Operating Instructions and Cookery Book Microwave, Grill & Convection Oven Model Numbers: NN-CF873S NN-CF853W Household use only IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PLEASE READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE F0003BH22BP_00_140401.
Important notice 1000 W E The IEC (60705) power output (watts) The heating category for small packs of food Microwave symbol Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic Microwave Oven. Your oven is rated 1000 Watts (IEC). When using other cookbooks remember to adjust cooking times accordingly. The symbol indicates the heating category for your oven when cooking or reheating convenience foods. Your oven is rated ‘E’, which is very efficient.
Important safety instructions. Before operating this oven, please read these instructions carefully and keep for future reference. This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory and mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction by a person responsible for their safety concerning the use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard. Warning! The appliance should be inspected for damage to the door seals and door seal areas and if these areas are damaged the appliance should not be operated until it has been repaired by a service technician trained by the manufacturer.
Warning! Only allow children to use the oven without supervision when adequate instructions have been given so that the child is able to use the oven in a safe way and understands the hazards of improper use. This oven is intended for Counter-top and Built-in use only. It is not intended for use inside a cupboard. This oven may be Built into a wall cabinet by using the proper trim kit (NN-TK813CSCP Stainless), which may be purchased from a local Panasonic dealer.
If smoke is emitted or a fire occurs in the oven, touch Stop/Cancel and leave the door closed in order to stifle any flames. Disconnect the power cord, or shut off power at fuse or circuit breaker panel. When heating liquids, e.g. soup, sauces and beverages in your oven, overheating the liquid beyond boiling point can occur without evidence of bubbling. This could result in a sudden boil over of the hot liquid. The contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars are to be stirred or shaken.
DO NOT USE COMMERCIAL OVEN CLEANERS. When using the GRILL, CONVECTION, or COMBINATION modes, some foods may inevitably splatter grease on to the oven walls. If the oven is not cleaned occasionally, it may start to “smoke” during use. Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition could lead to deterioration of surfaces that could affect the life of the appliance and possibly result in a hazardous situation. Warning! The accessible parts may become hot in GRILL, CONVECTION and COMBINATION use.
Exterior oven surfaces, including air vents on the cabinet and the oven door will get hot during GRILLING, CONVECTION, and COMBINATION modes, take care when opening or closing the door and when inserting or removing food and accessories. This appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remote-control system. Only use utensils that are suitable for use in microwave ovens. The microwave oven is intended for heating food and beverages only.
The oven has two grill heaters situated in the top of the oven and a convection heater situated in the back of the oven. After using the GRILL, CONVECTION, and COMBINATION functions, care should be taken to avoid touching the inside surfaces of the oven as these will be very hot. Care should be taken to avoid the heating element inside the oven. The oven lamp must be replaced by a service technician trained by the manufacturer. DO NOT attempt to remove the outer casing from the oven.
Contents Important safety instructions.................................................................................................9-10 Before using your oven............................................................................................................11 Placement of your oven ...........................................................................................................12 Building-in your oven ....................................................................................
Important safety instructions 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.
Important safety instructions Heater 1. In case of electronic failure, oven can only be turned off at wall socket. 7. The oven has two grill heaters situated in the top of the oven and a convection heater situated in the back of the oven. After using either the GRILL, CONVECTION and COMBINATION functions, the inside surfaces of the oven will be very hot. Care should be taken to avoid touching the heating elements inside the oven.
Before using your oven Examine your oven Note 1. 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. 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. Guarantee 2.
Placement of your oven 2. Do not place the microwave oven on a shelf directly above a gas or electric hob. This may be a safety hazard and the oven may be damaged. 3. Do not block air vents on the rear, bottom and top of the oven. If air vents are blocked during operation, the oven may overheat. If the oven overheats, a thermal safety device will turn the oven off. The oven will remain inoperable with blank display until it has cooled. 4. This appliance is intended to be used in household applications only.
Care & cleaning of your oven 7. If the control panel becomes dirty, clean with a soft, dry cloth. DO NOT use harsh detergents or abrasives on control panel. When cleaning the control panel, leave the oven door open to prevent the oven from accidentally turning on. After cleaning touch Stop/Cancel to clear the display window. 8. If steam accumulates inside or around the outside of the oven door, wipe with a soft cloth.
Maintenance of your oven Service Warning! 1. WHEN YOUR OVEN REQUIRES A SERVICE call your local Panasonic engineer (Customer Communications Centre on 0344 844 3899 can recommend an engineer). 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.
Parts of your oven Wire shelf Glass shelf 1. The wire shelf can be used in the upper and middle shelf positions for GRILLING foods. It can be used in the upper, middle or lower shelf positions for CONVECTION or COMBINATION cooking. 2. Do not use any metal container directly on the wire shelf in COMBINATION with MICROWAVE. 3. Do not use the wire shelf in MICROWAVE mode only. 4. The maximum weight that can be placed on the wire shelf is 4 kg (8 lb 14 oz) (this includes total weight of food and dish). 1.
Parts of your oven Drip Tray 1. Connect the drip tray to the plastic feet, as shown in the diagram, before using the oven. 2. Clean and wipe dry after use. 3. After cleaning, re-connect the drip tray to the plastic feet.
Outline diagram Warning label Grill elements Convection heater LED lights Shelf positions Power supply cord Door safety lock system. To prevent injury, do not insert finger, knife, spoon or other object into the latch hole. Power supply plug Door hinges To prevent injury when opening or closing the door, keep fingers away from the door hinges. Warning label Oven window Bottom microwave feeding (refer to page 32) Door handle Pull the door handle downwards to open.
Important information – read carefully Safety Foods low in moisture If smoke is emitted or a fire occurs in the oven, touch Stop/Cancel 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. Take care when heating foods low in moisture, e.g. bread items, chocolate, biscuits and pastries. These can easily burn, dry out or catch on fire if cooked too long.
Important information – read carefully Liquids Paper, plastic When heating liquids, e.g. soup, sauces and beverages in your microwave oven, overheating the liquid beyond boiling point can occur without evidence of bubbling. When heating food in plastic or paper containers, keep an eye on the oven due to the possibility of ignition. Do not use wire twist-ties with roasting bags when cooking mode includes microwave power as arcing will occur. Do not use recycled paper products, e.g.
Important information – read carefully Grilling Babies bottles and food jars The oven will only operate on the GRILL function with the door closed. After using the microwave oven, the fan motor may operate to cool the electric components. This is normal and you can take out food even though the fan motor operates. You can continue using the oven during this time. When reheating babies bottles always remove top and teat.
Microwaving principles Microwave energy has been used in this country to cook and reheat food since early experiments with RADAR in World War II. Important notes The dish used to cook or reheat the food will get warm during cooking, as the heat conducts from the food. Even in microwaving, oven gloves are required! MICROWAVES CAN NOT PASS THROUGH METAL AND THEREFORE METAL COOKING UTENSILS CAN NEVER BE USED IN A MICROWAVE, FOR COOKING ON MICROWAVE ONLY.
Control panel NN-CF873S/NN-CF853W (1) (2) (1) (2) (3) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) (9) (10) (11) (12) (5) (4) (6) (8) (7) (9) (11) (10) (12) (13) Display window Slider bar (plus/minus) (page 31) Select the time or weight by tapping “+”/“-” or swipe the slider bar. Maximum cooking time is 9 hours.
General guidelines Standing time Meat joints 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 through the food. Stand 15 mins wrapped in aluminium foil. Plated meals Stand for 2-3 mins. Jacket potatoes Vegetables Wrapped in aluminium foil when cooked by microwave only. It is not necessary to stand jacket potatoes cooked in COMBINATION mode. Stand for 15 mins.
General guidelines Dish size Starting temperature 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. The colder the food, the longer it takes to heat up. Food from a fridge takes longer to reheat than food at room temperature. Food temperature should be between 5-8 °C before cooking.
