EGGS
IN THEIR SHELLS.
COVERING
Small quantities cook faster
quantities, also small meals
quickly than large portions.
than
large
will reheat
more
SPACING
Cover foods with microwave
cling
film
or a
lid.
Cover
fish, vegetables, casseroles, soups. Do
not cover cakes, sauces, jacket potatoes or
pastry items.
DENSITY
Foods cook
quickly and evenly if spaced
pile foods on top of each other.
more
apart. NEVER
Porous
dense
airy foods heat
heavy foods.
more
quickly
than
MOISTURE CONTENT
CLING FILM
fresh foods e.g. vegetables and fruit,
vary in their moisture content throughout the
season, particularly jacket potatoes. For this
Cling film helps keep the food moist and the
trapped steam assists in speeding up cooking
times. Pierce before cooking to allow excess
steam to escape. Always take care when
removing cling film from a dish as the build-up
Many
cooking times may have to be adjusted.
Dry ingredients e.g. rice, pasta, can dry out
during storage so cooking times may differ.
reason
10
of steam will be very hot.
General Guidelines
ARRANGING
SHAPE
Even
by
shapes
cook
evenly.
microwave when in
a
Food cooks better
round container rather
parts
than square.
food,
the
longer
are
towards the outside.
CHECKING FOOD
STARTING TEMPERATURE
The colder the
Individual foods e.g. chicken portions or chops,
placed on a dish so that the thicker
should be
it takes to heat
up. Food from a fridge takes longer to reheat
than food at room temperature.
It is essential that food is checked
after
a
during and
cooking time, even if an
has been used (just as you
recommended
AUTO PROGRAM
would check food cooked in
LIQUIDS
All
liquids must be stirred before and during
heating. Water especially must be stirred before
and during heating, to avoid eruption. Do not
heat liquids that have previously been boiled.
oven). Return the food
cooking if necessary.
a
to the
conventional
oven
for further
DISH SIZE
Follow the dish sizes
given in the recipes, as
cooking and reheating times. A
quantity of food spread in a bigger dish cooks
and reheats more quickly.
these affect the
DO NOT OVERHEAT.
TURNING AND STIRRING
Some foods
Meat and
cooking
require stirring during cooking.
poultry should be turned after half
time.
CLEANING
the
As microwaves work
your
food
oven
on
food
particles, keep
clean at all times. Stubborn
spots of
by using a branded
microwave spray cleaner, sprayed onto a soft
cloth. Always wipe the oven dry after cleaning.
can
be removed
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Containers to
Choosing
use
the correct container is a very
failure of your cooking.
factor in
important
deciding
the
success or
Testing
When
Dishes for
that
unsure
a
Suitability
Result
cooking
container is suitable for
in
use
If the dish is suitable for micro-
microwave, check by the
your
following
1. Fill
waving,
test:
measuring jug
(1G2pt)
with 300ml
cold water.
2. Place it
on
the turntable
the dish to be
alongside
N.B. This test does not
tested. If the dish you are
testing is a large dish, then
stand the
measuring jug
to
plastic
apply
metal based
or
containers e.g. Le Creuset
style dishes, which should not
on
top of the empty dish.
3. Heat
cool,
jug will
begin to feel warm. If the
testing dish feels warm, do not
use as it is obviously
absorbing microwave energy.
microwave safe
a
it will remain
whilst the water in the
be used
HIGH power for
1 minute.
on
as
they
are
cast iron
covered with enamel.
QUICK CHECK GUIDE TO COOKING UTENSILS
OVEN GLASS
Glass that is heat
resistant e.g.
is ideal.
Do not
use
delicate
which may
crack due to the heat
from the food. Do not
lead
crystal
may crack
which
or arc.
CHINA AND
CERAMIC
Glazed china
saucers,
ceramic
only
are
dishes with
jugs
glue
or
or craze
the microwaves
Porcelain and
cannot pass
the finish. Do not
can
melt in
a
or
microwave.
slowing
NEVER ATTEMPT TO
bowls,
reheating for short periods,
change in temperature may
metal rim
microwave energy,
making the container very hot and
down the cooking of food.
mugs and cups can
be used if they are
heat resistant.
use
pattern. Do not use
mugs with glued handles, since the
a
able to absorb water
which will absorb
FOIL/METAL CONTAINERS
be used for
crack the dish
Only use if completely
glazed. Do not use if
partially glazed or
unglazed, as they are
plates,
also ideal. Fine bone china should
otherwise the
STONEWARE
Pyrex ,
glass
use
POTTERY,
EARTHENWARE,
COOK IN FOIL OR
METAL containers
--
through
and the food will not
heat
also
evenly
damage
oven.
--
this may
your
Small items in
shallow foil containers
the
can
microwave, but take
do not touch the
oven
be REHEATED in
care
walls
that containers
or
door. Use
wooden kebab sticks instead of metal skewers.
DO NOT RE-USE FOIL CONTAINERS AS
THEY MAY BECOME DENTED OR
DAMAGED AND ARCING MAY OCCUR.
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Containers to
use
PLASTIC
Many plastic
microwave
containers if
use.
containers
are designed for
Only use Tupperware
they are designed for microwave
use.
Do not
use
Melamine
plastic
for
yogurt pots,
as
as
it will scorch. Do
cooking foods high in sugar or
fat or foods that require long cooking times e.g.
brown rice. Never cook in margarine containers
not
or
use
these will melt with the heat
from the food.
PAPER
Plain white kitchen paper (kitchen towel) can be used for covering blind
cases and for covering bacon to prevent splattering ONLY USE
pastry
FOR SHORT COOKING TIMES. NEVER RE-USE A PIECE OF
KITCHEN TOWEL. Avoid kitchen paper containing manmade fibres.
re-cycled kitchen towel is recommended for
Check that branded
microwave
use. Do not use waxed or plastic coated cups as the finish
may melt in the oven. Greaseproof paper can be used to line the base of
dishes and to cover fatty foods. White paper plates can be used for
SHORT REHEATING TIMES.
WICKER, WOOD, STRAW BASKETS
Do not
with
use
these items in your microwave. With continued use and
exposure they will crack and could ignite. Do not use
prolonged
wooden dishes in your microwave.
CLING FILM
Use microwave
cling
film to
cover
food that is to be
cooked, taking
being
care
reheated,
or
to avoid the film
in direct contact with the food.
ALUMINIUM FOIL
Small amounts of smooth aluminium
foil
can
meat
be used to SHIELD
during defrosting
the microwaves cannot
the foil this
from
joints of
cooking. As
pass through
and
prevents the shielded parts
overcooking
or
overdefrosting.
The foil must not touch the sides
or
roof of the oven, as this may cause
arching and damage your oven.
ROASTING BAGS
These
Do not
are
use
useful when slit up one side to tent
the metal twists supplied.
a
joint
of meat when
roasting by
power and time.
13
Setting
When the
oven
the Clock
is first
plugged
in "88.88" appears in
eg.
set
window.
11.25pm
Press twice
Press eleven times
(to
display
(to
hours)
set 10
mins.)
Press five times
(to
?
?
Press Timer/Clock
Pad twice. The dot
starts
blinking.
set 1
mins.)
Press Time Pads
Enter time of day by
pressing appropriate Time pads. The
time appears in the display. If the pad
(10min/1min/10sec)ispressedand
held, the time will increase rapidly.
-
?
Press
Timer/Clock Pad
once.
The time
of
is entered.
day
N.B.
1. To reset time of day, repeat step 1 through to step 3.
2. The clock will keep the time of day as long as the oven is plugged in and electricity is supplied.
3. This is a 12 hour clock, ie 2pm
2:00 not 14:00. The oven will not function if a 24 hour clock is set.
