Operating Instructions & Cookery Book Microwave Oven Model No: NN-CT559W NN-CT569M NN-CT579S NN-A574S NN-A554W NN-A524M For domestic use only Important safety instructions Please read carefully and keep for future reference
Standard Conversion Chart Weight 1/ 2 oz – 15g 1oz – 25g 2oz – 50g 3oz – 75g 4oz – 100g 5oz – 150g 6oz – 175g 7oz – 200g 8oz – 225g 9oz – 250g 10oz – 275g 11oz – 300g 12oz – 350g 13oz – 375g 14oz – 400g 15oz – 425g 1lb/16oz – 450g Capacity 1/ 2 tsp – 3ml 1tsp – 5ml 1tbsp – 15ml pt – 150ml pt – 300ml 3/ 4 pt – 450ml 1pt – 600ml 13/4pt – 1 litre 1/ 4 1/ 2 When using recipes in this book always follow metric or imperial measurements.
Welcome to Panasonic microwave cooking Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic microwave oven. Even if this is not your first microwave oven, do please read the opening chapters of this cookbook to achieve perfect results every time. This microwave oven has the benefit of the Inverter System inside. This technology has been in use with microwave ovens in Japan for many years, improving the cooking performance of the oven.
Important safety instructions Please read carefully and keep for future reference. This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience. A 13 amp fuse is fitted in this plug. Should the fuse need to be replaced, please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 13 amps and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362. Check for the ASTA mark or the BSI mark on the body of the fuse. If the fuse cover is detachable, never use the plug with the cover omitted.
Unpacking your oven 1. Examine your oven Unpack oven, remove all packing material, and examine the oven for any damage such as dents, broken door latches or cracks in the door. Notify dealer immediately if unit is damaged. Do NOT install if unit is damaged. 2. Guarantee Your receipt is your guarantee, please keep it in a safe place. 3.
Caution: Hot surfaces 1. Hot surfaces Exterior oven surfaces, including air vents on the cabinet and the oven door, will get hot during CONVECTION, COMBINATION and GRILLING. Use care when opening or closing door and when inserting or removing food and accessories. The oven has a heater situated in the top of the oven. After using the CONVECTION, COMBINATION and GRILL functions the roof and walls will be very hot. 2.
Care & cleaning of your microwave oven IMPORTANT It is essential for the safe operation of the oven that it is kept clean, and wiped out after each use. Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition could lead to deterioration of a surface that could adversely affect the life of the appliance and possibly result in a hazardous situation. 1. Switch the oven off before cleaning and unplug at socket if possible. 2. Keep the inside of the oven, door seals and door seal areas clean.
Maintenance of your oven 1. Service WHEN YOUR OVEN REQUIRES A SERVICE call your local Panasonic engineer (Customer Care Centre on 0844 8443868 who can recommend an engineer). It is hazardous for anyone other than a competent person to carry out any service or repair operation which involves the removal of a cover which gives protection against exposure to microwave energy. 2.
Parts of your oven 1. Do not operate the oven without the roller ring and glass turntable in place. 2. Only use the glass turntable specifically designed for this oven. Do not substitute with any other glass turntable. 3. If glass turntable is hot, allow to cool before cleaning or placing in water. 4. 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 on microwave only. 5.
Parts of your oven Glass turntable The glass turntable and roller ring are the only accessories used for microwave cooking. See-through oven window Door safety lock system Heating elements Microwave feed guide (Do not remove) External air vents Control panel Power cord Power cord label Identification plate Door safety lock system Wire rack 8 Roller ring Door release pad 1. The roller ring and oven floor should be cleaned frequently to prevent excessive noise. 2.
Important information – read carefully Safety If smoke or a fire occurs in the oven, press Stop/Cancel pad and leave the door closed in order to stifle any flames. Disconnect the power cord, or shut off power at the fuse or the circuit breaker panel. 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. Cooking times given in the cookbook are approximate.
Important Information – read carefully 5. Foods with skins. Potatoes, apples, egg yolk, whole vegetables and sausages are examples of food with non porous skins. These must be pierced using a fork before cooking to prevent bursting. 6. Liquids. Liquids and other foods must not be heated in sealed containers since they are liable to explode. When heating liquids, eg soup, sauces and beverages in your microwave oven, overheating the liquid beyond boiling point can occur without evidence of bubbling.
Important information – read carefully 12. Standing time. Standing time refers to the period at the end of cooking or reheating when food is left before being eaten, i.e. it is a rest time which allows the heat in the food to continue to conduct to the centre, thus eliminating cold spots. See page 13. 13. Keeping your oven clean. It is essential for the safe operation of the oven that it is wiped out regularly.
Microwaving principles Microwave energy has been used in this country to cook and reheat food since early experiments with RADAR in World War II. Microwaves are present in the atmosphere all the time, both naturally and from manmade sources. Manmade sources include radar, radio, television, telecommunication links and mobile phones. How Microwaves cook food Reflection The microwaves bounce off the metal walls and the metal door screen.
General guidelines Standing time Dense foods e.g. meat, jacket potatoes and cakes, require a STANDING TIME (inside or outside of the oven) after cooking, to allow heat to finish conducting to cook the centre completely. • • • • • • • • • MEAT JOINTS – Stand 15 mins. wrapped in aluminium foil. • DEFROSTING – It is essential to allow standing time to complete the process. This can vary from 5 mins. e.g. raspberries, to up to 1 hour for a joint of meat. JACKET POTATOES – Stand 5 mins.
General guidelines Piercing The skin or membrane on some foods will cause steam to build up during cooking. These foods must be pierced or a strip of skin should be peeled off before cooking to allow the steam to escape. Eggs, potatoes, apples, sausages etc., will all need to be pierced before cooking. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO BOIL EGGS IN THEIR SHELLS. Moisture content Many fresh foods e.g. vegetables and fruit, vary in their moisture content throughout the season.
General guidelines Quantity Small quantities cook faster than large quantities, also small meals will reheat more quickly than large portions. Spacing Foods cook more quickly and evenly if spaced apart. NEVER pile foods on top of each other. Shape Even shapes cook evenly. Food cooks better by microwave when in a round container rather than a square container. Density Porous airy foods heat more quickly than dense heavy foods.
General guidelines Covering Foods cook more quickly and evenly if spaced apart. NEVER pile foods on top of each other. Arranging Individual foods e.g. chicken portions or chops, should be placed on a dish so that the thicker parts are to the outside. Starting temperature Food temperature should be between 5-8oc before cooking. The colder the food, the longer it takes to heat up. Food from a fridge takes longer to reheat than food at room temperature.
General guidelines Liquids All liquids must be stirred before and after during heating. Water especially must be stirred before and during heating, to avoid eruption. Do not heat liquids that have previously been boiled. DO NOT OVERHEAT. Remove metal spoon when microwaving. Checking Foods It is essential that food is checked during and after a recommended cooking time, even if an AUTO PROGRAM has been used (just as you would check food cooked in a conventional oven).