Containers to use Choosing the correct container is a very important factor in deciding the success or failure of your cooking. Result If the dish is suitable for microwaving, it will remain cool, whilst the water in the jug will begin to feel warm. If the testing dish feels warm, do not use as it is obviously absorbing microwave energy. Testing dishes for suitability - For microwave cooking only.
Containers to use Plastic Wicker, wood, straw baskets 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. Dishes will crack and could ignite. Do not use wooden dishes in your microwave. DO NOT USE ON ANY COOKING MODE. Cling film Microwave cling film can only be used for covering food that is reheated by microwave.
Cooking modes The diagrams shown below are examples of the accessories. It may vary depending on recipe/dish used. Further information can be found in the Cookbook. Cooking modes Uses Accessories to use Containers Use your own Pyrex® dishes, plates or bowls directly on the base of the oven. Microwaveable, no metal. Wire shelf Heatproof, metal tins can be used. Enamel shelf and wire shelf. Heatproof, metal tin can be used. MICROWAVE Defrosting Reheating Melting: butter, chocolate, cheese.
Cooking modes Cooking modes GRILL + CONVECTION (Turbo-bake) Uses Accessories to use Containers Wire shelf Heatproof, metal tin can be used. • Roasting red meats, thick steak (rib or beef, T bone steaks). • Braising of fish. Preheating advised COMBINATION Grill + microwave • Roasting meat and poultry. • Defrosting, reheating and crisping (quiche, pizza, bread, lasagne, gratin). • Cooking lasagne, meat, potatoes or vegetable gratins.
Let’s start to use your oven 1 Plug in Plug into a 13 amp fused electrical socket. You will be reminded to read your operating instructions. 2 3 Tap Timer/Clock twice to set clock Set clock as a 24 hr clock. (See page 30 for details). Tap Convection ( will appear in the display window with the oven temperature) (this procedure is to burn off the oil used for rust protection in the oven.) Tap the Convection until 230°C is in the display window. Remove all accessories from the oven.
Setting the clock When the oven is first plugged in “REFER TO OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE” appears in display window. • Tap Timer/Clock twice. “SET TIME’’ appears in the display window and the colon starts to blink. • Enter the time by tapping “+”/“-” or swipe the slider bar. e.g. 1:25 pm (24 hr clock) • Touch Timer/Clock. The colon stops blinking. Time of day is now locked into the display Note 1. One tap of the “+”/”-” will increase or decrease the time by 1 minute.
Operation guide setting To assist you in programming your oven, the following operation will appear in the display window. When you become familiar with your oven, the operation guide can be turned off. To turn off: Colon or time of day appears in the display window. Tap Timer/Clock four times. Display window To turn on: Colon or time of day appears in the display window. Tap Timer/Clock four times. Display window Slider bar feature Select the time or weight by tapping “+”/“-” or swipe the slider bar.
Microwave cooking and defrosting There are 6 different microwave power levels available. Do not place food directly on the base of the oven. Use your own dishes, plates or bowls directly on the base of the oven. Touch Power Level Wattage Once High 1000 W Twice Defrost 270 W 3 Times Medium 600 W 4 Times Low 440 W 5 Times Simmer 300 W 6 Times Warm 100 W Tap Micro power until the power you require appears in the display window.
Defrosting guidelines By selecting the DEFROST power level from the microwave power key 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. During the standing stages there is not any microwave power in the oven, although the light will remain on.
Defrosting chart 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. Weight Defrost Time Beef/Lamb/ Pork Joint 700 g (1 lb 8 oz) 20 mins Beef/Lamb/ Pork Joint 1.
Defrosting chart 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.
Grilling The grill system on the oven gives fast efficient cooking for a wide variety of foods e.g. chops, sausages, steaks, toast, etc. There are 3 different grill settings available. Touch Power Level Wattage Once Grill 1 (High) 1300 W Twice Grill 2 950 W (Medium) 3 Times Grill 3 (Low) 700 W Tap Grill until the power you require appears in the display window. Touch Start to preheat. A “P” will appear in the display window. When the oven is preheated the oven will beep and the “P” will flash.
Grilling Oven accessories to use Use oven gloves when removing accessories as they will be very hot, and so will the roof and walls of the oven. When grilling foods the wire shelf should be in the upper shelf position and the glass shelf in the middle position to catch drips. Alternatively you can use the enamel shelf in the top or middle positions. When positioning the wire shelf, the vertical wires of the shelf should sit lower than the sides of the shelf.
Convection cooking Your 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. You can cook in three ways when using convection cooking 1. On the enamel shelf in either of the shelf positions. 2. On the wire shelf in either of the shelf positions. 3. Both of the above at the same time, to use the oven for two level cooking.
Convection cooking Guidelines When using the oven as a CONVECTION oven, there is NO MICROWAVE POWER, i.e. the oven is operating as a conventional oven and you can use all your standard metal baking tins and ovenware. It is possible to cook on one or two levels when using convection cooking. Oven accessories to use: ONE LEVEL COOKING If cooking on one level, you can use the enamel shelf or wire shelf in either of the shelf positions. Baking: Enamel shelf in lower shelf position.
Convection cooking Two level cooking When cooking on two levels use the enamel shelf on the lower shelf position and the wire shelf in the upper shelf position. Depending on the recipe, you can preheat with or without the accessories in position. See individual recipes for details. Batch Baking: Fairy cakes Cooking a complete meal: Frozen pizza on upper level, frozen oven chips on lower level Two level cooking is ideal for: 1. Batch baking, fairy cakes, cookies and scones on two levels. 2.
Convection cooking Guideline to oven temperatures For best results always place food in a preheated oven. Don’t forget that for ease of programming of the most commonly used temperatures, your oven will start at 150 °C and count up in 10 °C stages to 230 °C, then back to down to 40 °C then 100 °C. Food is generally cooked UNCOVERED - unless it is a casserole or you wish to use roasting bags for joints.
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. Tap Turbo-bake to select oven temperature. The oven starts at Grill 2 + 150 °C, the temperature will count up in 10 °C stages to 230 °C then 100 °C. The grill level can not be changed from Grill 2. Touch Start to preheat.
Turbo-bake cooking Oven accessories to use: Use the enamel shelf or wire shelf for turbo-bake cooking. Joints of meat are placed on the enamel shelf in the lower shelf position. Items of meat are placed on the enamel shelf in the upper shelf position. Pizza can be placed directly on the wire shelf in the upper shelf position.
Turbo-cook cooking The oven can be programmed to cook or reheat food more efficiently by using the turbo-cook function. Selecting turbo-cook after convection, grill or a combination of both will simultaneously add microwave (simmer) 300 W power to reduce the cooking time. and/or + Select first cooking mode and power level. Touch Start to preheat. A “P” will appear in the display window. When the oven is preheated the oven will beep and the “P” will flash. Then open the door and place the food inside.
Turbo-cook cooking Suggested cooking options Food Weight Combination Time Cottage pie 450 g 230 °C + Grill 1 + Turbo Cook 14 - 15 mins Fish pie 450 g 230 °C + Grill 1 + Turbo Cook 12 - 14 mins Lasagne 600 g 220 °C + Grill 1 + Turbo Cook 11 - 12 mins Fish fingers 230 g 230 °C + Grill 1 + Turbo Cook 8 - 10 mins Scampi 280 g 230 °C + Grill 2 + Turbo Cook 10 mins Jacket potatoes 500 g 230 °C + Grill 1 + Turbo Cook 30 mins Meat pies 110 g 230 °C + Grill 2 + Turbo Cook 4 - 5 mins S
Combination cooking Your oven has 4 methods of cooking by combination. 1. Convection and Microwave 2. Convection and Grill 3. Grill and Microwave 4. Convection, 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. If you experience arcing, which is when you see blue sparks or hear crackling noises, the metal container is unsuitable or you have insufficient food in the oven.