=
Timer
This feature
?
operates
as a
minute timer.
Press Timer/Clock
Pad
once.
Lock
this
can
safety
system will make the
be set when the
oven
display
controls
shows
the
display
will count down.
a
inoperable; however,
colon
or
the door
can
be
opened.
Child
the time.
To Cancel:
day
will
disappear.
?
Actual time
will not be lost. 'L' is indicated in the
14
Press Start. The time in
lock
Press Start Pad three times.
The time of
?
50 seconds.
To Set:
?
microwave energy.
no
Maximum time is 99
minutes,
Child
there is
Set desired time.
?
Display
is blank.
Using
During operation
display.
Press
time of
Stop/Cancel Pad three times. The
day will reappear in the display.
Microwave
The
glass
turntable must
Cooking
always
be in
position
when
and
the
using
Defrosting
oven.
Wattage
High
900 Watts
2 Presses
Defrost
270 Watts
3 Presses
Medium
600 Watts
4 Presses
Low
440 Watts
5 Presses
Warm
100 Watts
1 Press
?
Press the microwave
power
pad.
?
Select desired
power level.
Select
cooking time by
pressing appropriate pads.
Your
oven can
be
for up to 99
minutes 50 seconds.
programmed
CAUTION: The
cooking time
oven
will
automatically
work
on
is entered without the power level
?
Press Start. The
cooking
program
will start and the
time in the
display
will count down.
HIGH microwave power if a
previously being selected.
Multi-Stage Cooking
The
has 2 stage memory, so you can program up to 2 different instructions and the oven will
automatically from power to power (Repeat steps 1 and 2 above but only press Start after
stages have been entered).
oven
switch
both
N.B.
1. Timer Pad can be programmed in multi-stage cooking.
2. Auto Weight / Defrost Pad can be programmed in first
stage only.
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Auto
Defrost
Weight
This feature allows you to defrost bread, meat items and
once you have entered in the weight of the food.
?
Select desired program. Press
pad once to select bread,
?
of meat
Weight. Using the Up and
pads. If the up / down pad
is pressed and held, the weight
will increase / decrease rapidly.
Set
?
Down
the
twice to select meat items and
3 times to select meat
joints
joints.
automatically
Press Start.
Remember to stir
or
turn the food
during defrosting.
The program number will
appear in the display.
Program
Suitable Foods
Weight Range
1 Bread
100g
2 Meat Items
200g
3 Meat Joints
400g
-
-
-
Rolls, buns, slices of bread
800g
1200g
Chicken
2000g
Whole chicken, meat
portions, chops,
+
loaves.
mince.
joints.
Bread
This program is suitable for small items which are required for immediate use, they may
feel warm straight after defrosting. Loaves can also be defrosted on this program but
these will
require standing time to allow the centre to thaw out. Standing time can be
are separated and buns and loaves cut in half. Items should be
halfway during defrosting. THIS PROGRAM IS NOT SUITABLE FOR CREAM
shortened if slices
turned
CAKES OR DESSERTS e.g. cheesecake.
Meat Items
(mince / chops / chicken portions)
It is necessary for mince to be broken up
carried out in a large shallow dish.
frequently during defrosting
and this is best
This PROGRAM IS NOT SUITABLE FOR SAUSAGES, these can be defrosted
manually using Defrost power and time. Chops and chicken portions should be
arranged
in
a
single layer
and turned
frequently during defrosting.
Meat Joints / Whole Chickens.
Whole chickens and meat
require shielding during defrosting especially if it is
particularly fatty piece.
prevent food starting to cook on the outside edges.
Protect wings, breast and fat with smooth pieces of aluminium foil secured with cocktail
sticks. DO NOT ALLOW THE FOIL TO TOUCH THE WALLS OF THE OVEN. Standing
time of at least 1 hour should be allowed for joints after defrosting.
a
16
joints
will
This is to
Defrosting Guidelines
For Best Results:
1.
Place foods in
an
2.
upturned
Check food
joints and chickens should be placed
plastic rack if you have one.
during defrosting, as foods vary in their defrosting speed.
a
suitable container. Meat
on
saucer or on a
3.
It is not necessary to
4.
Always turn or stir the food especially when the oven "beeps''. Shield if necessary
(see point 6).
Minced meat, chops and other small items should be broken up or separated as soon
as possible and placed in a single layer.
Shielding prevents food cooking. It is essential when defrosting chickens and joints
of meat. The outside thaws out first, so protect wings/breast and fat with smooth
pieces of aluminium foil secured with cocktail sticks.
Allow standing time so that the centre of the food thaws out. (Minimum of 1 hour for
joints of meat and whole chickens).
5.
6.
7.
Arrange
layer.
food in
a
single
cover
the food.
Turn
or
soon as
break up food
possible.
as
Shield chickens and
joints
of meat
.
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Defrosting Foods Using Defrost Power
The times
oven
are a
during defrosting.
Meat
Defrosting
Method
Standing
Time
Beef/Lamb/Pork
Joint
& Time
given
guideline only. Always check the progress of the food by opening the
door and then re-starting. For larger quantities adjust times accordingly. Food should not be
covered
below
Time
5-7 mins.
450g (1lb)
Minced Beef
7-8 mins.
suitable dish
a
Place in
or on an
upturned
suitable dish.
a
60 mins.
rack. Turn 3-4 times. Shield.
15 mins.
Break up and turn 3-4 times.
450g. (1lb)
Chops
450g. (1lb)
5-6 mins.
Sausages
450g. (1lb)
5 mins.
Bacon
4-5 mins.
Place in
suitable dish in
a
a
single layer.
15 mins.
Turn twice. Shield if necessary.
Place in
suitable dish in
a
a
single layer.
15 mins.
Turn twice. Shield if necessary.
450g. (1lb)
Stewing Steak
450g. (1lb)
7-8 mins.
Chicken
5 mins.
Place in
suitable dish. Turn and
a
separate twice. Shield if necessary.
10 mins.
Place in
15 mins.
suitable dish.
a
Break up
450g. (1lb)
Chicken Portions
Place in
saucer or use a
Place in
frequently.
suitable dish
a
saucer or use a
5-6 mins.
Place in
on an
suitable dish in
a
upturned
60 mins.
rack. Turn 3-4 times. Shield.
a
single layer.
15-30 mins.
Turn twice. Shield if necessary.
450g. (1lb)
Fish
Whole
6-7 mins.
Place in
a
suitable dish. Turn twice. Shield.
15 mins.
Place in
a
suitable dish.
15 mins.
450g. (1lb)
Fillets/Steak
6-7 mins.
Turn
450g. (1lb)
Prawns
6 mins.
450g. (1lb)
twice, separate and shield if necessary.
Place in
suitable dish.
a
10 mins.
Stir twice
during defrosting.
Place
the turntable.
General
Bread Sliced
1
-
11/2 mins.
400g (14oz)
Slice of bread
10-20
sec.
30g. (1oz)
Pastry
450g. (1lb)
on
10 mins.
Separate
and rearrange
Place
the turntable
a
on
piece
1 min.
Place
1 min. rest
Turn
during defrosting.
1-2 mins.
on
of kitchen paper.
on a
10-15 mins.
plate.
after 1 min.
over
resting
time.
30sec. -1min.
Soft Fruit
450g. (1lb)
18
5-6 mins.
Place in
a
Stir twice
suitable dish.
during defrosting.
10 mins.
Auto
Reheat / Cook
Weight
Programs
This feature allows you to reheat or cook foods by setting the weight only. The oven determines
the Microwave power level then the cooking time automatically. Select the category of food and
then
enter the
just
The
weight.
must be entered in grams.
weight
eg.
