CHAOS DEFROST For Models: Microwave Cookery Book NN A754 NN A724 NN A774 NN & Operating Instructions A714
Standard Conversion Chart Weight 1/ 2 oz 1oz 2oz 3oz 4oz 5oz 6oz – 15g – 25g – 50g – 75g – 100g – 150g – 175g 7oz 8oz 9oz 10oz 11oz 12oz 13oz 14oz 15oz 1lb/16oz – – – – – – – – – – 200g 225g 250g 275g 300g 350g 375g 400g 425g 450g Capacity 1/ 2 tsp 1tsp 1tbsp 1/ 4pt 1/ 2pt – 3ml – 5ml – 15ml – 150ml – 300ml 3/ 4 – 450ml – 600ml – 1 litre pt 1pt 13/4pt When using recipes in this book always follow metric or imperial measurements. Do not combine the two.
Welcome to Panasonic Microwave Cooking Dear Owner, 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. The new unique 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 Placement of 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. 1. Oven must be placed on a flat, stable surface 850mm above floor level. For proper operation, the oven must have sufficient air flow, i.e.
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. 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. 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.
Parts of Your Oven 1. Do not operate the oven without the Roller Ring and Glass Turntable in place. 7. 2. Only use the Glass Turntable specifically designed for this oven. Do not substitute with any other Glass Turntable. 8. The metal accessories provided must ONLY be used as directed for Grilling, Convection and Combination cooking. Never use them on microwave only. Do not use if operating the oven with less than 200g (7oz) of food on a manual Combination program.
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 9. Meat Thermometer. Use a meat thermometer to check the degree of cooking of roasts and poultry only when meat has been removed from the microwave. If undercooked, return to the oven and cook for a few more minutes at the recommended power level. Do not leave a conventional meat thermometer in the oven when microwaving. 10. Paper, Plastic. When heating food in plastic or paper containers, keep an eye on the oven due to the possibility of ignition.
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 car phones. HOW MICROWAVES COOK FOOD In a microwave oven, electricity is converted into microwaves by the MAGNETRON.
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. ■ JACKET POTATOES – Stand 5 mins. wrapped in aluminium foil. ■ LIGHT CAKES – Stand 5 mins. before removing from dish. ■ RICH DENSE CAKES – Stand 15-20 mins. ■ FISH – Stand 2-5 mins. ■ EGG DISHES – Stand 2-3 mins.
DISH SIZE QUANTITY SPACING SHAPE Follow the dish sizes given in the recipes, as these affect the cooking and reheating times. A quantity of food spread in a bigger dish cooks and reheats more quickly. Small quantities cook faster than large quantities, also small meals will reheat more quickly than large portions. Foods cook more quickly and evenly if spaced apart. NEVER pile foods on top of each other. Even shapes cook evenly.
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 (1⁄2pt) cold water. 2. Place it on the turntable alongside the dish to be tested.
PLASTIC CLING FILM 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 Panel NN-A754/NN-A724/NN-A774/NN-A714* (1) AUTO REHEAT (2) 1 h 10 min 1 min 10 sec Curry/ Chinese (3) Pasta/ Casserole AUTO COOK Micro Power (6) (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) (9) (10) (11) Fish/Veg Grill 1-2-3 (7) (12) Crispy Top Convection (8) Turbo-Bake Potatoes Combination Chicken/ Meat (4) (9) (10) (13) (14) (15) CHAOS Pizza (5) (13) Delay/ Stand (11) (12) (15) Clock lb oz down up (14) Stop/Cancel Start * The design of your control panel may vary from the pan
Let’s Start to Use your Oven NN-A754/A724/A774/A714* 1 Plug in 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 12hr clock. Set time using time pads. Press clock pad again. (See page 15 for details).
Setting the Clock Example of how to set 1.25pm. Press once Clock Press five times ● Press Clock Pad “SET TIME” will appear in the display window, and the colon starts to blink. ● 1 h 10 min 1 min 10 sec Press twice Clock Inoperable Press Time Pads ● Enter time of day by pressing Time Pads e.g. 1.25pm (12hr clock). 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. Foods reheated or cooked by MICROWAVE only are normally covered with a lid or cling film, unless otherwise stated. DO NOT place food directly onto the turntable except in the case of Jacket Potatoes cooked by MICROWAVE only. 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 16). 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.