Containers to use Choosing the correct container is a very important factor in deciding the success or failure of your cooking. Testing dishes for suitability - for microwave cooking only. When unsure that a cooking container is suitable for use in your microwave, check by the following test: 1. Fill a microwave safe measuring jug with 300ml (1⁄2 pt) cold water. 2. Place it on the turntable alongside the dish to be tested.
Containers to use Pottery, earthenware, stoneware If completely glazed, these dishes are suitable. Do not use if partially glazed or unglazed, since they are able to absorb water which in turn absorbs microwave energy, making the container very hot and slows down the cooking of food. Foil/metal containers NEVER ATTEMPT TO COOK IN FOIL OR METAL containers on Microwave only as the microwaves cannot pass through and the food will not heat evenly, it may also damage your oven.
Containers to use Plastic Many plastic containers are designed for microwave use, but do not use for cooking foods high in sugar or fat or for foods that require long cooking times e.g. brown rice. Only use Tupperware® containers if they are designed for microwave use. Do not use Melamine. Never cook in margarine cartons or yoghurt pots, as these will melt with the heat from the food. If heatproof they can be used for Convection or Combination cooking. DO NOT USE UNDER THE GRILL.
Control panels NN-CT559W / NN-CT569M / NN-CT579S / NN-A574S / NN-A554W / NN-A524M * 1. Display window 2. Time pads 3. Auto Weight Microwave programs 4. Auto Weight Combination programs (1) 5. Auto Weight Defrost programs (Chaos Defrost) 6. Microwave Power pad 7. Grill Pad 1 h 10 min 1 2 1 min 10 sec 3 4 Micr o Power 5 6 8. Convection pad 9. Combination pad (2) (6) (7) (8) Grill 1-2-3 (3) 11. Clock pad: Refer to page 23 for setting the clock. 7 12. lb/oz Conversion pad 13.
Letʼs start to use your oven 1 Plug in NN-CT559W / NN-CT569M / NN-CT579S / NN-A574S / NN-A554W / NN-A524M * Plug into a 13 amp fused electrical socket. You will be reminded to read your operating instructions. 2 Press clock pad Set clock as a 24hr clock. Set time using time pads. Press clock pad again. (See page 23 for details).
Setting the clock Example of how to set 11.25am. Press eleven times 1 h 10 min Press twice Clock Clock 1 min Press five times G Press clock pad “SET TIME” will appear in the display window, and the colon starts to blink. G 10 sec Press time pads Enter time of day by pressing Time pads e.g. 11.25am (24hr clock). Inoperable G Press clock pad Colon stops blinking. Time of day is now locked into the display. N.B. 1. To reset time of day, repeat step 1 through to step 3. 2.
Microwave cooking and defrosting Accessory to use: When using your oven on MICROWAVE only, the glass turntable provided must always be in position. DO NOT attempt to use microwave only with any metal accessory in the oven. DO NOT place food directly onto the turntable except in the case of jacket potatoes cooked by MICROWAVE only. Foods reheated or cooked by MICROWAVE only are normally covered with a lid or cling film, unless otherwise stated. Two stage cooking: e.g.
Auto weight defrost programs This feature allows you to defrost minced meat, chops, chicken portions, meat joints and bread. The CHAOS defrost pad should be pressed to select the correct category and then enter in the weight of the food in grams or pounds and ounces using the appropriate pads (See page 24). Foods should be placed in a suitable dish, whole chickens and joints of meat should be on an upturned saucer or on a rack. Chops, chicken portions and slices of bread should be placed in a single layer.
Auto weight defrost programs Category 1 Bread The Bread Program is suitable for defrosting small items e.g. rolls, buns and slices of bread which are required for immediate use. Small items may feel warm immediately 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 shortened if slices are separated and buns and loaves cut in half. Items should be turned halfway during defrosting.
Defrosting using defrost power & time By selecting the DEFROST power level from the microwave power pad, and setting a time, you can defrost food in your microwave. The biggest challenge is getting the inside defrosted before the outside starts to cook. For this reason a defrost program alternates between a defrost power and a standing time.
28 Defrosting time 16-18 mins. 450g (1lb) 12 mins. 450g (1lb) 10-12 mins. 450g (1lb) 12 mins. 450g (1lb) 6-8 mins. 450g (1lb) 12 mins. 450g (1lb) 13-15 mins. 450g (1lb) 10-12 mins. 450g (1lb) Meat Beef/lamb/ Pork joint Minced beef Chops Sausages Bacon rashers Stewing steak Whole chicken Chicken portions Place in a suitable dish in a single layer. Turn twice. Shield if necessary. Place in a suitable dish on an upturned saucer or use a rack. Turn 3-4 times. Shield.
29 7-8 mins. 450g (1lb) 6-7 mins. 450g (1lb) Fillets/steak Prawns Place on a plate. Turn over half way. 30-50 sec. 30g (1oz) 51/2 mins. 500g (1lb) 6-7 mins. 450g (1lb) Slice of bread Pastry Soft fruit Place in a suitable dish. Stir twice during defrosting. Place on the turntable on a piece of kitchen paper. 5 mins. 400g (14oz) Place on the turntable. Separate and rearrange during defrosting. Place in a suitable dish. Stir twice during defrosting. Place in a suitable dish.
Using the Delay/Stand feature The Delay/Stand pad is used as a timing pad either before, during or after a cooking program. When the Delay/Stand pad is selected with a time, there is no microwave power in the oven during this time. 1. To set a standing time: 1 h Cooking program & time • Set the desired cooking program, by selecting cooking option and time required. Delay/ Stand • Then press the Stand pad. 10 min Start 1 min 10 sec inoperable • Set desired standing time (max 9hrs 59 mins) (10 sec.
Grilling The Quartz Grill system on the oven gives fast efficient cooking for a wide variety of foods e.g. chops, sausages, steak, toast, oven chips etc. DO NOT PREHEAT THE GRILL BEFORE USE. The metal tray must be on the glass turntable when using. Inoperable 1 h 10 min Start Grill 1-2-3 1 min 10 sec • Select Grill power. • Press Time pads to enter • Press Start. Press once for Grill 1 (High), cooking time. Maximum time The cooking program will twice for Grill 2 (Medium) is 99 mins.
Grilling Oven accessories to use When grilling foods the glass turntable should be in position, with the metal tray and the wire rack on top. Place food on wire rack on the metal tray on the turntable. The wire rack will allow fat to drip through into the metal tray to reduce excess splatter and smoke when grilling steaks, chops and other fatty foods. Most foods require turning halfway during cooking.