?
Select desired program
by pressing the pad. The
?
?
Weight using the Up and
pads. If the up / down pad
pressed and held, the weight will
increase / decrease rapidly.
Set
Down
program number will
appear in the display.
Press Start.
is
Guidelines for Use
The Auto
food.
Weight Programs are designed to take the guesswork out of reheating or cooking
They must ONLY be used for the foods described and within the weight range
your
recommended.
To allow for
hot before
some
Auto
1. Reheat
variations that
occur
in
food, check that food is thoroughly cooked and piping
serving.
Reheat
Weight
Curry (200-800g)
This program is for
must be in
a
2. Reheat Chinese
reheating
convenience meal that
suitable
can
a
curry
This program is for
Place
convenience meal that
selection
must be in
on
a
and have the film
Enter the
Press START. Stir
halfway.
Enter the
weight
Press the
pad
once.
Allow to
stand for 1 minute.
then press
Ensure food is
START. Stir
piping hot. Stir
again before
serving.
halfway.
pierced.
weight.
the
once.
be stirred. Foods
can
suitable microwaveable container
turntable, press
pad
(200-500g)
reheating a chinese style
be stirred. Foods
single
microwaveable container and have the film
pierced.
Programs
Allow to
stand for 1
minute. Ensure
that the food is
serving.
Important
piping
hot. Stir the food before
Note: for Auto
Weight
curry, chinese
of fish / meat in
1.
Large pieces
2.
These programs
3.
Meals in bowl
are
a
style
and
thin sauce, may
pasta meals.
require longer cooking.
not suitable for foods that cannot be stirred.
shaped
containers will need extra
cooking
time.
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Auto
3. Reheat Pasta
(200-1500g)
This program is for
reheating
convenience meal that
must be in
Reheat
Weight
a
suitable
can
a
Programs
style
be stirred. Foods
selection
single
1.
pierced.
Place
on
may
curry, chinese
of fish / meat in
a
thin sauce,
require longer cooking.
These programs
2.
are
not suitable for foods
that cannot be stirred.
then press
START. Stir
halfway.
Weight
pasta meals.
turntable, press the pad
Enter the
weight
and
Large pieces
microwaveable container and have the film
once.
for Auto
Important Note:
pasta style
3.
Allow to
stand for 1 minute.
Meals in bowl
shaped
extra
time.
cooking
containers will need
Ensure that the
food is
hot.
piping
Stir the food
before
serving.
Auto
Weight Cook Programs
4. Cook Jacket Potatoes
5. Cook Fresh
To cook
To cook FRESH
(200-1500g)
jacket potatoes choose medium sized
potatoes 200-250g (7-9oz). Wash and dry and
prick with a fork
turntable. Add 15
several times.
ml
around
vegetables
(1tbsp)
into
Vegetables (100-800g)
vegetables. Place prepared
a
shallow container
water
turntable. Press
100g
vegetables. Cover
with pierced cling
pad once. Enter
weight. Press
film
or
the
pad
START. DO
Enter the
NOT COVER.
Press START.
Arrange
edge of
per
6. Cook Fresh Fish
lid. Press
once.
weight.
(100-800g)
To cook FRESH fish. Shield the thinner
portions.
Place in
turntable. Add 1545ml
(1-3 tbsp)
liquid. Cover with
pierced cling film
or
lid. Press the
pad
the
once.
weight.
START.
20
Enter
Press
a
shallow container
on
on
Reheating Guidelines
and
Cooking
Most foods reheat very quickly in your oven by HIGH power.
Meals can be brought back to serving temperature in just
minutes and will taste
check food is
As
cooked and NOT leftover.
freshly
hot and return to
piping
general rule, always cover
casseroles and plated meals.
a
Do not
cover
dry
wet
Always
if necessary.
oven
will be
foods, e.g. soups,
the
rolls, mince pies, sausage
The charts
on pages 22-26 show you the best way to cook or
reheat your favourite foods. The best method depends on the
type of food.
Remember when
cooking
or
or
cooking
or
on
or
cooked should be served
Foods that cannot be stirred should be cut with
adequately
heated
manufacturer's instructions
been
followed,
thoroughly.
reheating.
it is still
If in
or
to check the food is heated
return to the
oven
for further
necessary.
PLATED MEALS
CANNED FOODS
Everyone's appetite varies
and reheat times depend on
Remove foods from
place
meal contents. Dense items
before
e.g. mashed potato, should
be spread out well. If a lot of
SOUPS
gravy is added, extra time
may be required. Place
denser items to the outside of
plate.
Between 4-6 mins.
HIGH power will reheat an
average portion. If stacking
two
meals, heat
on
HIGH
power for 6-9 mins. and
change the meals over
Use
a
in
a
care
when
these items.
Do not leave unattended.
Do not add extra alcohol.
a
If you cannot find the equivalent food in the chart then choose
similar type and size listed and adjust the cooking time if
on
great
knife to test
a
Even if
the times in the cookbook have
important
doubt, always
throughout.
a
the
your mouth.
reheating
Food that has been reheated
are
burning can occur due to the
high fat and sugar content of
the filling. Check the
temperature of the filling before
consuming to avoid burning
Take
"piping hot" i.e. steam should be visibly emitted from all parts.
As long as good hygiene practices have been followed during
the preparation and storage of the food, then cooking or
reheating presents no safety risks.
they
warm
care
the outside and in the centre.
When is food reheated?
that
hot and will
piping
pastry through. Take
any food that it should
This ensures even
reheating
possible.
turned wherever
reheating
even if the pastry
touch, the filling
not to overheat otherwise
foods e.g. bread
rolls etc.
be stirred
REMEMBER
is cold to the
or
can
and
suitable dish
thoroughly before
and again at the end
and tested carefully before
feeding a baby.
For 7-8 fl.oz. of milk from
once
and
CASSEROLES
fridge
top and
temperature,
remove
teat. Heat
HIGH power for
on
secs.
CHECK CAREFULLY.
For 3 fl.oz. of milk from
fridge
top and
temperature,
remove
teat. Heat
HIGH power for
20-30
bowl and stir before
formula MUST be
heating
30-40
heating.
heating and at least
through reheat time
again at the end.
Milk
shaken
on
secs.
CHECK CAREFULLY
N.B.
Liquid
at
top of bottle will
be much hotter than at bottom
and bottle must be shaken
thoroughly.
Stir halfway through and
again at the end of heating.
halfway.
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Reheating Charts
The times
given
STARTING
in the charts below
temperature, dish size
are a
guideline only,
and will vary
etc.
The IEC
900W
HEATING CATEGORY
Your
is
oven
new
on
Weight/
Quantity
Precooked
--
Fresh
Croissants
Rolls
CANNED
heating category
packs of food
for
small
--
Power
Level
Microwave
symbol
Time to
Select (approx)
N.B. Breads reheated
by
Instructions/Guidelines
Microwave will have
2
HIGH
15
4
HIGH
15-20
secs.
1
HIGH
10-15
secs.
4
HIGH
15-20
secs.
225 g
HIGH
2 mins.
447 g
HIGH
4 mins.
213 g
HIGH
2 mins.
425 g
HIGH
3-31/2 mins.
a
soft base.
secs.
Place
on
Do not
microwave safe
plate
turntable.
on
cover.
BEANS, PASTA
Baked Beans, Ravioli in
Spaghetti
E
packs to enable you
heating time in your oven.