Defrosting Guidelines By selecting the DEFROST power level from the microwave power pad, and setting a time, you can defrost food in your microwave. The biggest problem 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. The name for this type of defrost is cyclic and during the standing stages there is not any microwave power in the oven, although the light will remain on and the turntable will turn.
Defrosting Foods Using Defrost Power & Time The times given below are a guideline only. Always check the progress of the food by opening the oven door and then re-starting. For larger quantities adjust times accordingly. Food should not be covered during defrosting. Meat Defrosting Time Method Standing Time Beef/Lamb/ Pork Joint 14-16 mins. 450g (1lb) Place in a suitable dish or on an upturned saucer or use a rack. Turn 3-4 times. Shield. 60 mins. Minced Beef 12 mins.
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: Delay/ Stand Cooking Program & Time ● Set the desired Cooking Program, by selecting cooking option and time required. ● Then Press the Stand Pad.
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 Grill 1-2-3 • Select Grill power. Press once for Grill 1 (High), twice for Grill 2 (Medium) or three times for Grill 3 (Low). The grill symbol will also appear. 1 h 10 min 1 min 10 sec • Press Time pads to enter cooking time.
Grilling OVEN ACCESSORIES TO USE When grilling foods the Glass Turntable should be in position, with the Metal Tray and the High Rack on top. Place food on High Rack on the Metal Tray on the Turntable. The High 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. If grilling fish or small items, place the metal tray on top of the high rack. Most foods require turning halfway during cooking.
Convection Cooking Your Dimension 4 Combination Oven can be used as a conventional oven using the CONVECTION mode which incorporates a heating element with a fan. For best results always place food in a preheated oven. The grill will come on when the oven is preheating. The Metal Tray must be on the Glass Turntable when preheating. Convection ● Press to select oven temperature.
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 on the Low Rack or directly onto the Metal Tray. Follow your individual recipe guidelines. Roasting Meat: Glass Turntable, Metal Tray and Low Rack. Baking: Glass Turntable, Metal Tray, Low Rack. When using the oven as a CONVECTION oven, there is NO MICROWAVE POWER, i.e..
TURBO-BAKE Cooking The oven can be programmed to cook or reheat food by the grill and the convection oven working simultaneously, to give foods that extra crispness and colour. This is known as TURBO-BAKE and can often reduce traditional oven cooking times. ALWAYS PREHEAT BEFORE USE. The Metal Tray must be on the Glass Turntable when preheating. Grill 1-2-3 Turbo-Bake Start • Press to select oven temperature.
TURBO-BAKE Cooking OVEN ACCESSORIES TO USE When using TURBO-BAKE the Glass Turntable should be in position and must have the Metal Tray placed on top, unless otherwise stated. Food can be placed on the Low Rack or High Rack - see individual recipe for guidelines. When cooking meat or chicken, the food should be placed on the Low Rack inside the Metal Tray on Glass Turntable (see below). Joints and items of meat are placed on the Low Rack and Metal Tray on the Glass Turntable.
Combination Cooking Your oven has three methods of cooking by Combination. 1. Convection and Microwave 2. Grill and Microwave COMBINATION cooking is ideal for many foods. The microwave power cooks them quickly, whilst the oven, grill or both gives the traditional browning and crispness. All this happens simultaneously resulting in most foods being cooked in 1/2-2/3 of the conventional cooking time. There is no need to preheat on COMBINATION programs, EXCEPT when cooking pastry. 3.
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, to achieve a better result.
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. It is not necessary to clean the back of the oven which has a catalytic self clean lining. DO NOT PUT ACCESSORIES IN THE DISHWASHER. The chart below gives suggestions for Combination programs.
Combination 2. Grill and Microwave This Combination mode is suitable for foods which are normally grilled and for reheating small savoury items. Do not use this program with less than 200 g (7 oz) of food. It is NOT necessary to preheat when using this Combination mode and food should always be cooked uncovered. Grill 1 - HIGH Grill 2 - MEDIUM Grill 3 - LOW The Grill will glow on and off during cooking - this is normal. Combination Grill 1-2-3 • Press Combination Pad.
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 High 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 High Rack. GUIDELINES • Food is always cooked UNCOVERED.
Combination 3. TURBO-BAKE and Microwave This Combination mode is very useful for foods which require quick browning or crisping. Unsuitable foods are casseroles, cakes, meringues, pastries with sweet fillings, foods containing whisked eggs and yorkshire puddings. It is not necessary to preheat and food should always be cooked uncovered. Combination Turbo-Bake • Press Combination Pad. The grill and convection symbols will appear and flash.