Convection cooking Your combination oven can be used in convection mode which incorporates a heating element with a fan. For best results always place food in a preheated oven. The metal tray must be on the glass turntable when preheating. 1 h Start Start Convection 1 min G Press to select oven temperature. The oven starts at 150 °C and then for each press the temperature will count up in 10 °C stages to 220 °C, then to, 100 °C, 110 °C etc. The convection symbol will also appear.
Convection cooking Oven accessories to use When using the Convection oven the glass turntable should be in position and must have the metal tray placed on top. The food is then placed onto the metal tray. Follow your individual recipe guidelines. Roasting meat: glass turntable, metal tray. Baking: glass turntable, metal tray. When using the oven as a CONVECTION oven, there is NO MICROWAVE POWER, i.e.
Combination cooking Preheat if necessary Grill 1-2-3 or or Combination Start Micr o Power Convection G Press Combination pad. The grill and convection symbols will appear and flash. G G Select first cooking mode. The microwave symbol will appear. 1 h 10 min 1 min 10 sec Set cooking time. 10 sec. pad is inoperable. G Select microwave power. Options available depend on first cooking mode selected. G Press if preheating.* Convection only. Start G Press Start pad.
Combination 1. Convection and Microwave This is the most popular combination mode combining Convection heat with Microwave Power. Casseroles, meat joints, jacket potatoes and pastries are very successful using this combination. Unsuitable foods are those which contain whisked eggs, meringues, rich fruit cakes, biscuits and yorkshire puddings. It is not necessary to preheat on combination except when cooking pastry dishes.
Combination 1. Convection and Microwave Oven accessories to use When using Combination cooking the glass turntable should be in position and must have the metal tray on top, unless otherwise stated. Items of food can be placed onto the wire rack on the metal tray on the glass turntable. Heatproof dishes of food should be placed directly onto the metal tray on the glass turntable. Joints and portions of meat should be placed on an upturned saucer on the metal tray on the glass turntable.
Combination 1. Convection and Microwave Guidelines • Food is usually cooked UNCOVERED. • After cooking it is important that the accessories are removed for cleaning before re-use and that the oven walls and floor are wiped with a cloth squeezed in hot soapy water to remove any grease. DO NOT PUT ACCESSORIES IN THE DISHWASHER. The chart below gives suggestions for Combination programs. For cooking times refer to cooking charts or a similar recipe in the book.
Combination 2. Grill and Microwave This Combination mode is suitable for foods which are normally grilled and for reheating small savoury items. It is NOT necessary to preheat when using this Combination mode and food should always be cooked uncovered. Do not use this program with less than 200 g (7 oz) of food. The Grill will glow on and off during cooking this is normal. Grill 1 - HIGH Grill 2 - MEDIUM Grill 3 - LOW Combination Grill 1-2-3 Micr o Power • Press Combination pad. • Select Grill Power.
Combination 2. Grill and Microwave Oven accessories to use When using Combination cooking the glass turntable should be in position and must have the metal tray on top, unless otherwise stated. Food should be placed directly onto the wire rack on the metal tray. This is then placed on the glass turntable. When cooking fish or small items, food can be placed directly on the metal tray on top of the wire rack. Guidelines • Food is always cooked UNCOVERED.
Combination 2. Grill and Microwave For advice on cooking times refer to cooking charts and recipes in this book. Foods should always be cooked until browned and piping hot. CAUTION: ALWAYS USE OVEN GLOVES WHEN REMOVING DISHES FROM THE OVEN ESPECIALLY WHEN TURNING OR STIRRING FOODS, AS THE ACCESSORIES AND SURROUNDING OVEN WILL GET VERY HOT.
Auto weight cook programs This feature allows you to cook or reheat ten foods by setting the weight only. The oven determines the Microwave power level and/or Combination setting, then the cooking time automatically. Select the category of food and then just enter the weight. The weight can be entered in grams or pounds and ounces. lb oz 1 2 • Select the desired Auto Weight program, by pressing the pad. The pad can be pressed once or twice to select the desired program.
Guidelines for use The auto weight programs are designed to take the guesswork out of cooking or reheating your food. They must ONLY be used for the foods described. 1. Only cook foods within the weight ranges described (see table below). 2. Only use the accessories as indicated on pages 44-46. 3. DO NOT cover food unless stated, as programs 7-10 use a Combination of Microwave and Convection and it will prevent the food browning. The heat will also melt any plastic covering. 4.
Auto weight cook programs Auto Programs must ONLY be used for the foods described below. Programs 1-6 use Microwave power only, Programs 7-10 use a Combination program of Microwave and Convection and/or Grill. *IMPORTANT NOTE: These programs are not suitable for foods that cannot be stirred e.g. lasagne / shepherds pie. 1 Curry This program is for reheating a chilled curry convenience meal that can be stirred.* Foods must be in a suitable microwaveable container and have the film pierced.
Auto weight cook programs 5 Fresh fish To cook FRESH fish. Shield the thinner portions. Place in a shallow container on turntable. Add 15 ml (1tbsp) liquid. Cover with pierced cling film or lid. Press the pad once. Enter the weight. Press START. M 5 6 6 Fresh vegetables To cook FRESH vegetables. Place prepared vegetables into a shallow container on turntable. Add 90 ml (6tbsp) of water. Cover with pierced cling film or lid. Press the pad twice. Enter the weight. Press START.
Auto weight combination programs It is necessary to preheat the oven for programs 8-10 (Frozen potato products, whole chicken, frozen pizza). See below for operation. eg. 9 • Select the Fresh Whole Chicken program. down Start up Start • Press Start. • Press the start pad • After pre-heating, beeps sound and ʻPʼ will flash in to pre-heat the the display. Place the Whole oven. Pre-heat with Chicken in the oven and set metal tray on glass weight. The default weight is tray. in grams.
Cooking and reheating guidelines 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 freshly cooked and NOT leftover. Always check food is piping hot and return to oven if necessary. As a general rule, always cover wet foods, e.g. soups, casseroles and plated meals. Do not cover dry foods e.g. bread rolls, mince pies, sausage rolls etc.
Cooking and reheating guidelines Mince pies - caution REMEMBER even if the pastry is cold to the touch, the filling will be piping hot and will warm the pastry through. Take care not to overheat otherwise 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 your mouth. Christmas puddings and liquids - caution Take great care when reheating these items. See Page 9 and 10. Do not leave unattended.
Weight/ Quality Power Level Time to Select (approx) Microwave symbol E 1000W Instructions/Guidelines The heating category for small packs of food The IEC (60705) power output (watts) 4 1 4 15-20 secs. HIGH power or GRILL 1 HIGH power 4-5 mins. 30-40 secs. 3-4 mins. 3-5 mins. or GRILL 1 or GRILL 1 30-40 secs. 2-3 mins. or GRILL 1 HIGH power 15-20 secs. HIGH power Place on heatproof plate on turntable. Do not cover. Place on micro-safe plate on turntable. Do not cover.