Food
--
power
food
to program the best
BREAD
(60705)
output (watts)
The
on
instructions
on
E and this is
Heating Category
the front of your oven door. The
information on this label will assist you in using
displayed
depending
sauce
in Tomato Sauce
Place in
a
microwave safe bowl
on
turntable.
a
microwave safe bowl
on
turntable.
a
microwave safe bowl
on
turntable.
a
microwave safe dish
on
turntable.
a
microwave safe mug
on
turntable.
Cover.
CANNED SOUPS
Cream of Tomato
Minestrone
Place in
.
Cover.
300 g
HIGH
21/2 mins.
425 g
HIGH
11/2-2 mins.
624g
HIGH
2-3 mins.
300 g
HIGH
CANNED PUDDINGS
Creamed Rice
Sponge Pudding
CHRISTMAS PUDDINGS
Place in
Cover.
11/2 mins.
may
Slice
150 g
HIGH
10-20
Small
450 g
HIGH
1-11/2 mins.
Medium
900 g
HIGH
2-21/2 mins.
235 ml
HIGH
2 mins.
DRINKS
--
pudding
to
Overheating
-
cause
470 ml
HIGH
1 mug
235 ml
HIGH
1
1
600 ml
HIGH
3
2 mugs
jug
22
--
Place in
Cover.
COFFEE
1 mug
DRINKS
ignite
secs.
3 mins.
Place in
Stir, before, during and after reheating.
MILK
-
-
11/2 mins.
31/2 mins.
Place in
a
microwave safe mug
on
turntable.
Stir, before, during and after reheating.
Reheating Charts
Power
Level
Weight/
Quantity
Food
PASTRY PRODUCTS
-
PRECOOKED
Chicken Pie
-
Time to
Select (approx)
N.B. Pastries reheated
HIGH
480 g
by
Instructions/Guidelines
microwave will have
Cornish Pastie
255 g
(1)
HIGH
11/2-2 mins.
Quiche
400 g
(1)
HIGH
21/2 -31/2 mins.
325 g
(1)
HIGH
11/2 -21/2 mins.
260 g
(4)
HIGH
1-11/2 mins.
200 g
(4)
HIGH
1-11/2 mins.
Place
230 g
(4)
HIGH
1-11/2 mins.
turntable. Do not
HIGH
5-10
Place
Pie
Kidney
Sausage
Rolls
Samosas
Spring
Roll
Christmas Mince Pies
90 g
(2)
soft base.
secs.
microwave safe
on
Do not
Steak &
a
31/2-4 mins.
microwave safe
on
Place
plate
on
turntable.
cover.
cover.
plate on
halfway.
Turn
microwave safe
on a
plate
on
turntable.
PLATED MEALS
-
HOMEMADE
-
CHILLED
Child Size
1
HIGH
2-21/2 mins.
Adult Size
1
HIGH
4-6 mins.
PUDDINGS & DESSERTS N.B. Transfer food from foil containers to
Bread & Butter
Pudding
Fruit Crumble
Fruit Pie, individual
Milk
Pudding
340 g
HIGH
400 g
HIGH
1
HIGH
4
HIGH
20-30
secs
HIGH
30-40
secs.
for 1
PURCHASED CONVENIENCE FOODS
microwave safe dish. Plastic dishes
used with
Place
on a
microwave safe
designed
a
similar sized microwave safe dish
3 mins.
5-10
Place in
secs.
a
microwave safe dish
turntable. Do not
for microwave and conventional
ovens
care.
HIGH
51/2 -6 mins.
Pie
450 g
HIGH
6-61/2 mins.
Place in microwave safe dish
300 g
HIGH
41/2-5 mins.
Do not
400 g
HIGH
5-6 mins.
Lasagne
Bake
PURCHASED CONVENIENCE FOODS
designed
on
turntable.
cover.
FROZEN N.B. Transfer food from foil container to
-
sized microwave safe dish. Plastic dishes
used with
similar sized
a
may be
450 g
Vegetable
on
cover.
Cauliflower Cheese
Cottage
on
2-3 mins.
CHILLED N.B. Transfer food from foil container to
-
plate
turntable. Cover.
for microwave and conventional
similar
a
ovens
may be
care.
Lasagne
400g
HIGH
+
HIGH
6mins.+restfor1min.
5-6 mins.
Place in
Salmon Crumble
340g
HIGH
+
Shepherd's
Pie
460g
4mins.+restfor1min.
MED
a
microwave safe dish
turntable. Do not
on
cover.
6 mins.
HIGH
6mins.+restfor1min.
+MED
9 mins.
POINTS FOR CHECKING
Always
check that food is
Foods will still
longer the
require
a
piping
STAND
hot after
reheating
in the microwave. If
TIME, especially if they
unsure
return to
oven.
cannot be stirred. The denser the food the
stand time.
23
Cooking Charts
Weight/
Quantity
Food
BACON
--
from
Power
Level
Time to
Select (approx)
Rashers
130 g
(4)
2 mins.
HIGH
or
40-50
secs.
per rasher.
BEANS & PULSES
--
should be
LOW
+
Kidney
Beans
LOW
12-15 mins.
225 g
HIGH
15 mins.
LOW
Joints from
--
raw
--
MEDIUM
raw
--
7-8 mins. per
Caution: Hot fat! Remove dish with
Breasts, boneless
500 g
LOW
13-14 mins.
450 g
(4)
LOW
10-12 mins.
Quarters
700 g
(2)
LOW
16-18 mins.
EGGS
--
45 ml
Egg
Water
Eggs
1
2
--
HIGH
90 ml
HIGH
off fat
during cooking.
Place on microwave safe rack
turntable. Cover.
or
plate
on
Place on upturned saucer breast side down in
flan dish on turntable. Cover, turn over halfway.
2
HIGH
50
secs.
?Place in
cooking
30-40
secs.
1 min.
50
sec.
a small bowl and heat for 1st
time.
?Add egg (medium sized).
?Pierce yolk and white.
?Cover.
?Cook for 2nd cooking time.
?Then leave to stand for 1 min.
Scrambled.
Eggs
POINTS FOR CHECKING
return to
oven.
denser the food the
24
450g(1lb)
HIGH
1
Egg
unsure
Place on upturned saucer in flan dish or rack
turntable. Cover and turn halfway. Drain
on
Poached.
Water
EGGS
7-9 mins. per
HIGH
large
care.
Drumsticks
Whole
a
care.
450g(1lb)
CHICKEN from
water in
Use 600 ml (1 pt) boiling water in a large bowl.
Cover. Must boil for at least 12 minutes to
destroy toxic enzymes.
30 mins.
Caution: Hot fat! Remove dish with
Medium Rare
pt) boiling
35 mins.
225 g
+
BEEF
Use 600 ml (1
bowl. Cover.
10 mins.
225 g
Lentils
Place on microwave safe rack or plate on
turntable and cover with kitchen towel to
minimise splatter.
pre-soaked (except lentils)
HIGH
Chick Peas
Red
Instructions/Guidelines
raw
Always
Foods will still
longer
HIGH
30
secs.
HIGH
20
secs.
HIGH
50
secs.
HIGH
30-40
check that food is
require
the stand time.
a
?Add 1 tbsp of milk for each egg used.
?Beat eggs, milk and knob of butter together.
?Cook for 1st cooking time then stir.
?Cook for 2nd cooking time then stand for
1 min.
secs.
piping hot after reheating in the microwave. If
especially if they cannot be stirred. The
STAND TIME,
Cooking Charts
FISH
FRESH from
--
HIGH
450 g
FROZEN from
--
Time to
Select (approx)
5-6 mins.
raw
380 g
(4)
HIGH
7 mins.
Whole
450 g
(2)
HIGH
10-12 mins.
170 g
(1)
DEFROST
4 mins.
Bag
rest
2 mins.
LOW
6 mins.