Combination cooking The cooking modes can be selected in any order. + or + or + or + Select first cooking mode. + Select second cooking mode. Select third cooking mode. Select the cooking time by tapping “+”/“-” or swipe the slider bar. Maximum cooking time is 9 hours. Touch if preheating. (Only if using convection in combination) Touch Start. Note 1. 2. 3. 4. Preheating is not available for Grill + Microwave. Combination modes are not available with convection 40 °C.
Combination 1. Convection and microwave This is the most popular combination mode combining convection heat with microwave power. Casseroles, fruit crumble, chicken, jacket potatoes, and pastries are very successful using this combination. Unsuitable foods are those which contain whisked eggs, meringues, celebration 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 Oven accessories to use Do not use this program with less than 200 g (7 oz) of food. DO NOT USE THE ENAMEL SHELF FOR COMBINATION COOKING. Non-metallic dishes or items of food can be placed directly onto wire shelf in the lower or middle shelf position. Joints and portions of meat should be placed on the glass shelf in the lower or middle shelf position. Guidelines 1. Food is usually cooked UNCOVERED. 2.
Combination 2. Convection and grill This combination mode can be programmed to cook or reheat food by combining grill and convection simultaneously, to give foods that extra crispness and colour. This can often reduce traditional oven cooking times. Do not use this program with less than 200 g (7 oz) of food. Tap Convection. The oven starts at 150 °C. Tap the key and the temperature will count up in 10 °C stages to 230 °C, then 40 °C and 100 °C. 40 °C can not be set in combination mode.
Combination 3. 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 possible to preheat when using this combination mode and food should always be cooked uncovered. The Grill will glow on and off during cooking - this is normal. Tap Grill to select desired grill power level.
Combination 3. Grill and microwave Oven accessories to use DO NOT USE THE ENAMEL SHELF FOR COMBINATION COOKING. Food can be placed directly onto the wire shelf in the top or middle shelf positions. The glass shelf can be placed underneath to catch any drips. When cooking fish or small items, food can be placed directly on the glass shelf. Guidelines 1. Food is always cooked UNCOVERED. 2.
Combination 4. Convection, grill and microwave This combination mode is very useful for foods which require quick browning or crisping. Unsuitable foods are, cakes, meringues, foods containing whisked eggs and yorkshire puddings. Food should always be cooked uncovered. Tap Convection to select oven temperature. The oven starts at 150 °C and the temperature will count up in 10 °C stages to 230 °C then 100 °C. 40 °C can not be set in combination mode. Tap Micro power to select desired microwave power level.
Combination 4. Convection, grill and microwave Oven accessories to use Do not use this program with less than 200 g (7 oz) of food. DO NOT USE THE ENAMEL SHELF FOR COMBINATION COOKING. Non-metallic dishes or items of food can be placed directly onto the wire shelf in the lower or middle shelf positions. Food should be placed directly onto the wire shelf in either of the shelf positions. The glass shelf can be placed underneath to catch any drips.
Combination 4. Convection, grill or turbo-bake and microwave Do not use this program with less than 200 g (7 oz) of food. We suggest the following options for this Combination mode.
Multi-stage cooking 2 or 3 stage cooking Tap Micro power to select desired power level. Set cooking time using slider by tapping “+”/“-” or swipe the bar. Set cooking time using slider by tapping “+”/“-” or swipe the bar. Tap Micro power to select desired power level. Touch Start. The cooking program will start and the time in the display will count down. Example: To DEFROST (270 W) for 2 minutes and cook food on MAX (1000 W) power for 3 minutes. Tap Micro power twice to select defrost power (270 W).
Multi-stage cooking Example: To GRILL 3 (low) for 4 minutes and cook food on LOW power (440 W) for 5 minutes. Tap Grill 3 times to select Grill 3 (low) Set the cooking time to 4 minutes using the slider. Set the cooking time to 5 minutes using the slider. Tap Micro power 4 times to select low power (440 W) Touch Start. The cooking program will start and the time in the display will count down. Note 1. For 3 stage cooking, enter another cooking program before touching Start. 2.
Using the timer Delay start cooking By using the timer, you are able to program delay start cooking. Select Cooking Method & Time Touch Timer/Clock once. Set the cooking program, by entering cooking method and time required. Set the delay time using slider (up to 9 hours). Touch Start. Example: Delay start: 1 hour Touch Timer/Clock once. Max power (1000 W): 10 mins Set the delay time to 1 hour using the slider. Simmer Power (300 W): 20 mins Tap Micro power once.
Using the Delay/Stand feature To set a standing time: By using the Timer, you can program Stand Time after cooking is completed or use to program the oven as a minute timer. Select Cooking Method & Time Set the cooking program, by entering cooking method and time required. Touch Timer/Clock once. Set the delay time using the slider (up to 9 hours). Touch Start. Example: Max power (1000 W): 4 mins Tap Micro power once. Stand Time: 5 mins Set the cooking time to 4 minutes using the slider.
Chaos defrost This feature allows you to defrost minced meat, chops, chicken portions, meat joints and bread. Tap Chaos defrost to select the correct defrost category and then enter in the weight of the food in grams (see page 61). Foods should be placed in a suitable dish, whole chickens and joints of meat should be on an upturned saucer or on a microwave safe plate. Chops, chicken portions and slices of bread should be placed in a single layer. It is not necessary to cover the foods.
Chaos defrost With this feature you can defrost frozen foods according to the weight. Select the category and set the weight of the food. The weight starts from the minimum weight for each category. Tap Chaos defrost. Once Meat Items. Twice Meat Joints. Three times Bread. Program Select the weight by tapping “+”/“-” or swipe the slider bar. The slider bar will count up in 10 g steps. Weight range 1. Meat items 100 g - 1200 g 2. Meat joints 400 g - 2500 g 3. Bread 100 g - 900 g Touch Start.
Auto sensor programs This feature allows you to cook or reheat foods without entering the weight. The built-in sensor measures the humidity of the food and calculates the recommended microwave power level and/or combination setting together with a suggested cooking time. To allow for some variations that occur in food, check that food is thoroughly cooked and piping hot before serving. Please check carefully and adjust the cooking time if required, as would be the case with a conventional cooking appliance.
Auto sensor programs Program 4. Chilled meal Minimum Weight Maximum Weight 200 g 1000 g 5. Frozen meal 200 g 800 g 6. Fresh vegetables 200 g 1000 g 7. Frozen vegetables 200 g 800 g 8. Jacket potatoes 200 g 1500 g 9. Boiled potatoes 200 g 1000 g 10. Fresh fish 200 g 800 g 11. Casserole 900 g 2000 g 12. Meat sauce 450 g 2000 g 13. Rice 100 g 300 g 14. Pasta 100 g 450 g Guidelines for use For the auto sensor programs it is not necessary to enter the weight of the food.
Auto sensor programs When you select an auto sensor program symbols will appear in the display to show the cooking mode that will be used and the accessories that are needed. See below to identify the symbols: Microwave Grill Accessory placement Convection Wire shelf Glass shelf Enamel shelf 64 F0003BH22BP_00_140401.
Auto sensor programs 4. Chilled meal 200 g - 1000 g To reheat a fresh precooked meal. All foods must be pre-cooked. Foods should be at refrigerator temperature approx. + 5 °C. Reheat in container as purchased. Pierce covering film with a sharp knife once in the centre and four times around the edge. If transferring food to dish, cover with pierced cling film. Place container on base of oven. Tap auto sensor programs key once then touch Start. Stir at beeps.
Auto sensor programs 8. Jacket potatoes 200 g - 1500 g To cook jacket potatoes with a crisper drier skin. Choose medium sized potatoes 200 g - 250 g each, for best results. Wash and dry potatoes and prick with a fork several times. Place potatoes on Wire shelf in lower shelf position. Tap auto sensor programs five times. Touch Start. C 9. Boiled potatoes 200 g - 1000 g Prepare potatoes and cut into even size pieces. Place in shallow Pyrex® dish. Add 15 ml (1 tbsp water) per 100 g of potatoes.