Combination 3. TURBO-BAKE 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. Non-metallic dishes or items of food can be placed directly onto Low Rack on the Metal Tray on the Glass Turntable. Small items should be placed in a heatproof dish on the Low Rack. Food should be placed directly onto the High Rack on the Metal Tray on the Glass Turntable.
Auto Weight Cook Programs This feature allows you to cook or reheat fourteen 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.
Auto Weight Cook Programs Auto Programs must ONLY be used for the foods described below. Programs 1-6 use Microwave power only, Programs 7-14 use a Combination program of Microwave and Convection and/orGrill. *IMPORTANT NOTE: This program is not suitable for foods that cannot be stirred e.g. Lasagne/Shepherds Pie. These foods can be cooked on the Crispy Top program for ‘Chilled and Frozen’ dishes.
Auto Weight Cook Programs Auto programs must ONLY be used for the foods described below. Programs 9 to 14 use a combination of Microwave and Convection and/or Grill. Potatoes 9 Jacket Potatoes C To cook jacket potatoes with a crisper drier skin. Choose medium sized potatoes 200-250 g (7-9oz), for best results. Wash and dry potatoes and prick with a fork several times. Place on Low Rack on Metal Tray on Glass Turntable. Press the pad once. Enter total weight of potatoes, then press START.
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.
Reheating Charts The times given in the charts below are a guideline only, and will vary depending on STARTING temperature, dish size etc. HEATING CATEGORY Your oven is Heating Category E and this is displayed on the front of your oven door. The information on this label will assist you in using new instructions on food packs to enable you to program the best heating time in your oven.
Reheating Charts Weight/ Quantity Power Level Hot Dogs (drained) 400 g HIGH 3 mins. Place in a heatproof bowl on turntable. Cover. Stewed Steak 405 g HIGH 3-4 mins. Place in a heatproof bowl on turntable. Cover. Food Time to Select (approx) Instructions/Guidelines CANNED MEAT CANNED SOUPS Cream of Mushroom 425 g HIGH 4 mins. Place in a heatproof bowl on turntable. Cover. Stir halfway. Minestrone 400 g HIGH 2 mins. 30 secs. Place in a heatproof bowl on turntable. Cover. Stir halfway.
Reheating Charts Food Weight/ Quantity Power Level Time to Select (approx) Instructions/Guidelines PASTRY PRODUCTS – PRECOOKED – N.B. Pastries reheated by microwave will have a soft base. If pie comes in foil container place directly onto metal tray. 227 g (1) Cornish Pastie 350 g (2) Meat Pies 258 g (2) HIGH power or 1-2 mins. Combi: 200°C + WARM power 8 mins. Place in micro-safe dish on turntable. Do not cover. HIGH power or 3-4 mins. Place in micro-safe dish on turntable. Do not cover.
Reheating Charts Food Weight/ Quantity Power Level Time to Select (approx) Instructions/Guidelines PURCHASED CONVENIENCE FOODS – CHILLED N.B. Transfer food from foil container to a similar sized heat-proof dish (except when using TURBO-BAKE). Breaded Mushrooms 310 g Cottage Pie 190 g 595 g Lasagne 300 g TURBO-BAKE 220°C + GRILL 1 HIGH power or 10 mins. Place in dish on low rack on metal tray on turntable. 3-4 mins. Place on turntable. Combi: 220˚C + SIM power 12-14 mins.
Cooking Charts Food Weight/ Quantity Choice of Cooking Modes Time (mins.) Instructions/Guidelines BREAD – Frozen Part-baked rolls 200 g (4) Combi: 230°C + SIM power 10 Place on metal tray on turntable. Part-baked Garlic Baguette 170 g (1) Combi: 230°C + SIM power 7 Place on metal tray on turntable. BACON – from raw Rashers Steaks 260 g (8) 255 g (4) or GRILL 1 4-6 or 45 secs.
Cooking Charts Food Weight/ Quantity Choice of Cooking Modes Time (mins.) Instructions/Guidelines BEEFBURGERS – Frozen from raw – Caution: Hot fat! Remove grill accessory with care. 227 g (4) HIGH power 6-8 or GRILL 1 10-12 Place on micro-safe rack or plate on turntable. Cover. Place on high rack on metal tray on turntable. Turn halfway. CHICKEN from raw – CAUTION: Hot Fat! Remove accessory with care. For Guidelines see Meat Chapter page 55.