+
+
FRUIT
Peel, slice, chop into
--
Apples, Rhubarb,
Plums
--
LAMB
stewed
stewed
--
from
raw
--
even
sized
pieces.
HIGH
4-5 mins.
450 g
HIGH
8-10 mins.
600 g
HIGH
(4)
+
Joints
LOW
HIGH
+
PASTA
Place in
--
a
large
2 litre
(4 pint)
LOW
450g (1lb)
2-3m per
450g (1lb)
2-3m per
450g (1lb)
6-7m per
450g (1lb)
HIGH
7-8 mins.
Spaghetti, Tagliatelli
225 g
HIGH
8 mins.
--
Deep
FRESH CHILLED
Crispy
Pan
PORK
--
from
raw
--
--
N.B. Remove all
packaging.
HIGH
3-31/2 mins.
475 g
HIGH
3-4 mins.
CAUTION: Hot Fat! Remove dish with
Chops
(2)
HIGH
+
Joints
+
--
N.B. Use
a
large
LOW
4-5 mins.
5-6 mins. per
450 g (1lb)
LOW
8-9 mins. per
450 g (1lb)
serving
1/2 cup oats
HIGH
21/2 -3 mins.
2
servings
1 cup oats
HIGH
4-5 mins.
Place in
--
a
large
White
SAUSAGES from
raw
-
plate
on
turntable.
Place in microwave safe dish
turntable. Cover.
Place on
safe dish
upturned
joint
cooking.
over
turn
or
rack
or
on
in microwave
turntable. Cover and
halfway. Drain off fat during
rack
saucer
on
Add 1 cup of water
or
Add 2 cups of water
LOW
11-12 mins.
Use 600 ml
12-13 mins.
boiling
CAUTION: HOT FAT! Remove dish with
HIGH
2-21/2 mins.
Thin
110 g
(4)
HIGH
11/2-2 mins.
POINTS FOR CHECKING
denser the food the
large
a
soft base.
a
Place on heatproof
Do not cover.
HIGH
(4)
oven.
Use 1 litre (13/4 pint) boiling water in
2 litres (4 pints) bowl. Cover.
250 g
240 g
return to
or
Place on upturned saucer in microwave safe
dish or rack on turntable. Cover and turn joint
over halfway. Drain off fat during cooking.
250 g
Thick
unsure
Place on microwaveable safe dish
rack on turntable. Cover.
milk. Stir
or
halfway.
milk. Stir
halfway.
microwave safe bowl.
Basmati
Easycook
half
Only
bowl.
1
RICE
half fill dish. Cover.
Add 30 ml (2 tbsp) of water.
fill dish. Cover.
care.
2-3 mins.
HIGH
PORRIDGE
Only
Pizzas will have
400 g
360 g
bag
microwave safe bowl.
225 g
PIZZA
Place bag sauce side down on a
microwave safe plate. Slash top of
with a knife.
care.
1-2m per
Macaroni
Thin &
Place in microwave safe dish. Add 30 ml of
Cover.
liquid.
Place in shallow microwave safe dish.
450 g
CAUTION: Hot Fat! Remove dish with
loin
Chops,
Place in microwave safe dish. Add 30 ml of
Cover.
liquid.
Haddock Fillets
Boil in the
Instructions/Guidelines
raw
Fillets, Steak, Whole
FISH
Power
Level
Weight/
Quantity
Food
Always
Foods will still
longer
check that food is
require
a
(1 pt)
-
800 ml
(11/2pt)
water. Cover.
care.
Place on microwave safe
rack on turntable. Cover.
plate
or
microwave
piping hot after reheating in the microwave. If
especially if they cannot be stirred. The
STAND TIME,
the stand time.
25
Charts
Cooking
Weight/
Quantity
Food
FRESH VEGETABLES
--
450 g
HIGH
7-8 mins.
450 g
HIGH
10-12 mins.
450 g
HIGH
6-7 mins.
450 g
HIGH
8-9 mins.
450 g
HIGH
7-9 mins.
450 g
HIGH
7-8 mins.
450 g
HIGH
6-7 mins.
450 g
HIGH
4-5 mins.
450 g
HIGH
4-6 mins.
boiled
450 g
HIGH
5-6 mins.
jacket
1
HIGH
5 mins.
2
HIGH
8 mins.
Beetroot
Cauliflower
+
Brussel
-
florets
Sprouts
Cabbage
--
sliced
Carrots, Leeks
Corn
the Cob
on
Courgettes, Mange
Tout
Peas
Potatoes
Potatoes
--
--
(225g/8ozeach)
FROZEN VEGETABLES
Beans
Time to
Select (approx)
--
green, Carrots
7-8 mins.
Cauliflower
450 g
HIGH
9-10 mins.
Peas
450 g
HIGH
6-7 mins.
POINTS FOR CHECKING
return to
oven.
denser the food the
26
(6 tbsp)
water. Cover.
Place in shallow microwave safe dish.
HIGH
unsure
Add 90 ml
Wash and prick skins. Place directly on
turntable. After cooking stand for 5 mins
wrapped in foil.
450 g
--
Instructions/Guidelines
Place in shallow microwave safe dish.
Green Beans
Broccoli
Power
Level
Always
check that food is
Foods will still
longer the
require
stand time.
a
piping
Add 30 ml
hot after
STAND TIME,
(2 tbsp)
reheating
especially if they
water. Cover.
in the microwave. If
cannot be stirred. The
Soup
and Snacks
Ingredients
Cream
25 g (1oz) butter
1 small onion, chopped
(1pt) hot chicken stock
225 g (8oz) button mushrooms,
bouquet garni
15 ml (1tbsp) cornflour
300 ml (1/2 pt) milk
Dish:
600 ml
sliced
1.
(4tbsp) single
Serves 4
bowl
large
Place the butter and
Cover and cook
chopped
onion in
a
large
HIGH power for 3 mins
on
or
bowl.
until
soft.
2.
Add the
stock, mushrooms and bouquet garni. Cover
on HIGH power for 13-15 mins, or until
and cook
salt and pepper
60 ml
of Mushroom Soup
mushrooms
cream
3.
are
Remove the
soft.
bouquet garni
Mix the cornflour with
remaining
4.
a
and blend until smooth.
little of the
milk, then stir in
milk. Add to the mushroom mixture.
Cover and cook
HIGH power for 5-6 mins, or until
serve with cream swirled on
on
thickened. Season and
top.
Ingredients
(4oz) quick cook macaroni
(8oz) courgettes, sliced
(4oz) bacon, chopped
50 g (2oz) butter
50 g (2oz) plain flour
600 ml (1pt) milk
100 g (4oz) cheese, grated
5 ml (1tsp) mustard
100 g
225 g
100 g
Macaroni Cheese with
Dish: 20
cm
2.
power for 6-8 mins, or until soft. Drain.
Place courgettes and bacon in a bowl. Cover and
cook
3.
on
for 30-40
secs.
and cook
on
sauce
Parmesan cheese
4.
(3/4pt) boiling
HIGH power for 3-4
Place the butter in
secs,
mins,
or
large jug.
onion,
until soft. Drain.
is thick and
bubbling.
Stir
frequently.
Add mustard and cheese. Mix in the
macaroni,
courgettes and bacon. Pour into a casserole dish,
sprinkle over the topping and cook on HIGH power
Dish:
3 ml
(1/2 tsp) grated root ginger
1 garlic clove, crushed
3 ml (1/2 tsp) turmeric
3 ml (1/2 tsp) chilli powder
5 ml (1tsp) curry powder
150 ml (1/4pt) natural yoghurt
50 g (2oz) mushrooms, sliced
2 tomatoes, peeled and chopped
150 ml (1/4pt) hot water
25 g (1oz) cashew nuts
225 g (8oz) cooked basmati rice
Garnish
hard boiled egg slices and
coriander leaves
1.