Auto sensor programs 12. Meat sauce 450 g - 2000 g To cook raw mince beef based sauce, i.e. Bolognese sauce and also very finely diced chicken or pork fillet to be cooked in a sauce. Ensure a minimum quantity of 300 ml liquid or sauce. If using a cook-in sauce add equal quantity of water to cook-in sauce. Cover with a lid. Place on base of oven. Tap auto sensor programs key nine times then touch Start. Stir at beeps. M 13. Rice 100 g - 300 g For cooking rice for savoury dishes not rice puddings.
Auto weight programs This feature allows you to cook foods by setting the weight. The oven determines the Micro power level and/or combination setting, then gives a cooking time; this cooking time has been developed following extensive testing by our Home Economists in our development kitchen. Select the category of food and enter the weight. To allow for some variations that occur in food, check that food is thoroughly cooked and piping hot before serving. Select desired Auto weight program.
Auto weight programs 15. Beef rare 500 g - 1500 g For cooking rare fresh roast beef (top side, rump or silver side). Place on glass shelf in lower shelf position. Tap auto weight programs key once, enter the weight of the food and touch Start. Stand for 10 to 15 mins. C 16. Beef medium 500 g - 1500 g For cooking medium fresh roast beef (topside, rump or silverside). Place on glass shelf in lower shelf position. Tap auto weight programs key twice, enter the weight of the food and touch Start.
Auto weight programs 20. Roast potatoes 200 g - 800 g Peel and cut potatoes into even sized pieces. Place on glass shelf. Add 1-3 tbsp (15-45 ml) olive oil. Place shelf in lower shelf position. Tap auto weight program key six times, enter the weight of the food and touch Start. Turn at beeps. MC 21. Frozen potato products 200 g - 500 g To cook frozen oven chips and potato products, e.g. hash browns, croquettes, etc. that are suitable for GRILLING.
Cooking and reheating guidelines Canned foods 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. Always check food is piping hot and return to oven if necessary. Remove foods from can and place in a suitable dish before heating. Stir food halfway though cooking and again at the end of heating. As a general rule, always cover wet foods, e.g. soups, casseroles and plated meals.
Reheating charts The times given in the charts below are a guideline only, and will vary depending on STARTING temperature, dish size and quantity. Pastry or Bread items reheated by microwave will be soft not crisp. HEATING CATEGORY Your oven is Heating Category E and this 1000 W is displayed on the rear of your oven. The information on this label will assist you E in using new instructions on food packs to enable you to program the best heating Microwave symbol time in your oven.
Reheating charts Food Weight/ Quantity Power Level Time to Select (approx) Instructions/Guidelines 4-5 mins Place in a heatproof bowl and stir in one can of water. Cover and place on base stirring halfway. CANNED SOUPS Condensed Healthy option Luxury/vegetable/ broth Creamed 295 g 415 g 2½ mins HIGH Micro 400/415 g 3 mins 400 g 3 mins Place in a heatproof bowl and cover. Place on base and stir halfway.
Reheating charts Food Weight/ Quantity Power Level Time to Select (approx) Instructions/Guidelines SAVOURY PASTRY PRODUCTS - PRECOOKED PASTRIES REHEATED BY MICROWAVE WILL HAVE A SOFT BASE 150/165 g 1min -1min 30 secs Place in glass dish on base.
Reheating charts Food Chilled custard Weight/ Quantity Power Level Time to Select (approx) 500 g HIGH Micro 4 mins 150 g HIGH Micro 1 min 1 min 30 secs 500 g 220 °C+ WARM Micro 15 mins Place on glass shelf in lower shelf position. 600 g 230 °C+ WARM Micro 15-16 mins Place on wire shelf in lower shelf position. Chilled rice pudding Fruit crumble Fruit pie - large 600 g - Individual x 1 220 °C+ GRILL 2+ SIMMER Micro 10 mins Instructions/Guidelines Place in large jug.
Reheating charts Food Weight/ Quantity 7-8 mins Instructions/Guidelines Place on base. 450 g 1.2 kg 230 °C+ GRILL 1+ SIMMER Micro 450 g HIGH Micro or 230 °C+ GRILL 1+ SIMMER Micro 700 g 220 °C+ GRILL 1+ SIMMER Micro 15 mins Place on glass shelf on the lower shelf position. 300 g 230 °C+ GRILL 1+ WARM Micro 9 mins Place on glass shelf on lower shelf position. Turn halfway. 5 mins Place on base.
Reheating charts Food Weight/ Quantity Power Level Time to Select (approx) Instructions/Guidelines READY MEALS - Chilled. Transfer food from foil container to a similar sized heatproof dish. Healthy eating options will only slightly brown on combination because of the lower fat content. MEDIUM Pierce lid and place on base. Stir Chilled mashed potato 6-7 mins 450 g Micro halfway. Carrot and swede mash 500 g MEDIUM Micro 6-7 mins Pierce lid and place on base.
Cooking charts Food Weight/ Quantity Power Level Time to Select (approx) Instructions/Guidelines BREAD 230 °C+ GRILL 1+ Place on glass shelf in lower 10 mins WARM shelf position. Micro 230 °C+ Part-baked garlic GRILL 1+ Place on glass shelf in lower 9-10 mins 170 g baguette/ciabatta WARM shelf position. Micro 230 °C+ GRILL 1+ Place on glass shelf in lower Garlic doughballs x 12 10 mins 165 g WARM shelf position. Micro BACON AND PORK - from raw - CAUTION: Hot fat! Remove accessories with care.
Cooking charts Food Weight/ Quantity Power Level Time to Select (approx) Instructions/Guidelines BEANS & PULSES - should be pre-soaked in cold water overnight (boiling water split yellow peas) except lentils which do not need to be pre-soaked. Marrowfat peas 250 g Red kidney beans 250 g Split yellow peas 250 g HIGH Micro then SIMMER Micro HIGH Micro then SIMMER Micro HIGH Micro then SIMMER Micro 3 mins then 40 mins Use 600 ml (1 pt) boiling water in a large bowl. Cover.
Cooking charts Food Weight/ Quantity Power Level Time to Select (approx) Instructions/Guidelines CHICKEN from raw - CAUTION: Hot fat! Remove accessory with care. MEDIUM 5-6 mins 200 g Micro Place in glass dish. Cover. Place on base of oven. MEDIUM 11 mins 400 g Breasts, boneless and Micro skinless 400 g Coated chicken breast Chicken legs Drumsticks/thighs Kiev (fresh) 350 g 1.0 kg 600 g (5) 260 g (2) Whole/breast joints EGGS - Poached.
Cooking charts Weight/ Quantity Food Power Level Time to Select (approx) EGGS - Scrambled. Use microwave safe bowl. 1 Egg HIGH Micro 2 Eggs HIGH Micro 4 Eggs HIGH Micro 30 secs 30 secs 1 min 20 secs 1 min 30 secs 1 min Instructions/Guidelines - Add 1 tbsp of milk for each egg used. - Beat eggs, milk and knob of butter together. - Place bowl on base. - Cook for 1st cooking time then stir. - Cook for 2nd cooking time stirring halfway then stand for 1 min. FISH - FRESH from raw.
Cooking charts Food Weight/ Quantity Power Level Time to Select (approx) Instructions/Guidelines FISH - FROZEN from raw. Breaded fillets Cakes Fish fingers 200 g (2) 270 g (2) 110 g (4) 230 g (8) Fillets 200 g Scampi 280 g 230 °C+ GRILL 2+ SIMMER Micro 12 mins Place on glass shelf in lower shelf position. Turn halfway.
