R CHAOS DEFROST MICRO & BROWNER COOKERY BOOK & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS F O R M O D E L S : NN-GD556 / NN-GD566 / NN-GD546
Standard Conversion Chart Weight 1/ 2 oz 1oz 2oz 3oz 4oz 5oz 6oz 7oz 8oz 9oz 10oz 11oz 12oz 13oz 14oz 15oz 1lb/16oz – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – 15g 25g 50g 75g 100g 150g 175g 200g 225g 250g 275g 300g 350g 375g 400g 425g 450g Capacity 1/ 2 tsp 1tsp 1tbsp 1/ 4pt 1/ 2pt 3/ 4pt 1pt 13/4pt – – – – – – – – 3ml 5ml 15ml 150ml 300ml 450ml 600ml 1 litre When using recipes in this book always follow metric or imperial measurements. Do not combine the two.
Welcome to Panasonic Microwave Cooking Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic Microwave Oven. Even if this is not your first microwave oven, do please read the opening chapters of this cookbook to achieve perfect results every time. This microwave oven has the benefit of the Inverter System Inside. 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 - Read Carefully and keep for future reference This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience, which may be marked, and rated, either 10 amps or 13 amps. IMPORTANT: The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: Green-and-yellow: Earth. Blue: Neutral. Brown: Live. A 10 amp or 13 amp fuse is fitted according to the type of mains plug fitted.
Unpacking your oven 1. Examine Your Oven Unpack oven, remove all packing material, and examine the oven for any damage such as dents, broken door latches or cracks in the door. Notify dealer immediately if unit is damaged. Do NOT install if unit is damaged. Placement of your oven COUNTER - TOP:This oven is intended for counter-top or built-in use only. It is not intended for use inside a cabinet or cupboard. Refer to “Building-in Your Oven” (page 64). 1.
Care & Cleaning of your Microwave Oven - IMPORTANT It is essential for the safe operation of the oven that it is kept clean, and wiped out after each use. Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition could lead to deterioration of a surface that could adversely affect the life of the appliance and possibly result in a hazardous situation. 1. Switch the oven off before cleaning and unplug at socket if possible. 2. Keep the inside of the oven, door seals and door seal areas clean.
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 Grill Rack and Panacrunch Pan provided must ONLY be used as directed for Grilling and Combination cooking. Never use this on microwave only.
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. 13. Keeping Your Oven Clean. It is essential for the safe operation of the oven that it is wiped out regularly.
Microwaving Principles IMPORTANT NOTES 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.
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 as it absorbs microwave energy and scorches. Never cook in margarine cartons or yoghurt pots, as these will melt with the heat from the food. Many plastics that are not heatproof for cooking are suitable for defrosting.
Control Panel NN-GD556/NN-GD566 NN-GD546* (1) (1) Display Window (2) Microwave Power Setting (3) Turbo Reheat Pad (4) Grill Setting (5) Combination Pad (6) Auto Weight Defrost Programs (7) Delay/Stand Pad: This can be used to delay a cooking program for up to 9 hrs 90 mins., or used to time or for standing (non-cooking) time. (8) Clock Pad: Press the clock pad. Use the Time/Weight Dial to set the clock (12 hr clock). Press clock pad again to stop colons flashing.
Let’s Start to Use your Oven NN-GD566/ NN-GD556/ NN-GD546* 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/Weight Dial. Press clock pad again. (See page 15 for details). 3 Press Grill Pad Once (NN-GD556/NN-GD566) (This procedure is to burn off the oil used for rust protection in the oven.) - see page 3 on “Before Use” for details.
Setting the Clock ● Press Clock Pad “SET TIME” will appear in the display window, and the colon starts to blink. ● Turn Time/Weight Dial Enter time of day by using the Time/Weight Dial. Time counts up in minutes. Turning the dial slowly will count up in 1 minute steps. Turning the dial quickly will count up in 10 minute steps. Set as a 12 hour 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.
Turbo Reheat This will provide an added boost of microwave power up to 1000 Watts, for the initial part of the cooking time, when reheating foods e.g. soup, baked beans. ● ● Press the pad. Select Cooking time using Time/Weight Dial (Max 30 minutes). ● Press Start. Using the 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.
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: eg.
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 17). 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.
Using the Grill There are 3 GRILL settings: High, Medium and Low. • Select GRILL power Press once for Grill 1 (High), twice for Grill 2 (Medium) or three times for Grill 3 (Low). Place food on Grill Rack on turntable. Place a heatproof plate (eg. Pyrex®) underneath to catch fat, drips. Most meat items e.g. bacon, sausages, chops can be cooked on the hottest GRILL 1 setting. GRILL 2 and 3 settings are used for more delicate foods or those that require a longer grill time e.g. fish or chicken portions.
Combination Cooking There are 3 GRILL settings: High, Medium and Low. Press this pad until ● Set cooking time ● Press Start Pad. the power you require using Time/Weight appears in the display Dial (Max. 99 mins.). window. (Medium/ Low/Simmer or Warm).* *It is not possible to use High power on Combination, because the food would overcook by Microwave before browning and crisping by the Grill. Combination cooking is ideal for many foods.