50 HIGH 400 g 405 g Stewed steak 400 g Minestrone 300 g Sponge pudding HIGH HIGH HIGH HIGH HIGH HIGH Place in a heatproof bowl on turntable. Cover. Stir halfway. Place in a heatproof bowl on turntable. Cover. Stir halfway. Place in a heatproof bowl on turntable. Cover Place in a heatproof bowl on turntable. Cover. Place in a heatproof bowl on turntable. Cover. Place in a heatproof bowl on turntable. Cover. . Place in a heatproof bowl on turntable. Cover .
Weight/ Quantity Power Level HIGH 195 g 330 g HIGH HIGH 3 mins. 2 - 3 mins. 1 mins. 30 secs. 5 mins. 2 mins. 30 secs. 2 mins. 3 mins. Time to Select (approx) 454 g 900 g 1.1 kg Small Medium Large 470 ml 2 mugs Place in a heatproof bowl on turntable. Cover. Place in a heatproof bowl on turntable. Cover. Place in a heatproof bowl on turntable. Cover. Place in a heatproof bowl on turntable. Cover. Place in a heatproof bowl on turntable. Cover. Stir halfway.
52 1 kg Savoury Mince 8 mins. Place in a heatproof dish on turntable. Cover. Place in a heatproof dish on turntable. Cover. 400 g (1) 250 g (1) 300 g (2) 300 g (2) 220°C + SIMMER power Combi: HIGH power or 200°C + WARM Combi: SIMMER power 220°C + Combi: 200°C + WARM power Combi: HIGH power or 200°C + WARM power Combi: HIGH power or 10 -12 mins. 4-5 mins. 12 mins. 5-6 mins. 6-7 mins. 3-4 mins. 6-7 mins. 1-2 mins. Do not cover. Place on wire rack on metal tray on turntable.
270 g (2) 90 g (2) Sausage roll Xmas mince pies HIGH power 220°C + WARM power Combi: Power Level 1 Adult size size HIGH HIGH 4-5 mins. 2-3 mins. 10-20 secs. 8-9 mins. Time to Select (approx) 730 g HIGH 220°C + WARM power 4-5 mins. 10-15 mins. 1 min. 20 secs. HIGH or Combi: 1 min 30 secs - 2 mins. 10-12 mins. 2-3 mins 5 mins. 10-11 mins. HIGH 220°C + WARM power Combi: HIGH or Convection: 220°C 220°C + WARM power Combi: 3-4 mins. Place on turntable. Do not cover.
54 Weight Quantity Power Level Time to Select (approx) Instructions/Guidelines 340 g Lasagne 385 g 454 g Potato wedges Vegetable bake 5-7 mins. MEDIUM power or 200°C + SIMMER power Combi: HIGH power or 220°C Convection: 220°C Convection: 220°C Convection: 200˚C + LOW power 12-14 mins. 6-8 mins. 10 mins. 15 mins. 8- 10 mins. 13-15 mins. 13-15 mins. Combi: 220˚C + SIMMER power Combi: 3-4 mins. 15 mins. HIGH power or 220°C Convection: Place on metal tray on turntable.
Weight Quantity Power Level Time to Select (approx) Instructions/Guidelines 250 g 360 g 400 g Breaded onion rings Fish pie Shepherdʼs pie 8-9 mins. then HIGH power or 220°C + SIMMER power 20-25 mins. 6-8 mins. then HIGH power or Combi: 10 mins. DEFROST power 220°C + SIMMER power 18 mins. 7-8 mins. HIGH power or Combi: 10-12 mins. GRILL 1 220˚C + SIMMER power 22-25 mins. 8 mins. DEFROST power Combi: 18 mins. GRILL 1 Place on metal tray on turntable. Place on turntable.
56 255 g (2) Steaks HIGH power 225 g 225 g 225 g Chick peas Lentils Red kidney beans then SIMMER 40 mins. Must boil for at least 12 mins to destroy toxic enzymes Use 600 ml (1pt) boiling water in a large bowl Cover. 15 mins. HIGH power Use 600 ml (1pt) boiling water in a large bowl Cover. Use 600 ml (1pt) boiling water in a large bowl Cover. 40 mins. then SIMMER 10-15 mins. 10 mins. HIGH power Use 600 ml (1pt) boiling water in a large bowl Cover. MEDIUM power 25-30 mins. 10 mins.
Weight/ Quantity Choice of Cooking Modes Time (mins.) Instructions/Guidelines 450 g - 675 g Stewing steak 10 mins. then 60 mins. HIGH then SIMMER POWER or 1hr-1hr 40 mins. 12 mins. 6-8 mins. MEDIUM power or GRILL 1 per 450 g POWER Combi: 160°C +WARM power Turn halfway. Place on an upturned saucer on metal tray on turntable. Place in casserole dish with stock and vegetables with lid on metal tray on turntable. Stir halfway. Place in micro-safe dish with stock and vegetables on turntable.
58 Weight/ Quantity Time (mins.) Time (mins.) Instructions/Guidelines Whole 900 g (4) 360 g Nuggets (fresh) Chicken legs 500 g Nuggets (frozen) 600 g (4) 300 g (2) 900 g (8) Drumsticks Kiev (fresh) 500 g (4) Breasts, boneless Combi: 190˚C + SIMMER power MEDIUM power or Combi: 220˚C + SIMMER MEDIUM power or 220˚C + WARM power Combi: GRILL 1 Combi: 220°C + WARM Convection: 220˚C 220˚C Place on wire rack on metal tray on turntable. Place on micro-safe rack or plate on turntable.
90 ml 2 135 ml 3 180 ml 4 Water Eggs Water Eggs Water Eggs 20 secs 50 secs 30 secs 1min. 20 secs 30 secs HIGH power HIGH power HIGH power HIGH power HIGH power 180 g (2) 420 g (2) Cakes Fillets 12-14 mins. 3-5 mins. HIGH power or GRILL 1 10-12 mins. GRILL 1 GRILL 1 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.
60 Weight/ Quantity Choice of Cooking Modes 330 g (1) Whole or GRILL 2 HIGH power or GRILL 2 HIGH power 12-14 mins. 7 mins. 15-20 mins. 15 mins. GRILL 1 HIGH power or GRILL 1 GRILL 1 or DEFROST then STAND then MEDIUM HIGH power HIGH power Place in micro-safe dish. Add 30 ml of liquid. Cover. Place in micro-safe dish. Add 30 ml of liquid. Cover. Place on metal tray on wire rack on turntable. Turn halfway. Place on metal tray on wire rack on turntable. Turn halfway. Place in micro-safe dish.
Weight/ Quantity Choice of Cooking Modes Time (mins.) HIGH power 450 g 450 g 450 g 450 g 450 g Peaches – poached Pears – poached Plums – poached Plums – stewed Rhubarb – stewed 5-8 mins. 8-10 mins. 5-6 mins. 6-8 mins. 4-5 mins. 4-5 mins. 5-6 mins. Only half fill dish. Cover. Add 30 ml (2 tbsp) of water. Only half fill dish. Cover. Add 300 ml (1/2 pt) of water. Only half fill dish. Cover. Add 300 ml (1/2 pt) of water. Only half fill dish. Cover. Add 300 ml (1/2 pt) of water.