Cooking charts Food Weight/ Quantity Power Level Time to Select (approx) Instructions/Guidelines LAMB - from raw - CAUTION: Hot Fat! Remove accessory with care. Medium: 25 mins Preheat oven. Place joint on per 450 g plus enamel shelf in lower shelf 25 minutes or Well position. Turn halfway. Once Joint 180 °C done: 30 mins per cooked allow the joint to stand 450 g plus for 10 minutes - this will make 30 minutes. the joint easier to carve.
Cooking charts Food Weight/ Quantity Power Level Time to Select (approx) Instructions/Guidelines PORRIDGE - N.B. Use a large bowl. 1 serving 25 g oats 150 ml (¼ pt) milk 2 mins 50 g oats HIGH Micro Place on base and stir halfway. 275 ml 3 mins (½ pt) milk 100 g oats 4 servings 550 ml 5 mins (1 pt) milk POTATO PRODUCTS part cooked - FROZEN Croquettes/ 10-12 mins smiley faces 230 °C+ Hash browns GRILL 1 10-12 mins Oven fries 10 mins Place on enamel shelf in upper 300 g shelf position. Turn halfway.
Cooking charts Food Weight/ Quantity Power Level Time to Select (approx) Instructions/Guidelines FRESH VEGETABLES - Place in shallow micro-safe dish.
Cooking charts Food Weight/ Quantity Power Level Time to Select (approx) Instructions/Guidelines FROZEN VEGETABLES - Place in shallow micro-safe dish. Battered onion rings 250 g 230 °C 20 mins Beans - broad 200 g MEDIUM Micro 7-8 mins Beans - green 200 g Broccoli - florets 250 g Carrots - sliced 200 g MEDIUM Micro MEDIUM Micro Place on enamel shelf in upper shelf position. 8-9 mins 7 mins HIGH Micro 4 mins Add 30 ml (2 tbsp) water. Cover.
Increasing and decreasing recipes Increasing recipes • When doubling a recipe from 4 to 8, add on half the original cooking time, i.e. 30 mins on MEDIUM power for 4 servings will become 45 mins on MEDIUM power for 8 servings. • To increase a recipe from 4 to 6 servings, increase each ingredient listed by half. To double the quantity, simply double every ingredient listed. Decreasing recipes • Do not forget that large quantities will require a larger dish.
Soups / Starters ingredients Sweet potato soup SERVES 4 1 medium onion, coarsely chopped 1 tbsp (15 ml) olive oil 2 cloves garlic, crushed 700 g (1 lb 5 oz) sweet potatoes, peeled and chopped 1 large red pepper, deseeded and chopped 700 ml (1 ¼ pt) vegetable stock 150 (5 fl oz) ml coconut milk salt and pepper Place the onion, oil and garlic into a large bowl and cover. Place on base of the oven and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 2 mins. Add the potato and pepper. Cover and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 5 mins.
Stuffed mushrooms ingredients SERVES 4 - 6 2 streaky bacon rashers 25 g (1 oz) grated cheese 3 ml (½ tsp) French mustard 50 g (2 oz) fresh breadcrumbs 1 egg 60 ml (4 tbsp) milk 15 ml (1 tbsp) fresh parsley, chopped salt and pepper 275 g (10 oz) flat mushrooms, approx 2.
Soups / Starters ingredients Red pepper & mushroom bruschetta SERVES 4 200 g (7 oz) or 4-5 large flat mushrooms 10 ml (2 tsp) olive oil 8 slices ciabatta 25 g (1 oz) softened butter beaten with 1 chopped clove of garlic 150 g (5 oz) jar roasted red peppers, sliced if necessary 100 g (4 oz) firm goat’s cheese Slice mushrooms, place in a bowl and drizzle with olive oil. Place on base of oven, cover with pierced cling film and cook on MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 5 mins. Leave to cool slightly.
Liquid Fresh fish should always be sprinkled with 30 ml (2 tbsp) of lemon juice, white wine or water. When 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. 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 power for 20 mins.
Fish ingredients Seafood bake SERVES 4 500 g (1 lb 1 oz) frozen mixed seafood 250 ml (½ pt) milk 3 shallots 1 carrot 150 g (5 oz) mushrooms 30 g (1 oz) butter 3 tbsp (45 ml) flour 1 tbsp (15 ml) fruity white wine 1 tbsp (15 ml) chopped dill salt and pepper 30 g (1 oz) grated emmental Dish: 1 Pyrex® bowl + 1 small shallow Pyrex® dish (24 cm (10”) diameter) Oven Accessory: Wire shelf in lower shelf position Defrost the seafood for 6 mins on MEDIUM MICROWAVE, stirring several times.
Special occasion fish pie ingredients Thai steamed trout SERVES 4 450 g (1 lb) white fish 900 g (2 lb) potatoes, sliced 50 g (2 oz) butter 50 g (2 oz) flour 450 ml (¾ pt) milk 300 ml (½ pt) white wine 450 g (1 lb) mixed seafood 6 gherkins, diced 15 ml (1 tbsp) fresh parsley 10 ml (2 tsp) dill salt and pepper 15 ml (1 tbsp) capers 75 g (3 oz) cheddar cheese, grated Fish Place the white fish and 2 tbsp water in shallow dish on base of oven. Cover with pierced cling film.
Fish ingredients Prawn & haddock pie SERVES 6 For the sauce 15 g (½ oz) butter 15 g (½ oz) flour 275 ml (½ pt) milk 350 g (12 oz) fresh haddock fillet 350 g (12 oz) fresh undyed smoked haddock 100 g (4 oz) prawns salt and pepper 1 tbsp chopped flat leaf parsley For the topping 700 g (1 lb 8 oz) potatoes, peeled, chopped into small chunks 450 g (1 lb) sweet potatoes, peeled, chopped into small chunks 50 g (2 oz) butter Dish: large jug, shallow oval Pyrex® dish Oven accessory: wire shelf in lower shelf posit
ingredients Place potatoes in a large shallow dish with 3 tbsps water and cover. Place on base of oven and cook on MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 7 mins. Place the butter and leeks in a large bowl. Place on the base of oven and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 2-3 mins and then add the potatoes. Stir in the flour and gradually add the fish stock and bay leaf. Cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 8-10 mins or until the potato is tender. Stir halfway. Then stir in the milk, cod and prawns.
Fish ingredients Salmon with hollandaise sauce SERVES 4 4 salmon fillets or steaks each 100-150 g (4-6 oz) 30 ml (2 tbsp) white wine Sauce 3 egg yolks 30 ml (2 tbsp) white wine vinegar 150 g (5 oz) chilled, unsalted butter, cut into cubes pepper Place salmon in dish with wine. Place on base of oven, cover and cook on MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 8 mins. Leave to stand and make sauce. Place egg yolks and vinegar in a jug. Beat well. Drop cubes of butter on top.
Defrosted joints 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. Fat Large amounts of fat absorb microwave energy and can cause the meat next to it to overcook. Always choose pieces of meat that aren’t excessively fatty. They should always be cooked on a microwave rack or upturned saucer to lift them out of their juices. Arranging Thin fillets of fish i.e.
Meat and Poultry ingredients Moussaka SERVES 4 1 large (350 g) potato 5 ml (1 tsp) oil 2 cloves of garlic, crushed 1 medium onion, chopped 350 g (12 oz) fresh lamb mince 400 g (14 oz) can of tomatoes 30 ml (2 tbsp) tomato puree 1 large aubergine, sliced 1 bay leaf 5 ml (1 tsp) fresh thyme 5 ml (1 tsp) dried oregano 3 ml (½ tsp) cinnamon salt and pepper Pierce skin of potato and cook on MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 10-12 mins, leave to cool slightly then slice. Place oil, garlic and onion in a bowl and cover.