2.
HIGH
on
or
until the cheese has melted.
Lentil Biryani
sliced
on
HIGH power
Stir in the flour and cook for 30-40
a
Cook
water
HIGH power. Gradually add milk, stir well
on HIGH power for 4-5 mins. or until the
for 2-3 mins.
50 g (2oz) green lentils
10 ml (2tsp) oil, 1 small
Serves 2
Cook macaroni in 450 ml
Topping
30 ml (2tbsp)
30 ml (2tbsp)
Ingredients
casserole
1.
salt and pepper
wholemeal breadcrumbs
(8")
and Bacon
Courgettes
large
Serves 2
casserole
Soak the lentils in cold water for 1 hour then drain.
Place the oil and onion in
cook
on
a
large
bowl. Cover and
HIGH power for 3-4 mins.
or
until softened.
3.
Add the
ginger, garlic, turmeric,
powder.
Cover and cook
4.
Add the
yoghurt, mushrooms, tomatoes,
lentils. Cover and cook
mins.
or
on
chilli and curry
HIGH power for 2 mins.
water and
HIGH power for 15-20
until the lentils are tender and the liquid has
on
evaporated.
5.
Add the lentil mixture and cashew nuts to the cooked
rice and mix
thoroughly.
necessary. Garnish and
Reheat
on
HIGH power if
serve.
27
Meat and
Poultry
Ingredients
3-4 cloves
garlic, crushed
(1/4 ") piece fresh ginger, grated
50 g (2 oz) ground almonds
3x15 ml (3 tbsp) water
3 whole cardamen pods
1
Lamb in
a
Spicy Cream and Almond Sauce
cm
2 cloves
(1") stick of cinnamon
1 onion chopped
2x15 ml (2 tbsp) oil
450 g (1 lb) boned lamb, trimmed and cut
2.5
Serves 4
Dish:
1.
Mix
casserole dish
Large
together
to make
a
the
thick
garlic, ginger,
2. Place the cardamen
cm
pods, cloves, cinnamon,
onion and oil in the casserole dish cook
HIGH
on
power for 2 mins.
3. Add the lamb and cook for 5 mins.
power
into cubes
until
or
on
HIGH
brown in colour. Stir
light
(1 tsp) ground coriander
1x5 ml (1 tsp) ground cumin
1.5 ml (1/4 tsp) garam masala
1.5 ml (1/4 tsp) cayenne pepper
150 ml (1/4 pt) single cream
4. Stir in the rest of the
salt and pepper
5. Remove the whole cardamen
1x5 ml
almonds and water
paste.
spices,
halfway.
the almond
cream, salt and pepper. Cover and cook
mixture,
on
LOW
power for about 30-35 mins. or until the meat is
tender. Stir the casserole 2-3 times during the
time.
cooking
cinnamon before
serving
pods,
with rice
cloves and
other
or
vegetables.
Ingredients
Chicken
25 g (1 oz) butter
2 medium onions, sliced
2 sticks
celery,
trimmed and
chopped
100 g (4 oz) mushrooms, sliced
4 chicken quarters, skinned
300 ml
(1/2 pt) hot chicken stock
(14 oz) can tomatoes
Dish: 3 litre
1.
(2 tbsp)
cornflour
Place
cook
2.
296 g
salt and pepper
30 ml
Casserole
Serves 4
casserole
(6 pt)
vegetables
and butter in dish. Cover and
HIGH power for 2-4 mins.
on
Place chicken
on
or
top of vegetables,
until soft.
cover
with
stock and tomatoes and add salt and pepper to
taste.
3.
Cover and cook
on HIGH power for 5 mins. then
LOW power for 25-30 mins. or until well cooked
through.
4.
Mix cornflour with
from
a
little water. Remove chicken
casserole, skim off
cornflour
paste. Cook
Serve chicken with
excess
on
fat and stir in
HIGH power for 2 mins.
sauce
poured
over.
N.B. If diced boneless breast is used in
quarters, reduce 2nd cooking time
mins.
on
through.
28
LOW power
Stir
halfway.
or
place
of the
to 10-14
until well cooked
Ingredients
225 g
(8oz) pork fillet,
diced
Sweet & Sour Sauce:
15 ml
(1tbsp)
spring onion, thinly
& Sour Sauce
Serves 2
Dish: small casserole
oil
1 small carrot cut into matchsticks
1
Pork with Sweet
sliced
small green pepper, cut into strips
225 g (8oz) can pineapple chunks,
drained
(reserve juice)
10 ml (2tsp) soft brown sugar
5 ml (1tsp) cornflour
pinch garlic salt
5 ml (1tsp) cider vinegar
10 ml (2tsp) soy sauce
5 ml (1tsp) tomato ketchup
1.
Place
in
pork
for 7-9 mins.
2.
Place
dish,
cover
until
or
or
run
until
vegetables
are
Mix half the reserved
juice with the remaining
ingredients except pineapple. Cover and cook
Add the
sauce
Cook
to the
on
until clear and
or
vegetables.
Stir in the
Mix well.
pineapple.
5.
a
HIGH power for 2 mins.
tender.
on
HIGH power for 1-2 mins.
thickened. Stir halfway.
4.
LOW power
on
clear.
oil, carrot, onion and green pepper in
bowl. Cover and cook
3.
and cook
juices
HIGH power for 1 min. or until heated
over cooked pork. Reheat for
on
through. Spoon
1-2 mins.
Ingredients
1 small
piping
hot.
Serves 2
crushed
garlic,
(1tsp) oil
200 g (7oz) can chopped tomatoes
15 ml (1tbsp) tomato puree
5 ml (1tsp) mixed herbs
225 g (8oz) minced beef
5 ml
Dish: 1.5 litre
1.
Ingredients
50 g (2oz) creamed coconut
45 ml (3tbsp) crunchy peanut butter
45 ml
(3tbsp) lemon juice
(2tbsp) soy sauce
large pinch of chilli powder
30 ml
2 chicken breast
casserole dish
(3pt)
onion, garlic and oil in casserole,
on
HIGH power for 2-3 mins.
2.
Place all other
3.
Cover and cook
ingredients
or
cover
in casserole. Stir well.
HIGH power for 5 mins. then
LOW power for 8-14 mins. or until the meat is
cooked.
on
Serves 2
Dish: 4 wooden skewers
1.
and
until soft.
Chicken Satay
For the
+
shallow dish
Crumble 25 g (1oz) of
creamed coconut into a large jug. Add the peanut
serving
15 ml
butter,
fillets, skinned
sauce:
(1tbsp)
of the lemon
juice,
15 ml
of the soy sauce, the chilli powder and
150 ml (1/4 pt) water. Cook on HIGH power for
(1tbsp)
oil
(1tbsp) vegetable
garlic clove, crushed
3 ml ( 1/2tsp) ground turmeric
3 ml ( 1/2tsp) five-spice powder
3 ml ( 1/2tsp) coriander seeds
3 ml ( 1/2tsp) cumin seeds
Place
cook
salt and pepper
15 ml
until
or
Savoury Mince
onion, diced
1 clove
HIGH power
on
1
3-4 mins.
or
until the
2.
sauce
Turn into
stirring frequently.
boils and
a
bowl.
and soy sauce
processor. Add the remaining
blend until smooth.
Pour
over
fridge
place
in
a
creamed coconut, lemon
into a blender or food
remaining
juice
4.
thickens,
Cut the chicken into small chunks and
bowl. Put the
3.
serving
ingredients
and
the chicken. Cover and marinate in the
for 2-3 hours
or
overnight.