62 Weight/ Quantity Choice of Cooking Modes 225 g 225 g 225 g Macaroni Spaghetti / tagliatelle Pasta shells - ie. conchiglie 250 g (6) All Butter croissants Pre heat 200°C then 200°C Convection: 220°C + SIMMER power Combi: HIGH power or HIGH power HIGH power HIGH power HIGH power Prick base of pastry and chill well. Do not cover. Place on metal tray on turntable. Prick base of pastry and chill well. Lay piece of kitchen towel in base. Place on turntable.
Weight/ Quantity Choice of Cooking Modes Time (mins.) 420 g 250 g (2) Combi: 220°C + SIMMER power Combi: 220°C + SIMMER power 10-12 mins. 10-12 mins. Place on wire rack on metal tray on turntable. Do not cover. Place on wire rack on metal tray on turntable. Do not cover. Instructions/Guidelines Combi: 190°C + WARM power MEDIUM power or Tenderloin, whole Place on wire rack on metal tray on turntable. Turn halfway.
64 Weight/ Quantity 250 g 250 g 250 g 250 g Easycook white Easycook brown Long grain white Long grain brown MEDIUM power MEDIUM power HIGH power HIGH power MEDIUM power 50 g 50 g Pudding rice Tapioca 30-35 mins. 5 mins. 35 mins. HIGH power then SIMMER SIMMER power 20-25 mins. SIMMER power 20-25 mins. 14-18 mins. 15-20 mins. 12-13 mins. 10-15 mins. 8-9 mins. 10-12 mins. 12-15 mins. 15-18 mins. Time (mins.) Add 600 ml (1pt) milk. 30 ml sugar Add 450 ml (3/4pt) milk.
Weight/ Quantity Choice of Cooking Modes Time (mins.) 454 g (8) power Combi: 190°C + SIMMER GRILL 1 HIGH power HIGH power 450 g 450 g 450 g 450 g 450 g 450 g 450 g 450 g Runner beans Beetroot Broccoli Brussel sprouts Cabbage - sliced Carrots - sliced Cauliflower - florets Courgettes 5 mins. 10-12 mins. 7-9 mins. 7-9 mins. 8-9 mins. 8 mins. 12-15 mins. 7 mins. 5-6 mins. 5-8 mins. Add 90 ml (6 tbsp) water. Cover. 12-14 mins. Place on metal tray on turntable. Turn halfway.
66 Weight/ Quantity Choice of Cooking Modes 450 g 450 g 450 g 450 g 450 g Mushrooms Parsnips - sliced Peas Potatoes - boiled Potatoes - par-boiled 450 g Swede - cubed HIGH power HIGH power 8-12 mins. 7 mins. 30 mins. 18-20 mins. HIGH power Combi: 220°C +SIMMER power 25 mins. 13 mins. HIGH power or Combi: 220°C + SIMMER power 20 mins. 8 mins. HIGH power or Combi: 220°C + SIMMER power 15 mins. 5 mins. HIGH power or Combi: 220°C + SIMMER power 5-6 mins. 7-9 mins. 4-6 mins.
Weight/ Quantity Choice of Cooking Modes 450 g 450 g 450 g 450 g 450 g 450 g 450 g 450 g Brocolli Brussels sprouts Cabbage - shredded Carrots - sliced Cauliflower Peas Spinach - nuggets Sweetcorn 220°C HIGH power HIGH power HIGH power HIGH power HIGH power HIGH power HIGH power HIGH power HIGH power HIGH power Add 30 ml (2tbsp) water. Cover. Instructions/Guidelines 15-20 mins. Place directly onto metal tray. 7 mins. 8-9 mins. 6-7 mins. 10 mins. 8 mins. 5-6 mins.
Increasing and decreasing recipes Increasing recipes • To increase a recipe from 4 to 6 servings, increase each ingredient listed by half. To double the quantity, simply double every ingredient listed. • Do not forget that large quantities will require a larger dish. Make sure that it is deep enough to prevent the recipe from boiling over during cooking. • Cover as directed in the recipe. Stir or rearrange foods as recommended. • Increase the stand times by 5 mins. per lb.
Soups and starters Ingredients 25 g (1 oz) butter 1 medium onion coarsely chopped 700 g (1 1/2 Ib) carrots thickly sliced 1 litre ( 1 3/4 pints) vegetable stock Grated zest of 1/2 orange 90 ml (6 tbsp) orange juice 60 ml (4 tbsp) crème fraiche salt and black pepper 15 ml (1 tbsp) fresh chives, cut into pieces Carrot & orange soup Dish 3 litre (6pt) bowl Serves 4 Oven Accessory: glass turntable 1. Place the butter and onion in a large bowl. cook on HIGH power for 3-4 mins. or until soft. 2.
Ingredients 4 beef tomatoes seasoning 3 ml (1/2 tsp) dried basil 4 eggs 200 g (7 oz) mozzarella cheese Baked stuffed tomatoes Serves 4 Dish: Shallow heatproof dish Oven accessory: glass turntable + metal tray 1. Slice the tops off the tomatoes. Deseed, scoop out the centre and discard. 2. Drain tomatoes upside down on kitchen paper then place tomatoes right way up in heatproof dish. 3. Sprinkle inside with salt and pepper and dried basil. 4.
Ingredients 250 g (9 oz) streaky unsmoked bacon, derinded 225 g (8 oz) pork fillet 225 g (8 oz) chicken breast 1 onion, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic 100 g (4 oz) pistachio nuts, shelled 15 ml (1 tbsp) green peppercorns 30 ml (2 tbsp) brandy 5 ml (1 tsp) dried basil 15 ml (1 tbsp) parsley, chopped salt and pepper 1 egg, beaten 225 g (8 oz) thick slice of ham, cut into thin strips Pork and chicken terrine Serves 4-6 Dish: 900 g (2 lb) Pyrex® loaf dish Oven accessory: glass turntable + metal tray 1.
Fish Fish cooks very well by microwave as it stays moist and the lingering fish smells left in conventional ovens are avoided. When is fish cooked? Fish is cooked when it flakes easily and becomes opaque. For fish with a strong odour, eliminate the smell after cooking by placing 600 ml (1 pt) of boiling water and 1 sliced lemon in a large bowl, cook on SIMMER for 20 mins. Wipe out oven with a dry cloth. Whole fish If cooking 2 whole fish together, they should be arranged head to tail for even cooking.