Cooking Charts Food Weight/ Quantity on turntable. Turn halfway. Choice of Time Cooking Modes (mins.) Instructions/Guidelines EGGS – Scrambled. HIGH power HIGH power HIGH power HIGH power HIGH power HIGH power 1 Egg 2 Eggs 3 Eggs 30 secs 20 secs 50 secs 30 secs 1min. 20 secs 30 secs • • • • 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.
Cooking Charts Food Weight/ Quantity Choice of Cooking Modes Stir halfway. Time (mins.) Instructions/Guidelines FISH - FROZEN from raw - For Guidelines see Fish Chapter page 52. Haddock Fillets 380 g (4) Scampi HIGH power or 7 GRILL 1 10-12 GRILL 1 or 6-8 Combi: TURBO-BAKE 230°C 10 255 g + GRILL 2 + SIMMER power Whole Steaks Boil in the Bag 450 g (2) 450 g (2) 150 g - 170 g HIGH power HIGH power DEFROST then STAND then MEDIUM 10-12 8-9 4 then 2 then 6 Place in micro-safe dish.
Cooking Charts Food Weight/ Quantity Choice of Cooking Modes Time (mins.) Instructions/Guidelines PASTA - Place in a large 3 litre (6 pint) microwave safe bowl. Spaghetti / Tagliatelle 225 g HIGH power 8-9 Pasta shells - ie. conchiglie 225 g HIGH power 10-12 Use 11/2 litres (21/2pts) boiling water. Add 15 ml oil. Cover. Stir halfway.
Cooking Charts Food Weight/ Quantity Choice of Cooking Modes Time (mins.) HIGH power 4-5 Add 2 cups of water or milk. Stir halfway. HIGH power 8-9 Add 4 cups of water or milk. Stir halfway. GRILL 1 or 12 TURBO-BAKE 250°C + GRILL 1 8-9 300 g (7) GRILL 1 10-12 300 g GRILL 1 or 10-12 Instructions/Guidelines Porridge – N.B: Use a large bowl.
Cooking Charts Food Weight/ Quantity Choice of Cooking Modes Time (mins.) Instructions/Guidelines FRESH VEGETABLES – Place in shallow micro-safe dish.
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 or margarine 1 large onion, peeled and finely chopped 675 g (11/2 lb) carrots, peeled and sliced 4 sticks celery, chopped 1 litre (13/4 pt) hot vegetable stock 1 small orange, grated rind and juice of salt and pepper 30 ml (2 tbsp) chopped parsley Carrot & Celery Soup Dish: 3 litre (6pt) bowl Serves 4 Oven Accessory: glass turntable 1. Place the butter and onion in bowl. Cover and cook on HIGH power for 3 mins. or until softened. 2.
Ingredients 1 bag of young spinach leaves 25 g (1 oz) butter 2 garlic cloves, crushed 450 g (1 lb) flat black mushrooms, finely chopped 75 g (3 oz) fine oatmeal 1 egg yolk 100 g (4 oz) cream cheese 30 ml (2 tbsp) chopped fresh herbs 15 ml (1 tbsp) lemon juice Mushroom Paté Serves 4 Dish: 18 cm (7") souffle dish lightly greased Oven Accessory: glass turntable + metal tray 1. Remove the stalks from the spinach and use the leaves to line the souffle dish, reserving leaves for the top. 2.
Fish WHOLE FISH Fish cooks very well by microwave as it stays moist and the lingering fish smells left in conventional ovens are avoided. 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. If cooking 2 whole fish together, they should be arranged head to tail for even cooking. ARRANGING LIQUID NOISE Thin fillets of fish i.e.
Ingredients 350 g (12 oz) 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 + high rack 1. Cook potatoes with 45 ml (3 tbsp) water, covered on HIGH power for 6-8 mins. or until cooked. Drain. 2.
F I S H 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 TURNING 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.
Ingredients 4 chicken breast fillets, skinned 100 g (4 oz) creamed coconut 45 ml (3 tbsp) lemon juice 30 ml (2 tbsp) soy sauce 30 ml (2 tbsp) vegetable oil 2 garlic cloves, crushed 5 ml (1 tsp) ground turmeric 5 ml (1 tsp) five-spice powder 5 ml (1 tsp) coriander seeds 5 ml (1 tsp) cumin seeds 90 ml (6 tbsp) crunchy peanut butter large pinch of chilli powder M E A T A N D P O U L T R Y Ingredients 4 chicken portions approx. 1.