Layered chicken ingredients Hungarian goulash SERVES 4 2 boneless and skinless chicken breasts 1 tbsp lemon juice 1 tsp fresh thyme ½ tbsp olive oil salt and pepper 400 g (14 oz) ready made puff pastry 125 g (5 oz) jar of red peppers, drained 100 g (4 oz) ripe brie 1 egg, beaten to glaze 2 tbsp freshly grated parmesan Dish: shallow dish Oven accessory: enamel shelf in lower shelf position Meat and Poultry Slice the chicken breasts into strips and place between plastic film and flatten using a rolling p
Meat and Poultry ingredients Lasagne SERVES 4 Meat Sauce 1 onion, chopped 1 clove garlic, crushed 5 ml (1 tsp) oil 400 g (14 oz) can chopped tomatoes 150 ml (5 fl oz) red wine 30 ml (2 tbsp) tomato puree 5 ml (1 tsp) mixed herbs 500 g (1 lb 1 oz) beef mince salt and pepper Place onion, garlic and oil in casserole. Place on base of oven and cook on MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 3 mins. Place all other meat sauce ingredients in casserole. Stir well. Cover, cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 10 mins.
Belgian beef casserole ingredients SERVES 4 675 g (1½ lb) braising steak, cubed 50 g (2 oz) seasoned flour 2 large onions, sliced thinly 1 clove garlic, crushed 575 ml (1 pint) cream stout 15 g (½ oz) brown sugar 15 ml (1 tbsp) wine vinegar 5 ml (1 tsp) mixed herbs Dish: 3 litre (6 pt) large Pyrex® casserole with lid Steak & mushroom pudding ingredients Coat the steak in seasoned flour and add to casserole with all the filling ingredients.
Meat and Poultry ingredients Chicken pasanda SERVES 4 3 cardamom pods ½ cinnamon stick 3 ml (¼ tsp) cumin seeds 5 ml (1 tsp) garam masala 5 ml (1 tsp) chilli flakes 2.
Cheesy chicken breasts ingredients SERVES 4 100 g (4 oz) ciabatta breadcrumbs 75 g (3 oz) gruyere cheese, grated salt and pepper 4 x 150 g chicken breast fillets, boneless and skinless 50 g (2 oz) garlic mayonnaise Dish: Pyrex® dish Oven accessory: glass shelf in lower shelf position Marinated chicken breasts ingredients Mix the selected marinade ingredients together. Pour marinade over chicken directly in dish and leave to marinate for 2-3 hours in the fridge. Place the chicken in an oven proof dish.
Meat and Poultry ingredients Spicy lamb tagine SERVES 6 10 ml (¾ tbsp) ground ginger 3 ml (½ tsp) coarsely ground black pepper 8 ml (1½ tsp) ground cinnamon 10 ml (¾ tbsp) turmeric 15 ml (1 tbsp) paprika 3 ml (½ tsp) chilli powder/flakes 800 g (1 lb 12 oz) cubed boneless lamb 30 ml (2 tbsp) oil 300 g (11 oz) onions, chopped 2 crushed garlic cloves 3 ml (½ tsp) salt 150 g (5 oz) sliced carrots 150 g (5 oz) ready to eat dried apricots, chopped 40 g (1½ oz) sultanas or seedless raisins 65 g (2½ oz) toasted fl
Creamy chicken gratin ingredients SERVES 4 350 g (12 oz) leeks, trimmed 25 g (1 oz) butter 25 g (1 oz) plain flour 300 ml (½ pt) milk 225 g (8 oz) cooked chicken, chopped 100 g (4 oz) ham, chopped 150 g (5 oz) gruyere cheese, grated salt and pepper Dish: large bowl, rectangular dish Oven accessory: glass shelf in lower shelf position Coq au vin ingredients Place bacon, herbs and garlic in casserole. Place on base of oven and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 2 mins.
Meat and Poultry ingredients Glazed gammon SERVES 4 900 g (2 lb) unsmoked gammon joint, cold water to cover 300 ml (½ pt) white wine (optional) 1 onion, peeled 4 whole cloves 10 peppercorns 45 ml (3 tbsp) honey 30 ml (2 tbsp) orange juice 15 g (½ oz) demerara sugar 15 ml (1 tbsp) dijon mustard 12 whole cloves Place gammon in a large casserole dish. Add onion stuck with cloves and peppercorns and cover with water.
Chicken casserole ingredients SERVES 4 4 x 225 g (8 oz) boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into small chunks 50 g (2 oz) plain flour 15 ml (1 tbsp) oil 15 g (½ oz) butter 1 garlic clove, crushed 4 shallots, chopped 150 g (5 oz) mushrooms, sliced 15 ml (1 tbsp) Dijon mustard 200 ml (7 fl oz) hot chicken or vegetable stock 200 ml (7 fl oz) dry white wine 225 g (8 oz) baby new potatoes, halved 225 g (8 oz) baby carrots 100 g (4 oz) asparagus tips 100 g (4 oz) shelled, fresh or frozen broad beans 45 ml (3 t
Meat and Poultry ingredients Pork with herby dumplings SERVES 4 30 ml (2 tbsp) oil 1 medium onion, chopped 1 green pepper, deseeded and chopped 225 g (8 oz) carrots, sliced 450 g (1 lb) lean pork, cubed 30 ml (2 tbsp) seasoned flour 1 bay leaf 5 ml (1 tsp) dried sage salt and pepper 300 ml (½ pt) dry cider Place oil, onion, green pepper and carrots in casserole. Cover and place on base of oven and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 5 mins. Toss pork in seasoned flour and add to onion mixture.
Greek lamb stew ingredients SERVES 4 700 g (1 lb 5 oz) lamb fillet, cut into chunks 2 onions, chopped 1 red chilli 2 cloves garlic, crushed 1 sprig rosemary 275 ml (½ pt) white wine 400 g (14 oz) can chopped tomatoes 45 ml (3 tbsp) sliced black olives 100 g (4 oz) linguine, broken into small pieces 150 g (5 oz) feta cheese cubed 15 g (½ oz) fresh mint chopped Dish: 3 litre Pyrex® casserole dish with lid Normandy style chicken Meat and Poultry Place the lamb and onion in casserole dish and cover.
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. Cabbage should be shredded and cooked by power and time. Fresh vegetables require 45 ml (3 tbsp) water. If cooking potatoes with other vegetables, only cook with other ROOT vegetables. Always cook vegetables in a dish that is a suitable size. Use flat dishes not basins.
Gratin dauphinois ingredients SERVES 4-6 1 clove of garlic, halved 700 g (1½ lb) potatoes, halved salt and pepper pinch nutmeg 150 ml (¼ pt) double cream 25 g (1 oz) butter Dish: 20 cm (8”) shallow Pyrex® dish Oven accessory: glass shelf in lower shelf position Spicy potatoes ingredients Place potatoes in dish with 45 ml (3 tbsp) water. Cover, place on base of the oven and cook on BOILED POTATOES AUTO SENSOR PROGRAM or HIGH MICROWAVE for 8 mins or until cooked. Drain.
Vegetables and Vegetarian ingredients Ratatouille SERVES 4 1 aubergine, sliced 1 courgette, sliced 1 onion, sliced 1 green pepper, cut into chunks 1 red pepper, cut into chunks 1 clove of garlic, peeled and crushed 400 g (14 oz) can of tomatoes salt and pepper to taste Combine all ingredients in a casserole. Cover, place on base of the oven and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 12-14 mins or until vegetables are soft. Stir halfway through cooking time.
Roast vegetable parcels ingredients SERVES 4 200 g (7 oz) can chopped tomatoes 10 ml (2 tsp) tomato puree 700 g (1½ lb) mixed vegetables e.g. sweet potato, red pepper, leeks, aubergine 1 clove garlic, crushed 15 ml (1 tbsp) olive oil 25 g (1 oz) pine nuts 50 g (2 oz) gruyere cheese, grated 100 g (4 oz) Boursin.
Vegetables and Vegetarian ingredients Greek pie SERVES 4 225 g (8 oz) bag spinach leaves 200 g (7 oz) jar sundried tomatoes in oil 100 g (4 oz) feta cheese, cubed 2 eggs, beaten 250 g (9 oz) pack filo pastry Dish: 3 litre bowl, 22 cm (9”) loose bottomed cake tin Oven accessory: enamel shelf in lower shelf position Place spinach into a large bowl, cover and place on the base of the oven, cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 4-5 mins or until wilted.