Ingredients 350 g (12 oz) peeled potatoes 25 g (1 oz) butter 1 small onion, finely chopped 200 g (7 oz) can tuna, drained 1 egg, hardboiled, chopped 30 ml (2 tbsp) fresh parsley, chopped 10 ml (2 tsp) lemon juice salt and pepper 1 egg, beaten 100 g (4 oz) breadcrumbs Tuna fish cakes Serves 4 Oven accessory: glass turntable + metal tray + wire rack 1. Cook potatoes with 45 ml (3 tbsp) water, covered on HIGH power for 6-8 mins. or until cooked. Drain. 2.
Ingredients 4 trouts, 350 g (12 oz) each Stuffing: 1 bunch spring onions, finely chopped 100 g (4 oz) button mushrooms, finely sliced grated rind and juice of 1 orange 21/2 cm (1”) cube fresh ginger, peeled and grated dash of Soy sauce juice of 1 orange juice of 1 lime black pepper 25 g (1 oz) butter Ingredients 100 g (4 oz) broccoli 100 g (4 oz) cauliflower 1 medium red pepper, diced 198 g (7 oz) can salmon, drained 25 g (1 oz) butter 30 ml (2 tbsp) plain flour 300 ml (1/2 pt) milk 50 g (2oz) grated tasty
Ingredients 225 g (8 oz) tomatoes 125 ml (4 fl.oz) olive oil 30 ml (2 tbsp) tomato puree 2 onions, chopped 1 large leek, sliced 4 garlic cloves, crushed 1.
Meat and poultry Guidelines Defrosted joints Standing time If the meat has previously been frozen, ensure it is properly thawed before cooking by microwave. Defrosted joints of meat must be allowed to STAND for a minimum of 1 hour. before cooking to ensure the centre is fully defrosted. Meat and poultry require a minimum of 15 mins. STANDING TIME wrapped in aluminium foil after cooking by microwave.
Meat and poultry How to roast a joint by microwave To roast basic joints of meat place the joint onto the rack of a microwave roasting set and cover with a dome lid. Alternatively use a large, shallow dish and place the joint on an upturned saucer and cover with cling film. How to cook small cuts of meat by microwave Some cuts of meat can be cooked successfully by microwave although due to their short cooking times and no heat source, they will not crisp and brown.
Ingredients 4 chicken portions approx. 1.
Ingredients 675 g (1 1/2 lb) pork ribs 30 ml (2 tbsp) vinegar Sauce: 45 ml (3 tbsp) tomato sauce 45 ml (3 tbsp) soy sauce 45 ml (3 tbsp) honey 5 ml (1 tbsp) dry mustard powder 45 ml (3 tbsp) plum jam Barbeque spare ribs Serves 4 Dish: shallow flat based dish Oven accessory: glass tray then metal tray on glass tray 1. Prepare riblets from breast by cutting down between rib bones with a sharp knife. Cut flap end into 2.5 cm (1”) wide strips. 2.
Ingredients 150 g (6 oz) plain flour 3 ml (1/2 tsp) salt 2 eggs 300 ml (1/2 pt) milk and water 25 g (1 oz) oil 450 g (1 lb) sausages Toad in the hole Serves 4 Dish: 25 x 18 cm (10" x 7") oblong tin Oven accessory: glass turntable + metal tray 1. Preheat oven on CONVECTION 220°C. 2. Sift flour and salt in a bowl. Add egg and half the liquid. Beat until smooth. Gradually stir in remaining liquid. 3. Put oil in tin with sausages on metal tray. Cook on CONVECTION 220°C for 15 mins. 4.
Ingredients 675 g (11/2 lb) braising steak, cubed 3 large onions, sliced thinly 1 clove garlic, crushed 30 ml (2 tbsp) seasoned flour 15 ml (1 tbsp) brown sugar 300 ml (1/2 pt) hot beef stock 300 ml (1/2 pt) light ale 15 ml (1 tbsp) wine vinegar 5 ml (1 tsp) mixed herbs 2 bay leaves Topping: 8 x 2.
Ingredients 1 medium onion, chopped 2 carrots, chopped 25 g (1 oz) butter 350 g (12 oz) cold cooked beef or lamb, minced 300 ml (1/2 pt) hot beef stock 3 ml (1/2 tsp) Worcestershire sauce 15 ml (1 tbsp) gravy thickening 5 ml (1 tsp) tomato puree salt and pepper 675 g (11/2 lb) potatoes, cubed 135 ml (9 tbsp) water 30 ml (2 tbsp) milk 25 g (1 oz) cheese Ingredients 1 quantity of savoury mince (see page 81) double quantity of White Pouring sauce (see page 97) 100 g (4 oz) grated cheese 5 ml (1 tsp) mustard s
Ingredients 600 g (11/4 lb) braising steak, cubed 45 ml (3 tbsp) seasoned flour 600 ml (1 pt) hot beef stock 45 ml (3 tbsp) tomato puree 30 ml (2 tbsp) paprika 5 ml (1 tsp) sugar 60 ml (4 tbsp) soured cream Hungarian goulash Serves 4 Dish: large casserole + lid Oven accessory: glass turntable + metal tray 1. Toss meat in the flour. Combine all ingredients except the soured cream in casserole dish. 2. Cook on Combination: CONVECTION 160°C + WARM power for 1hr 15 mins, or until the meat is tender. 3.
Ingredients 1 aubergine, sliced salt 30 ml (2 tbsp) oil 2 cloves garlic, crushed 1 medium onion, chopped 396 g (14 oz) can tomatoes 30 ml (2 tbsp) tomato puree 350 g (12 oz) lamb, cooked and finely diced salt and pepper Topping: 2 eggs 150 ml (1/4 pt) single cream 100 g (4 oz) cheese, grated 25 g (1 oz) Parmesan cheese, grated Ingredients 4 chicken joints, skinned Marinade: 2 cloves garlic, crushed 25 g (1 oz) fresh root ginger, grated 10 ml (2 tbsp) ground coriander 5 ml (1 tbsp) ground cumin 5 ml (1 tbsp
Pasta, rice and beans Ingredients 175 g (6 oz) easycook brown rice 450 ml (3/4 pt) hot chicken stock 450 g (1 lb) smoked haddock 30 ml (2 tbsp) lemon juice 1 medium onion, chopped 15 ml (1 tbsp) oil 150 ml (1/4 pt) soured cream 15 ml (1 tbsp) curry paste 100 g (4 oz) frozen peas 30 ml (2 tbsp) parsley, chopped 2 hardboiled eggs, chopped Ingredients 100 g (4 oz) green lentils 15 ml (1 tbsp) oil 1 large onion, sliced 5 ml (1 tsp) grated root ginger 1 garlic clove, crushed 3 ml (1/2 tsp) turmeric 5 ml (1 tsp)
Ingredients 1 large aubergine, cubed salt 350 g (12 oz) tagliatelle, fresh 1 onion 1 clove garlic, crushed 15 ml (1 tbsp) olive oil 397 g (14 oz) tin of chopped tomatoes 5 ml (1 tsp) basil 15 ml (1 tbsp) tomato puree 15 g (1/2 oz) butter salt and pepper 8-10 black olives, stoned 100 g (4 oz) mozzarella, diced 30 ml (2 tbsp) parmesan cheese, grated Ingredients 1 aubergine 2 leeks 1 red, 1 green pepper 1 onion 1 clove of garlic 45 ml (3 tbsp) olive oil 225 g (8 oz) pasta shapes 225 g (8 oz) fresh spinach Whi
Ingredients 40 g (11/2 oz) dried Cep mushrooms 50 g (2 oz) butter 1 clove garlic, finely chopped 1 small onion, finely chopped freshly ground black pepper 250 g (9 oz) Arborio rice 300 ml (1/2 pt) hot vegetable stock 12 basil leaves, torn Wild mushroom and basil risotto Serves 4 Dish: 3 litre (6 pt) casserole dish Oven accessory: glass turntable 1. Soak mushrooms in 300 ml (1/2 pt) warm water. 2.