Thread the chicken onto wooden skewers. Place
in
a
shallow
dish,
cover
with any remaining
on HIGH power for 6-
marinade and cook covered
8 mins.
or
until
cooked,
Serve hot with the
turn and baste
sauce
for
frequently.
dipping.
29
Fish
ARRANGING
LIQUID
Thin fillets of fish i.e.
Fresh fish should
NOISE
plaice,
should be rolled up prior to
cooking to avoid overcooking
on the thinner outside edge
always be
sprinkled with 30ml (2tbsp) of
water, lemon juice or white
wine.
between the
and tail.
When
with
Fish steaks should be
arranged
part
in
a
circle, thicker
to the outside. Cover with
cling
film
or
lid.
cooking Frozen fish,
add liquid as above for even
cooking.
Do not sprinkle salt onto fish
before cooking as this may
make the fish dry.
Ingredients
oz) butter
garlic, crushed
1 small onion, finely chopped
15 ml (1tbsp) plain flour
15 ml (1tbsp) curry powder
grated rind and juice of 1/2 lemon
300 ml ( 1/2pt) hot fish stock
25 g (1oz) sultanas
10 ml (2tsp) tomato puree
30 ml (2tbsp) sweet chutney
450 g (1lb) haddock, skinned and
chopped
25 g (1
1 clove
salt and pepper
75 g
(3oz)
(1 lb) smoked haddock
(2tbsp) lemon juice
15 ml (1tbsp) oil
1 large onion, sliced
600 g (11/4lb) cooked jacket potatoes,
450 g
30 ml
sliced
(11/2oz) butter
(11/2oz) flour
3 ml (1/2tsp) mustard
600 ml (1pt) milk
40 g
40 g
as
and mackerel. This
minimised when
salmon
be
can
cooking
the
fish if the skin and flesh is
pierced
several times with
Serves 2
(1.5 litre (3pt))
1.
Melt the butter in the casserole dish
2.
power for 30-40 secs. or until melted.
Stir in the garlic and onion and cook covered
3.
HIGH power for 3-4 mins.
Stir in the flour, curry powder, lemon rind and
and fish stock. Cover and cook
3 mins.
4.
mins.
5.
on
or
and cook
until fish
on
on
juice
HIGH power for
the cooking time.
stirring halfway through
remaining ingredients except
cover
HIGH
on
Stir in the
coconut,
a
cocktail stick.
Dish: casserole dish
the
HIGH power for 4-5
flakes, stirring occasionally.
a fork, then stir into the
Break up the coconut with
curry.
Family Fish Pie
Serves 4
Dish:
1.
large casserole
Arrange fish in a shallow
cover
and cook
until it flakes
dish. Add lemon
juice,
HIGH power for 3-4 mins.
on
or
easily.
2.
Place onion and oil in
3.
HIGH power for 3-4 mins. or until the onion is soft.
Melt the butter on HIGH power for 30-40 secs. Stir
a
bowl. Cover and cook
in the flour and mustard and cook for
secs.
salt and pepper
100 g (4oz) Red Leicester cheese
(3oz)
flesh, particularly
fish such
oily
Fish Curry
creamed coconut
Ingredients
75 g
During cooking, popping
sounds may be heard. This is
due to moisture trapped
a
wholemeal breadcrumbs
Add milk and
smooth
mins.
or
twice
during cooking.
cheese to the
4.
further 20
seasoning, gradually stirring
paste. Cook
until the
a
sauce
sauce
Add 75 g (3oz) of
and stir well.
grated
Flake the fish and arrange in the serving dish. Add
place the sliced potatoes on top.
Pour
over
the cheese
breadcrumbs and
6.
30
to
HIGH power for 5-6
is thick and bubbling. Stir
on
onions and
5.
on
Cook
sauce.
remaining
Sprinkle
with
cheese.
on LOW power for 8-10 mins. or until the
mixture has been completely reheated.
Vegetables
Ingredients
(11/2oz) dried Cep mushrooms
(2oz) butter
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1 small onion, finely chopped
freshly ground black pepper
250 g (8oz) Arborio rice
300 ml (1/2pt) hot vegetable stock
40 g
50 g
12 basil
leaves,
torn
Wild Mushroom and Basil Risotto
Dish: 3 litre
casserole dish
(6pt)
1.
Soak mushrooms in 300 ml
2.
Place the
cover
ground
3.
cling
or
warm
film and cook
on
a
water.
large bowl,
HIGH power for
until softened. Season with
freshly
black pepper.
Stir the rice into the butter mixture and add the hot
stock and
soaking liquid
Cover and cook for
4.
(1/2pt)
butter, garlic and onion in
with
3-4 mins.
Serves 4
a
from the mushrooms.
further 5 mins
on
HIGH
power.
Stir the mushrooms into the rice mixture. Cover and
cook for
5.
a further 5 mins. on HIGH power.
Stir and add the basil. Continue to cook for the final
5 mins.
on HIGH power. Leave to stand for approx.
10 mins. and then stir with a fork.
Ingredients
Vegetable Curry
1 medium
salt,
aubergine, diced
(1tbsp) oil
of garlic, chopped
1 clove
Dish: 3 litre
1.
pinch cayenne pepper
5 ml (1tsp) ground coriander
3 ml (1/2tsp) ground cumin
3 ml
2.5
(1/2tsp)
cm
(1")
ginger, peeled
1 medium
potato,
2.
& sliced
(1/4pt) vegetable
stock
3.
cauliflower, trimmed and
with salt in
remove
a
bitter
juices.
cut into florets
oil, garlic and spices in the casserole,
and cook
Add all other
on
HIGH power for 2 mins.
ingredients
to
cashews. Cover and cook
casserole, except
HIGH power for 5
mins. then LOW power for 25-30 mins. or until
vegetables are soft. Stir occasionally.
4.
on
Sprinkle with cashews and serve with boiled rice.
recipe is best cooked in advance, chilled and
then reheated to allow the flavours to develop.
N.B. This
200 g (7oz) can chopped tomatoes
50 g (2oz) cashew nuts
Ingredients
Combine
cover
diced
50 g (2oz) green beans, sliced
1/2 fresh chilli, deseeded and sliced
150 ml
(6pt) casserole
aubergine liberally
the
Rinse well under cold water and drain.
turmeric
root
Sprinkle
colander. Stand for 30 mins. to
1/2 small cauliflower, divided into florets
1
Serves 2
15 ml
Cauliflower Cheese
Serves 2
90 ml
(6tbsp) water
25 g (1oz) butter
25 g (1oz) flour
3 ml
Dish:
1.
milk
taste
bowl
shallow casserole
+
Cover and cook
French mustard
(1/2tsp)
300 ml (1/2pt)
seasoning to
large
Place cauliflower
upside
on
down in
a
bowl. Add water.
HIGH power for 8 mins.
or
until
tender. Drain.
2.
Topping:
75 g (3oz) grated red cheese
15 ml (1tbsp) brown breadcrumbs
Melt butter on HIGH power for 30-40 secs. Stir in
flour and mustard. Cook for a further 20-30 secs.
Add milk
gradually.
Stir well and
season.
Cook
on
HIGH power for 2-3 mins. or until sauce is thick and
bubbling. Stir once halfway during cooking.
3.
Stir in 50 g (2oz) grated cheese. Pour the sauce
the cauliflower. Top with remaining cheese and
over
breadcrumbs.
4.
Cook
on
HIGH power for 1-2 mins.
or
until cheese
melts.
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Desserts / Cakes
Ingredients
150 g (5oz) self-raising flour
pinch of salt
50 g (2oz) caster sugar
50 g (2oz) suet
Steamed Suet Sponge
Dish: 1 litre
1.