Ingredients 1 kg (21/2 lb) pork spare ribs 300 ml (1/2 pt) water 225 g (8 oz) can crushed pineapple 150 ml (1/4 pt) HP Fruity Sauce 15 ml (1 tbsp) brown sugar 45 ml (3 tbsp) soy sauce 5 ml (1 tsp) fresh grated ginger Hawaiian Ribs Dish: 20 x 25 cm (8 x 10") rectangular dish Serves 2 Oven Accessory: glass turntable + metal tray + high rack. 1. Place the ribs in a single layer in dish with the water, cover and cook on HIGH power for 10 mins. Drain. 2.
Ingredients M E A T A N D P O U L T R Y 700 g (11/2 lb) boneless leg of pork, cubed 225 g (8 oz) onion, chopped 450 g (1 lb) parsnips, sliced 1 garlic clove, crushed 15 ml (1 tbsp) ground coriander 5 ml (1 tsp) cumin seeds or ground cumin 30 ml (2 tbsp) flour 300 ml (1/2 pt) beef stock 300 ml (1/2 pt) apple juice salt and pepper Ingredients Filling: 350 g (12 oz) braising steak, cubed 100 g (4 oz) kidney, cubed 30 ml (2 tbsp) seasoned flour 1 onion, chopped 600 ml (1 pt) hot beef stock Pudding: 175 g (
Ingredients 1 onion, diced 1 clove garlic, crushed 15 ml (1 tbsp) oil 397 g (14 oz) can chopped tomatoes 15 ml (1 tbsp) tomato puree 5 ml (1 tsp) mixed herbs 450 g (1 lb) mince salt and pepper Savoury Mince Serves 4 Dish: 1.5 litre (3 pt) casserole dish Oven Accessory: glass turntable 1. Place onion, garlic and oil in casserole, cover and cook on HIGH power for 2 mins. or until soft. 2. Place all other ingredients in casserole. Stir well. 3. Cover and cook on HIGH power for 10 mins.
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 Dish: large casserole + lid Serves 4 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 30 mins, or until the meat is tender.
Pasta, Rice and Beans Kedgeree Dish: large casserole Serves 4 Oven Accessory: glass turntable 1. Place the rice and chicken stock in casserole, cover and cook on HIGH power for 15-17 mins. or until tender. 2. Place the fish in a shallow dish, sprinkle with lemon juice, cover and cook on HIGH power for 5-6 mins. or until cooked. Skin and flake.
P A S T A , R I C E A N D B E A N S 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) past
Cheese and Egg Dishes Serves 6 Muffin Pizzas Serves 4 Oven Accessory: glass turntable + high rack + metal tray 1. Place Dolmio® sauce, sausage, garlic and onion in a bowl and mix well. 2. Arrange muffin halves, 4 at a time on high rack and toast on GRILL 1 for 3-4 mins. or until browned. 3. Spread muffins with the mixture. Top with cheese, anchovies and olives. 4. Cook on Combination: GRILL 1 + WARM power for 5-7 mins. or until cheese has melted and is beginning to brown.
Ingredients 4 slices bread, buttered 5 ml (1 tsp) Dijon mustard 2 slices smoked ham 100 g (4 oz) sliced cheese C H E E S E A N D E G G D I S H E S Ingredients 225 g (8 oz) shortcrust pastry 1 medium onion, chopped 15 ml (1 tbsp) oil 6 streaky bacon rashers, or 100 g (4 oz) ham cut into strips 2 eggs 150 ml (1/4 pt) single cream salt and pepper to taste 50 g (2 oz) cheddar cheese, grated Ingredients 175 g (6 oz) quick cooking macaroni 40 g (11/2 oz) butter 1 small onion, finely chopped 100 g (4 oz) bac
• • Always cook vegetables in a dish that is a suitable size. Use flat dishes not basins. Always cover with microwave cling film or a lid. • • Cabbage should be shredded and cooked by power and time. Fresh vegetables require 90 ml (6 tbsp) of water. For each extra 450 g (1 lb) add an extra 90 ml (6 tbsp) of water and stir halfway. • 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.