Porcini mushrooms risotto ingredients Stuffed courgettes SERVES 4 40 g (2 oz) dried porcini mushrooms 1 onion 50 g (2 oz) butter 250 g (9 oz) arborio rice 1 garlic clove 500 ml (¾ pt) hot water with 1 vegetable stock cube added basil leaves, chopped 30 g (1 oz) parmesan Dish: 1 Pyrex® casserole (3 litres) + 1 small bowl ingredients Preheat on CONVECTION 200 °C. Place the courgettes in a single layer in the Pyrex® dish, close together, cut side up. Lightly brush with olive oil.
Vegetables and Vegetarian ingredients Quinoa tabbouleh with mint SERVES 6-8 300 g (11 oz) quinoa 2 courgettes 300 g (11 oz) frozen peas 1 bunch of mint 100 ml (4 fl oz) olive oil juice of 2 lemons salt and pepper Dish: 1 Pyrex® large bowl + 1 Pyrex® medium bowl To be prepared the day before it is eaten. Weigh out the quinoa in a large bowl and cook it with twice the volume of salted hot water, firstly for 5 minutes on HIGH MICROWAVE then on SIMMER MICROWAVE for 10-15 minutes. Drain and leave to cool.
Roasted vegetable moussaka ingredients SERVES 4-6 1 red onion, cut into strips 2 red peppers, deseeded and cubed 1 aubergine, cubed 2 courgettes, cubed 350 g (12 oz) sweet potato, peeled and cubed 4 garlic cloves, whole 45 ml (3 tbsp) olive oil salt and pepper 400 g (14 oz) canned, chopped tomatoes 25 g (1 oz) sun-dried tomatoes, chopped 225 g (8 oz) cottage cheese 3 large eggs 175 g (6 oz) cheddar cheese, grated 45 ml (3 tbsp) natural yoghurt Dish: 2 litre (4 pt) Pyrex® ovenproof dish Oven accessory: glas
Pasta and Rice ingredients Spicy tomato pasta SERVES 4 350 g (12 oz) dried pasta e.g. penne 2 red peppers, seeded and cut into chunks 2 red onions cut into wedges 2 mild red chillies, seeded and diced 3 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped 5 ml (1 tsp) golden caster sugar 30 ml (2 tbsp) olive oil salt and pepper 700 g (1½ lb) small ripe tomatoes, quartered handful fresh basil leaves 25 g (1 oz) grated parmesan Put pasta in a bowl, add 1 litre of boiling water, cover.
Mixed mushroom cannelloni ingredients Lentil biryani SERVES 4 6 fresh lasagne sheets 45 ml (3 tbsp) olive oil 1 small onion, finely chopped 3 garlic cloves, sliced 25 g (1 oz) pack fresh thyme, finely chopped 225 g (8 oz) chestnut mushrooms, roughly chopped 100 g (4 oz) button mushrooms 250 g (9 oz) goats cheese 350 g (12 oz) tub cheese sauce Dish: shallow Pyrex® oven proof dish Oven accessory: Enamel shelf in lower shelf position Pasta and Rice Put the lasagne sheets in a bowl with 1 litre of boiling
Pasta and Rice ingredients Vegetable & chick pea casserole SERVES 4 1 medium onion, chopped 10 ml (2 tsp) vegetable oil 2 medium courgettes, sliced thickly 1 red pepper, seeded and chopped 2 medium carrots, peeled & thinly sliced 1 small cauliflower, cut into florets 100 g (4 oz) dried apricots, halved 2 cloves garlic, crushed 425 g (15 oz) can chick peas, drained 3 ml (½ tsp) each: ground turmeric, ground coriander, ground cumin 5 ml (1 tsp) paprika 2.
Croque monsieur ingredients Bacon & potato bake SERVES 2 4 slices bread, buttered 5 ml (1 tsp) Dijon mustard 2 slices smoked ham 100 g (4 oz) sliced cheese Dish: 3 litre (6 pt) large Pyrex® casserole with lid Oven accessory: wire shelf in the upper shelf position ingredients Place potatoes in a dish with 45 ml (3 tbsp) water. Cover, place on the base of the oven and par-boil on HIGH MICROWAVE for 10 mins. Slice thickly. Place onion and bacon in bowl and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 3 mins. Stir halfway.
Cheese & Egg dishes ingredients Cheese, onion & olive scones SERVES 4 1 medium onion, finely diced 10 ml (2 tsp) olive oil 175 g (6 oz) self-raising flour 3 ml (½ tsp) salt 3 ml (½ tsp) mustard powder 3 ml (½ tsp) cayenne pepper salt and pepper 25 g (1 oz) butter 40 g (1½ oz) strong cheddar cheese, grated 40 g (1½ 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 Place onion and oil in a bowl.
Reheating To avoid boil over always use a container at least twice the capacity of the sauce. Sauces can be made in advance and reheated by MICROWAVE. Reheat on HIGH MICROWAVE and stir halfway. Covering DO NOT cover sauces when cooking. Microwave level Stirring - Important Most sauces require HIGH MICROWAVE for cooking. Sauces containing eggs should be cooked on SIMMER MICROWAVE.
Sauces ingredients Hollandaise sauce 3 egg yolks 30 ml (2 tbsp) white wine vinegar 150 g (5 oz) chilled, unsalted butter, cut into cubes pepper Dish: 1 litre (2 pt) Pyrex® jug Place egg yolks and vinegar in a jug. Beat well. Drop cubes of butter on top. Place jug on the base of the oven and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 30 secs. Whisk. Cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 10 secs. Whisk again and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 10 secs. Repeat 10 secs stages until sauce is thick and creamy.
Shortcrust pastry ingredients Choux pastry 225 g (8 oz) plain flour pinch salt 100 g (4 oz) margarine 45 ml (3 tbsp) cold water Pastry Place flour and salt into a mixing bowl. Rub the margarine into the flour until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs. Add enough water so that when the mixture is kneaded lightly for a few seconds a firm, smooth dough is formed. If possible, rest for 15 mins. before rolling out.
Pastry ingredients Chicken & stilton pie SERVES 4 25 g (1 oz) butter 200 g (7 oz) leeks, sliced 50 g (2 oz) plain flour 450 ml (¾ pt) milk 150 g (5 oz) stilton 400 g (14 oz) cooked chicken, cubed 250 g (9 oz) puff pastry 1 egg, beaten Place the butter and leeks in bowl. Place on the base of the oven and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 8 minutes or until soft. Add the flour, stir well then gradually add the milk and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 4 mins or until the sauce has thickened.
Baked jam roly poly pudding ingredients Éclairs SERVES 4 1 quantity of suet pastry 75 ml (5 tbsp) seedless raspberry jam milk to glaze Pastry Roll out pastry to approx. 23 x 32 cm (9” x 13”). Spread the jam over the pastry leaving 1 cm (½ “) border all round. Brush the edges with milk and roll the pastry up evenly, starting at one short side and sealing the edges well. Brush top with milk and place in loaf dish.
Desserts / Cakes ingredients Rice pudding SERVES 4 100 g (4 oz) short grain rice 1 litre ( 2 pt) whole milk 80 g (3 oz) sugar small piece of cinnamon stick 1 vanilla pod Pour the rice, milk and sugar in the bowl. Add the cinnamon and split vanilla pod. Do not cover. Bring to the boil by heating on HIGH MICROWAVE for 7-8 mins, paying close attention to ensure that the milk doesn’t overflow, then cook on SIMMER MICROWAVE for 50-60 mins. Leave to cool down, covered for at least 1 hour.