Cheese and egg dishes Ingredients 100 g (4 oz) tasty grated cheese 100 g (4 oz) smoked ham, diced 1 tomato, deseeded and chopped 60 ml (4 tbsp) sour cream 15 ml (1tbsp) mayonnaise 10 ml (2 tbsp) wholegrain mustard 8 croissants pepper Ingredients 150 ml (1/4 pt) Dolmio® sauce or Passata 100 g (4 oz) garlic sausage, cubed 1 clove garlic, crushed 1 small onion, diced 4 large muffins, halved 100 g (4 oz) cheese, grated 56 g can anchovy fillets black olives to garnish Stuffed croissants Serves 4 Oven accesso
Ingredients 1 medium onion, finely diced 15 ml (1 tbsp) olive oil 175 g (6 oz) self-raising flour 3 ml (1/2 tsp) salt 3 ml (1/2 tsp) mustard powder 3 ml (1/2 tsp) cayenne pepper seasoning 25 g (1 oz) butter 40 g (11/2 oz) strong cheddar cheese, grated 40 g (11/2 oz) Parmesan cheese 25 g (1 oz) black olives, stoned and chopped 1 egg, beaten 45 ml (3 tbsp) milk 1 beaten egg for glazing Ingredients 1 small French baguette, cut into 8 slices 60 ml (4 tbsp) cranberry sauce 175 g (6 oz) brie, sliced sesame seeds
Ingredients 4 slices bread, buttered 5 ml (1 tsp) Dijon mustard 2 slices smoked ham 100 g (4 oz) sliced cheese Ingredients 175 g (6 oz) quick cooking macaroni 40 g (11/2 oz) butter 1 small onion, finely chopped 100 g (4 oz) bacon, chopped 40 g (11/2 oz) flour 600 ml (1 pt) milk salt and pepper 5 ml (1 tsp) french mustard 150 g (5 oz) red cheese, grated 30 ml (2 tbsp) fresh brown breadcrumbs Croque monsieur Serves 2 Oven accessory: glass turntable + metal tray + wire rack 1.
Vegetables and vegetarian • • • • Root vegetables. i.e. carrots, swede, should be cut into slices, strips or cubes. Do not mix fresh and frozen vegetables as the cooking times may be different. • If cooking potatoes with other vegetables, only cook with other ROOT vegetables. Never add salt to vegetables before microwaving. Remember the flavour of microwaved vegetables is much better than boiled. • • Cabbage should be shredded and cooked by power and time.
• Certain vegetables i.e. broccoli and asparagus, should be arranged so that the tips are in the centre of the dish, as these require less cooking. • Whole cauliflower should be cooked upside down on MEDIUM power for 10 mins. approx. with 90 ml (6 tbsp) water. Jacket potatoes Varieties of potatoes vary in their suitability for cooking by microwave. We recommend Maris Piper for consistently good results. The cooking times given may need adjustment for other varieties.
Ingredients 15 ml (1 tbsp) oil 1 onion, finely chopped 1 green pepper, chopped 1 chilli, chopped 2 carrots, diced 5 ml (1 tsp) chilli powder 3 ml (1/2 tsp) cumin 175 g (6 oz) bulgar wheat 396 g (14 oz) can chopped tomatoes 30 ml (2 tbsp) tomato puree 450 ml (3/4 pt) water 396 g (14 oz) can red kidney beans, drained Ingredients 1 large onion, chopped 25 g (1 oz) butter 1 clove of garlic, crushed 225 g (8 oz) each of diced carrots, diced leeks, diced courgettes 1 green pepper, chopped 150 ml (1/4 pt) hot veg
Ingredients 450 g (1 lb) leeks, sliced thinly 450 g (1 lb) potatoes, sliced thinly 150 g (5 oz) blue cheese 225 g (8 oz) Greek yoghurt 75 ml (5 tbsp) double cream 50 g (2 oz) brown breadcrumbs salt and pepper Ingredients 450 g (1 lb) mixed vegetables eg.
Ingredients 450 g (1 lb) potatoes 25 g (1 oz) butter 30 ml (2 tbsp) oil Roast potatoes Serves 4 Oven accessory: glass turntable + metal tray 1. Peel and cut potatoes into quarters. Par boil and drain (see page 66). 2. Place potatoes, oil and butter on metal tray. Cook on Combination: CONVECTION 220°C + WARM power for 25 mins. turning and basting potatoes during cooking, or until crisp and brown.
Ingredients 100 g (4 oz) butter 225 g (8 oz) plain flour 50 g (2 oz) finely grated Parmesan 1 red and 1 yellow pepper, diced into 4 cm pieces 2 medium courgettes, sliced 100 g (4 oz) aubergine, diced into 4 cm pieces 15 ml (1 tbsp) olive oil 100 g (4 oz) soft goatʼs cheese 3 eggs, beaten 75 ml (5 tbsp) creme fraiche or double cream 15 ml (1 tbsp) chopped fresh parsley salt and pepper Goatʼs cheese tart with roasted vegetables Serves 4 Dish: 23 cm (9") flan tin Oven accessory: glass turntable + metal tray
Sauces Container size Reheating Always use a container or jug at least twice the capacity of the sauce, to avoid boiling over. Sauces can be made in advance and reheated by microwave. Reheat on HIGH power and stir halfway. Covering Power level DO NOT cover sauces when cooking. Most sauces require HIGH Power for cooking. Sauces containing eggs should be cooked on SIMMER power.
Ingredients 30 ml (2 tbsp) custard powder 15 ml (1 tbsp) sugar 600 ml (1 pt) cold milk Custard Dish: 1 litre (2 pt) jug Oven accessory: glass turntable 1. Mix together the custard powder, sugar and a little milk to form a smooth paste. 2. Blend in the remaining milk, whisking well. 3. Cook on HIGH power for 4-6 mins. Whisk well halfway through cooking time and again at the end.