V E G E T A B L E S A N D V E G E T A R I A N 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 courgette
Roast Vegetable Parcels Dish: round baking sheet Serves 4 Oven Accessory: glass turntable + metal tray + low rack 1. Chop vegetables into 2.5 cm (1") chunks 2. Add garlic and oil, mix thoroughly with mixed vegetables. Place onto metal tray. 3. Cook on: TURBO-BAKE 220°C + GRILL 2 for 25-30 mins until vegetables are browned and al dente. 6. Mix together the gruyère cheese, Boursin® and single cream. 7. Roll out pastry until it measures approx 16" square. Divide into 4 equal squares. 8.
V E G E T A B L E S A N D V E G E T A R I A N Ingredients 350 g (12 oz) potatoes 45 ml (3 tbsp) natural yoghurt 10 ml (2 tsp) mango chutney 3 ml (1/2 tsp) cumin, coriander and garam masala 3 ml (1/2 tsp) turmeric 10 ml (2 tsp) fresh coriander pinch chilli powder 15 g (1/2 oz) sultanas salt and pepper Ingredients 1 large onion 4 sticks of celery 15 ml (1tbsp) olive oil 350 g (12 oz) sliced mushrooms 300 ml (1/2 pt) water 5 ml (1 tsp) Marmite® 3 ml (1/2 tsp) thyme Pinch ground bay leaf 150 ml (1/4 pt) sou
Sauces CONTAINER SIZE Always use a container or jug at least twice the capacity of the sauce, to avoid boiling over. COVERING DO NOT cover sauces when cooking. STIRRING – IMPORTANT Sauces/gravy should be thoroughly stirred before, during and after cooking, to avoid any eruptions and to result in a smooth sauce. REHEATING Sauces can be made in advance and reheated by microwave. Reheat on HIGH power and stir halfway. POWER LEVEL Most sauces require HIGH Power for cooking.
Pastry P A S T R Y 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 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.
Ingredients 1 quantity of suet pastry (page 70) 75 ml (5 tbsp) seedless raspberry jam milk to glaze Baked Jam Roly Poly Pudding Dish: 1 kg (2 lb) loaf dish Serves 4 Oven Accessory: glass turntable + metal tray 1. Roll out pastry to approx. 23 x 32 cm (9 x 13"). 2. Spread the jam over the pastry leaving 1cm (1/2") border all round. Brush the edges with milk and roll the pastry up evenly, starting at one short side and sealing the edges well. 3. Brush top with milk and place in loaf dish.
Desserts D E S S E R T S 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 150 g (5 oz) self-raising flour pinch of sa
Pudding: 75 g (3 oz) plain chocolate 30 ml (2 tbsp) milk 175 g (6 oz) margarine 175 g (6 oz) light muscovado sugar 2 eggs 175 g (6 oz) fresh white breadcrumbs 30 ml (2 tbsp) cocoa powder Sauce: 225 g (8 oz) vanilla flavoured toffees 150 ml (1/4 pt) milk 15 g (1/2 oz) butter Ingredients 6 slices of bread, buttered and cut in half diagonally 75 g (3 oz) mixed dried fruit 450 ml (3/4 pt) milk 3 eggs 25 g (1 oz) caster sugar 3 ml (1/2 tsp) nutmeg Chocolate Saucy Pudding with toffee sauce Dish: 1.
Baking Guidelines COVERING MIXING/BEATING Just as you wouldn’t cover a cake baked in a traditional oven, NEVER cover your cakes. Cakes cooked by microwave need to be well mixed, but not over beaten. Generally it is unnecessary to cream butter and sugar or beat eggs in an electric mixer or food processor. Do not attempt to cook whisked/fatless sponges, or any cakes containing whisked egg white.
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 Dundee Cake Dish: 20 cm (8") round tin, greased and lined Oven Accessory: glass turntable + metal tray 1. Mix the chopped nuts, fruit, peel and flour together. 2.
P R E S E R V E S Preserves WE DO NOT RECOMMEND THAT YOU USE YOUR MICROWAVE TO STERILISE BABIES’ BOTTLES. STERILIZING JARS DISH SIZE 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. Always use a very large pyrex bowl. DO NOT attempt to use jam pans or saucepans in your microwave.
Questions and Answers Q Q Q My microwave oven causes interference with my TV, is this normal? A My oven has an odour and generates smoke when using the CONVECTION, COMBINATION and GRILL function. Why? A Sometimes warm air comes from the oven vents. Why? A Some radio and TV interference might occur when you cook with the microwave oven. This interference is similar to the interference caused by small appliances such as mixers, vacuums, hair dryers, etc. It does not indicate a problem with your oven.
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