1 egg
150 ml
(1/4 pt) milk
30 ml (2 tbsp) jam or golden syrup
Optional:
add 1 tbsp of sultanas to dry ingredients
In
a
Pudding
(2 pt) pudding
mixing bowl,
sift
Serves 4
basin
together the
flour and salt.
Stir in the sugar and suet.
2.
Make
well in the centre and add beaten egg and
a soft dropping consistency.
a
milk. Mix to
3.
Put the
jam
in the base of the
greased pudding
basin and pour pudding mixture over. Cook
HIGH power for 4-5 mins. until firm.
Ingredients
15 ml
(1tbsp) golden syrup
pineapple slices, drained
2 glace cherries
50 g (2oz) margarine
50 g (2oz) caster sugar
2
1 egg
50 g (2oz) self
15 ml
(1tbsp)
Individual Pineapple
Upside Down Pudding
Dish: 2 ramekin
1.
raising
on
flour
milk
2.
dishes,
Serves 2
base lined
1/2 tbsp golden syrup in the base of each
ramekin; arrange pineapple slice and cherry
top of the syrup in the base.
Put
on
Cream
together the margarine and sugar until light
fluffy. Beat in the egg gradually. Fold in the
flour and mix to a soft consistency with the milk.
and
3.
Spoon
the mixture
over
the
pineapple
and cook
HIGH power for 2-3 mins. or until cooked.
Leave to cool slightly before turning upside down
on
onto
Ingredients
75g (3 oz) self-raising flour
3 ml (1/2tsp) baking powder
3 ml (1/2tsp) mixed spice
25 g (1oz) butter
1 egg
(2tbsp) treacle
60 ml (2fl.oz) stout
15 ml (1tbsp) rum or brandy
200 g (7oz) mincemeat
25 g (1oz) apple, grated
75 g (3oz) currants
25 g (1oz) chopped nuts
serving plate.
Christmas
Dish: 4
1.
2.
3.
Puddings
ramekins,
Place all
stir until
30 ml
32
a
base lined
ingredients into a large mixing
throroughly mixed.
Divide mixture
equally
Place towards outer
cook
on
Serves 4
bowl and
between the ramekins.
edge
of the turntable and
HIGH power for 3-4 mins.
or
until cooked.
Ingredients
(7 oz) fresh dates, stoned and
finely chopped
175 g (6 oz) self-raising flour
5 ml (1 tsp) baking powder
5 ml (1 tsp) vanilla essence
15 ml (1 tbsp) Camp coffee essence
100 ml (31/2 fl. oz) milk
75 g (3 oz) butter
150 g (5 oz) caster sugar
2 eggs lightly beaten
200 g
Butterscotch
(1 tbsp)
Serves 6
Dish: Individual microwave
1.
vanilla
Pour 175 ml
(6
fl.
proof
oz) boiling
moulds
water
over
the
chopped
dates and set aside to cool.
2.
Sift
together
coffee
3.
flour and
essence
baking powder.
Add vanilla and
to the milk.
Cream the butter and sugar until
a little at a time.
light
and
Add
fluffy.
eggs
4.
sauce
Fold in the flour and flavoured
milk, then pour in the
date mixture.
45 g (13/4 oz) butter
120 ml (8 tbsp) soft brown sugar
200 ml (7 fl. oz) whipping cream
15 ml
Puddings and Butterscotch Sauce
Date
5.
Place in six moulds. Cook on HIGH power for 8-10
mins. and leave to stand for 10 mins.
Sauce
essence
1.
Place butter in
for 50
2.
a
to 1
and cook
large jug
minute,
until
or
on
HIGH power
bubbling.
Add sugar and stir until it has dissolved, cooking for 1
minute at a time on HIGH power. Continue to cook
until
on
3.
sec.
is
liquid
foaming
and
bubbling
30
sec.
at
a
time
HIGH power.
pour in the cream and bring to the boil on
HIGH power for 2-3 mins. Add essence. Stir, continue
to boil on HIGH power 30 sec. at a time until it starts
Slowly
to thicken.
Ingredients
75 g (3oz) butter or margarine
30 ml (2tbsp) golden syrup
75 g (3oz) light brown sugar
150 g (5oz) porridge oats
50 g (2oz) raisins
Chewy Flapjacks
Dish: 20
cm
(8")
round dish
1.
Place
butter, syrup and sugar in a bowl and cook
HIGH power for 1-2 mins. or until melted.
on
2.
Stir in the oats and raisins. Press into dish. Cook
on
HIGH power for 2-3 mins. or until the centre is
bubbling. Allow to cool slightly then cut into 8 pieces.
Ingredients
100 g (4oz) plain chocolate
100 g (4oz) butter
100 g (4oz) soft dark brown sugar
100 g (4oz) self-raising flour
10 ml (2tsp) cocoa powder
pinch salt
2 eggs, beaten
3 ml (1/2 tsp) vanilla
100 g
Boston Brownies
Dish: 20
cm
1.
dish lined with
Place chocolate and butter in
HIGH power for 1 min.
or
2.
Stir in all other
3.
Pour into dish and cook
essence
(4oz) walnuts, chopped
(8") square
greaseproof
until
ingredients
just slightly sticky.
a
bowl and cook
on
until chocolate has melted.
and beat well.
LOW power for 6 mins. or
Allow to cool and then cut into
on
squares.
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Sauces
Ingredients
30 ml
(2tbsp) custard power
15 ml (1tbsp) sugar
600 ml (1pt) cold milk
Custard
Dish: 1 litre
1.
Mix
(2pt) jug
the custard
together
smooth
and
powder, sugar
milk to form
a
2.
Blend in the
remaining milk, whisking
3.
Cook
little
a
paste.
well.
HIGH power for 4-5 mins. Whisk well
through cooking time and again at the
on
halfway
end.
Ingredients
30 g
30 g
600
(1oz) butter
(1oz) flour
ml (1pt) milk
White
Pouring Sauce
Dish: 1 litre
(2pt) jug
1.
Melt butter in
2.
Stir in the flour to make
3.
Add the milk
jug
on
HIGH power for 20-40
secs.
a roux.
gradually stirring continuously
until
well combined.
4.
Cook for 2 mins.
for
a
on HIGH power. Stir and cook
further 3 mins. Sauce should be smooth and
glossy
and coat the back of
a
spoon.
Jam
Ingredients
(1 lb) soft fruit, washed
(1 lb) caster sugar
30 ml (2 tbsp) lemon juice
5 ml (1 tsp) butter
450 g
450 g
Soft Fruit Jam
Dish:
1.
large
Place all
Makes approx. 11/2 lbs
bowl
ingredients
in
a
large
bowl and stir. Cook
HIGH power for 5 mins. (10-15 mins. if using
frozen fruit), stirring frequently. Continue to cook
on
in
one
minute intervals until sugar has dissolved.
2.
Wash down any sugar
bowl.
3.
Bring mixture to the boil and continue to
setting point is reached approx. 15-25
Test regularly for setting point.
crystals
--
34
jam
from around the
cook until
mins.
Technical
Rated
Specifications
Voltage:
Operating Frequency:
Input
Power:
Output
230V50Hz
2,450 MHz
Microwave 1250 W
Power:
Microwave 900 W
(IEC-60705)
Outer Dimensions:
530mm(W)x404mm(D)x322mm(H)
Oven
348mm(W)x366mm(D)x222mm(H)
Cavity
Dimensions:
17
Weight:
Weight
and Dimensions shown
are
Kg
approximate.
35
P/No.: 3828W5A2491
E00035N60BP