Sticky pudding with toffee sauce SERVES 4 150 g (5 oz) fresh or ready to eat dates stoned and finely chopped 50 g (2 oz) butter 150 g (5 oz) caster sugar 2 eggs, lightly beaten 150 g (5 oz) self raising flour 3 ml (½ tsp) grated nutmeg 3 ml (½ tsp) ground ginger Sauce: 150 g (5 oz) muscovado sugar 75 ml (3 fl oz) double cream 75 g (3 oz) butter Dish: 1.
Desserts / Cakes ingredients Strawberry pavlova SERVES 6 4 medium egg whites 250 g (9 oz) caster sugar 5 ml (1 tsp) cornflour 5 ml (1 tsp) malt vinegar 5 ml (1 tsp) vanilla extract Topping: 300 ml (½ pt) double cream, softly whipped 250 g (9 oz) strawberries, sliced Preheat the oven on CONVECTION 150 °C. Mark a 25 cm (10”) circle on a sheet of parchment paper and line the enamel shelf. Whisk the egg whites until stiff but not dry. Slowly whisk in the sugar until the mixture is thick and glossy.
Red fruit compote ingredients SERVES 4 225 g (8 oz) plums, halved 225 g (8 oz) cherries, stoned 225 g (8 oz) blueberries 225 g (8 oz) strawberries 225 g (8 oz) raspberries 50 g (2 oz) golden caster sugar Dish: large shallow ovenproof Pyrex® dish Christmas pudding ingredients Place apple and carrot in a large bowl. Place on the base of the oven and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 5 mins. Beat well to make a thick puree. Stir in juice, rind and mixed fruit. Cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 2 mins.
Desserts / Cakes ingredients Rhubarb, ginger & orange crumble SERVES 6 700 g (1 lb 8 oz) rhubarb, chopped 3 tbsp ginger jam 3 oranges segmented Topping: 300 g (11 oz) plain flour 150 g (5 oz) softened butter 150 g (5 oz) demerara sugar ground ginger to taste Place rhubarb in dish with 1 tbsp water, cover and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 6 mins. Place the jam and the orange segments around the rhubarb. Rub butter into the flour until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs. Stir in the sugar. Add spices to taste.
Cookies ingredients SERVES 12 Basic Cookie Dough: 100 g (4 oz) butter 100 g (4 oz) caster sugar 1 egg, beaten 175 g (6 oz) plain flour Variations: White Chocolate and Pistachio Nut 75 g (3 oz) white chocolate, chopped 50 g (2 oz) pistachio nuts, chopped Chocolate Chunk: 50 g (2 oz) white chocolate, chopped 50 g (2 oz) dark chocolate, chopped Dish: 1 baking tray 30 cm (12”) x 21.
Desserts / Cakes ingredients Chocolate cake SERVES 8 100 g (4 oz) plain chocolate 100 g (4 oz) butter 4 eggs 100 g (4 oz) icing sugar 50 g (2 oz) self raising flour 50 g (2 oz) ground almonds Topping: 50 g (2 oz) butter 25 g (1 oz) cocoa powder 30 ml (2 tbsp) milk 225 g (8 oz) icing sugar Place chocolate and butter in a bowl. Place on the base of the oven and melt on HIGH MICROWAVE for 1-2 mins. Cool slightly. Whisk eggs and sugar until pale and fluffy and then fold in the chocolate mixture.
Carrot cake ingredients SERVES 8 150 ml (¼ pt) sunflower oil 250 g (9 oz) wholemeal self-raising flour 10 ml (2 tsp) baking powder 10 ml (2 tsp) cinnamon 5 ml (1 tsp) nutmeg 150 g (5 oz) light muscovado sugar 50 g (2 oz) walnuts, coarsely chopped 125 g (4½ oz) carrots, grated 2 ripe bananas, mashed 2 eggs, beaten Cream Cheese Topping: 75 g (3 oz) butter 100 g (4 oz) cream cheese 225 g (8 oz) icing sugar chopped walnuts to decorate Dish: 20 cm (8”) square tin, base lined Oven accessory: glass shelf in lower
Desserts / Cakes ingredients Coffee walnut cake SERVES 8 175 g (6 oz) soft margarine 175 g (6 oz) caster sugar 3 eggs, beaten 200 g (7 oz) self raising flour 3 ml (½ tsp) salt 5 ml (1 tsp) mixed spice 45 ml (3 tbsp) Camp coffee essence 15 ml (1 tbsp) milk 15 ml (1 tbsp) black treacle 75 g (3 oz) chopped walnuts Cream margarine and sugar until light and fluffy. Gradually beat in the eggs. Fold in the dry ingredients. Add coffee essence, milk, treacle and walnuts. Stir well and spoon into tin.
Chocolate brownies ingredients SERVES 10 250 g (9 oz) plain chocolate 250 g (9 oz) unsalted butter 175 g (6 oz) plain flour 5 ml (1 tsp) baking powder 300 g (11 oz) caster sugar 4 large eggs, lightly beaten 5 ml (1 tsp) vanilla essence 75 g (3 oz) milk chocolate, cut into large chunks 75 g (3 oz) white chocolate, cut into large chunks Dish: bowl, 20 x 20 x 4 cm (8”x 8” x 2”) tin lined with lightly buttered greaseproof paper Oven accessory: glass shelf lower shelf position Fruit scones Desserts / Cakes P
Desserts / Cakes ingredients Flapjack SERVES 8 250 g (9 oz) butter 275 g (10 oz) golden syrup 75 g (3 oz) light muscovado sugar 425 g (15 oz) porridge oats Dish: bowl, 30 x 20 x 3.5 cm (12”x 8”x 1”) tin lined with lightly buttered greaseproof paper Oven accessory: enamel shelf in lower shelf position Place the butter, syrup and sugar into bowl. Place on the base of the oven and cook on MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 4-5 mins. Stir the oats into the butter and press the mixture into the tin.
Standard bread/bread rolls ingredients Serves 1 loaf or 8 rolls 450 g (1 lb) strong bread flour 1 sachet dried yeast 5 ml salt 15 g butter or margarine 275 ml (10 fl oz) warm water For Wholemeal Bread Use 225 g (8 oz) each of wholemeal and strong white bread flour Bread In a large bowl, combine the flour, yeast and salt. Rub in the butter or margarine. Add the warm water then mix to a dough. Turn onto a floured surface and knead for 10 mins.
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. WE DO NOT RECOMMEND THAT YOU USE YOUR MICROWAVE TO STERILIZE BABIES’ BOTTLES. DO NOT SEAL PRESERVING JARS IN YOUR MICROWAVE.
Red onion marmalade ingredients Makes 1½ lb 45 ml (3 tbsp) olive oil 4 large red onions halved and thinly sliced 50 g (2 oz) Demerara sugar 100 g (4 oz) sultanas 300 ml (½ pint) red wine 125 ml (4 fl oz) red wine vinegar Dish: large Pyrex® bowl Soft fruit jam Preserves Put oil in bowl with onions cover with a lid or pierced cling film. Place on the base of the oven and cook on MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 10 mins stirring halfway. Add all other ingredients and mix well.
Questions & answers Q: Why won’t my oven turn on? Q: I can’t set an auto cook program and ‘HOT’ appears in the display. Why? A: When the oven does not turn on, check the following: 1. Is the oven plugged in securely? Remove the plug from the outlet, wait 10 seconds and reinsert. 2. Check the circuit breaker and the fuse Reset the circuit breaker or replace the fuse if it is tripped or blown. 3. If the circuit breaker or fuse is all right, plug another appliance into the outlet.
Questions & answers Q: The oven stops cooking by microwave and ‘H97’ or ‘H98’ appears in the display. Why? Q: The operation guide has disappeared on my display, I can only see numbers? A: This display indicates a problem with the microwave generation system. Please contact an authorised Service Centre. A: The operation guide was turned off by tapping Timer/Clock 4 times. When colon or time of day is displayed, touch Timer/Clock 4 times to turn the operation guide back on.
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