Pastry Ingredients 1 small potato, thinly sliced 200 g (7 oz) puff pastry 1 small onion, sliced small apple, peeled, cored and sliced salt and pepper to taste 75 g (3 oz) cheese, grated or crumbled, eg. Stilton, Roule etc. Glaze: 1 egg, beaten Ingredients 1 quantity of suet pastry (see page 100) 75 ml (5 tbsp) seedless raspberry jam milk to glaze Savoury potato plait Serves 4-6 Dish: baking sheet (round) Oven accessory: glass turntable + metal tray 1.
Ingredients 225 g (8 oz) self-raising flour 3 ml (1/2 tsp) salt 100 g (4 oz) shredded suet 105 ml (7 tbsp) cold water Ingredients 600 g (1 lb 5 oz) dessert apples such as Granny Smithʼs, cored, peeled and roughly chopped juice of 1/2 lemon 50 g (2 oz) golden caster sugar 50 g (2 oz) walnuts, roughly chopped 50 g (2 oz) sultanas 5 ml (1 tsp) ground cinnamon 50 g (2 oz) ground almonds 6 sheets filo pastry 50 g (2 oz) butter, melted icing sugar to serve 100 Suetcrust pastry 1.
Baking Ingredients Ingredients 2 eggs beaten 150 ml veg oil 150 g self raising wholemeal flour 100 g soft light brown sugar 2 tsp cinnamon 75 g raisins 100 g grated carrots Icing (enough for a thin top and a thin layer in the middle or a thick topping) 50 g cream cheese 50 g butter 100 g icing sugar 2 tsp lemon juice 50 g chopped walnuts Ingredients 100 g (4 oz) butter 100 g (4 oz) golden syrup 100 g (4 oz) black treacle 75 g (3 oz) soft brown sugar 100 g (4 oz) self raising flour 100 g (4 oz) plain flour
Ingredients 100 g butter 100 g caster sugar 2 eggs lightly beaten 100 g self raising flour 50 g cocoa powder 50 g ground almond 100 ml milk 4 tbsp golden syrup Topping 50 g butter 25 g cocoa powder sifted 200 g icing sugar 1 tbsp milk Ingredients 175 g butter 175 g dark brown sugar Grated rind 1 lemon 3 eggs beaten 225 g plain flour 2 tsp ground spice 225 g raisins 225 g sultanas 50 g glace cherries 50 g chopped mixed nuts 1 tbsp treacle 3 tbsp brandy Chocolate and almond cake Dish: lined 20cm 8” shallow
Ingredients 100 g (4 oz) butter or margarine 50 g (2 oz) light brown sugar 30 ml (2 tbsp) golden syrup 225 g (8 oz) rolled oats 450 g (1 lb) plums, stoned and thinly sliced 5 ml (1 tsp) ground cinnamon Ingredients 150 g (5 oz) self-raising flour pinch of salt 50 g (2 oz) caster sugar 50 g (2 oz) suet 1 egg 150 ml (1/4 pt) milk 30 ml (2 tbsp) jam or golden syrup Optional: Add 1 tbsp of sultanas.
Ingredients 1 cooking apple, peeled and grated 1 carrot, peeled and grated 1 orange, juice and grated rind of 400 g (14 oz) mixed dried fruit 45 ml (3 tbsp) brandy 15 ml (1 tbsp) black treacle 50 g (2 oz) self-raising flour pinch of salt 15 ml (1 tbsp) cocoa 5 ml (1 tsp) mixed spice 3 ml (1/2 tsp) nutmeg 100 g (4 oz) shredded suet 150 g (5 oz) fresh breadcrumbs 50 g (2 oz) mixed peel 50 g (2 oz) flaked almonds 2 eggs, beaten Ingredients 4 medium sized apples 30 ml (2 tbsp) sugar 25-50 g (1-2 oz) mixed drie
Baking guidelines Covering For traditional cakes, with long cooking times, baked on convection mode only, it is necessary to cover the top of the tin with foil 10-15 mins. after the start of baking. This is not applicable to any of the recipes in this section. Dish size/shape Always use the exact dish size stated in the following recipes, otherwise cooking times and results will be affected.
Ingredients 75 g (3 oz) self-raising flour 75 g (3 oz) porridge oats 50 g (2 oz) dark muscovado sugar 75 g (3 oz) butter For the Topping: 25 g (1 oz) butter 3 eggs, beaten 175 g (6 oz) light muscovado sugar 150 g (5 oz) raisins 75 g (3 oz) dessicated coconut 1 lemon, grated rind plus 30 ml juice Ingredients Streusel Topping 50 g (2 oz) butter 75 g (3 oz) plain flour 30 ml (2 tbsp) granulated sugar 15 ml (1 tbsp) ground mixed spice Muffins 225 g (8 oz) plain flour 10 ml (2 tsp) baking powder 150 g (6 oz) ca
Preserves Sterilizing jars Covering Jam jars can be sterilized by microwave ready for your jams. Half fill with water and heat them on HIGH power until water boils (approx. 3 mins. for 2 jars). Empty and drain upside down on kitchen paper. The jars should be warm when filled with jam. Do not cover preserves whilst cooking, apart from if recommended in the recipe. If you wish to cook larger quantities than given in the recipes below, revert to the traditional hob method, using a traditional recipe.
Ingredients 450 g (1 lb) seville oranges 1 lemon 900 ml (11/2 pts) water 450 g (1 lb) sugar knob of butter Ingredients 4 lemons, grated rind and juice of 450 g (1 lb) caster sugar 4 eggs, beaten 100 g (4 oz) butter 108 Orange marmalade Makes 11/2 -2 lbs Dish: 6pt pyrex ® bowl Oven accessory: glass turntable 1. Grate oranges and lemon ensuring all the pith is left on the fruit. Set the rind aside. 2. Peel the fruit and put it in a food processor and chop until the pips are broken. 3.
Questions and answers Q Q Q Q My microwave oven causes interference with my TV, is this normal? My oven has an odour and generates smoke when using the CONVECTION, COMBINATION and GRILL function. Why? Sometimes warm air comes from the oven vents. Why? My oven stops cooking by microwave and “H97” and “H98” appears in the display window. A A A A Some radio and TV interference might occur when you cook with the microwave oven.
Technical specifications Rated voltage: Operating frequency: Input power: Microwave Grill Convection Output power: Grill Convection Outer dimensions: Oven Cavity dimensions: Weight: Noise: 230-240 V 50 Hz 2,450 MHz Max 2390 W 1135 W 1305 W 1320 W 1000 W (IEC-60705) 1300 W 1300 W 520 mm (W) x 395 mm (D) x 310 mm (H) 359 mm (W) x 352 mm (D) x 217 mm (H) with internal accessories 15 kg 50 dB Weight and dimensions are approximate.
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