Combination Cooking Some foods should be cooked on Combination without using the Grill Rack or Panacrunch Pan i.e. roasts, gratins, crumbles and puddings. The food should be placed in a heatproof non-metallic dish and placed directly onto the turntable. CONTAINERS TO USE DO NOT use plastic MICROWAVE containers on Combination Programs (unless suitable for combination cooking). Dishes must be able to withstand the heat of the top grill – heatproof glass e.g. Pyrex® or ceramic are ideal.
Panacrunch Pan THE ‘CONCEPT’ Some foods cooked by microwave can become soft and soggy. Your Panacrunch Pan accessory will brown and crisp pizzas, quiches, pies, and breaded products just as a conventional oven. Your Panasonic Panacrunch Pan works by absorbing microwave energy and transferring this as heat to crisp the base of the food. The microwave oven then heats up the food directly and browns the top of the food by the grill.
Auto Weight Cook Programs for NN-GD556/NN-GD566/NN-GD546 This feature allows you to cook or reheat foods by setting the weight only. The oven determines the Microwave power level and/or Grill level, 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. The NN-GD556 and the NN-GD566 have fourteen programs, and the NN-GD546 has eleven programs.
Auto Weight Cook Programs for NN-GD556/NN-GD566 Auto Programs must ONLY be used for the foods described below. Programs 1-4 use Microwave power only, Programs 5-14 use Combination of Grill and Microwave. Place food off centre, unless stated otherwise. 1 Curry M This program is for reheating a chilled curry convenience meal that can be stirred.* Foods must be in a suitable microwaveable container and have the film pierced. Place on Glass Turntable, select program 1 using Auto Cook Menu Dial.
Auto Weight Panacrunch Programs for NN-GD556/NN-GD566 Auto Programs must ONLY be used for the foods described below. Programs 5-14 use Combination of Grill and Microwave. 9 Jacket Potatoes To cook jacket potatoes choose medium sized potatoes 200-250g (7-9oz). Wash and dry and prick with a fork several times. Select program 9 using Auto Cook Menu Dial and place Panacrunch Pan in the oven, directly on Glass Turntable. Press START pad to pre-heat the pan.
Auto Weight Cook Programs for NN-GD546 Auto Programs must ONLY be used for the foods described below. Programs 1-4 use Microwave power only, Programs 5-11 use Combination of Grill and Microwave. Place food off centre, unless stated otherwise. 1 Curry M This program is for reheating a chilled curry convenience meal that can be stirred.* Foods must be in a suitable microwaveable container and have the film pierced. Place on Glass Turntable, select program 1 using Auto Cook Menu Dial.
Auto Weight Cook Programs for NN-GD546 Auto Programs must ONLY be used for the foods described below. Programs 5-11 use Combination of Grill and Microwave. 5 Chicken Portions For cooking and browning fresh chicken quarters eg. leg quarters, breast quarters with bone. DO NOT use for drumsticks, boneless breasts or thighs. Place chicken in heatproof dish on Glass Turntable. Select program 5 using Auto Cook Menu Dial. Enter weight. Press START. For even cooking spread chicken out well. DO NOT COVER.
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. *1000 Watts IEC (60705) is achieved by using the Turbo Reheat pad, see page 16 for details.
Reheating Charts Food CANNED PUDDINGS Creamed Rice Sponge Pudding Weight/ Quantity Power Level Time to Select (approx) 425 g 300 g HIGH HIGH 2-21/2 mins. 2 mins. Instructions/Guidelines Place in a microwave safe bowl on turntable. Cover. CANNED VEGETABLES – Drain where appropriate Carrots, whole 410 g HIGH 3 mins. Mushrooms, whole 300 g HIGH 2 mins. Peas, Mushy 440 g HIGH 2-3 mins. Peas, Garden 550 g HIGH 31/2 mins. Potatoes, new 820 g HIGH 5 mins. 198 g HIGH 11/2 mins.
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. Allow 5 mins. standing time. HIGH 2 mins. Place on heat proof plate on turntable. Do not cover. Beef & Onion Pie 150 g (1) or Combi: Grill 1 + MEDIUM 3 mins. Pre-heat pan* Place pan directly on turntable. Do not cover. HIGH 3-4 mins. Place on heat proof plate on turntable. Do not cover. 6 mins.
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 microwave safe dish. Plastic dishes designed for microwave and conventional ovens may be used with care. Cauliflower Cheese 450 g HIGH 6 mins. Place on turntable. Do not cover when using combination. 8-9 mins. Or Combi: GRILL 1 + LOW Chicken Kiev 150 g (1) Combi: Grill 1 + SIMMER 3 mins 30 secs.
Cooking Charts Food BREAD – Frozen Part-baked rolls Part-baked Garlic Baguette BACON – from raw Rashers Weight/ Quantity Choice of Cooking Modes Time Approx. (mins.) 340 g (6) 325 g (2) Combi: Grill 1 + SIMMER 5-6 5-6 140 g (6) Combi: Grill 1 + SIMMER Instructions/Guidelines Place on heatproof plate on turntable. 4-5 Place on heatproof rack or plate on turntable 45 secs per rasher. and cover with kitchen towel to minimise splatter.
Cooking Charts Food EGGS – Poached. Water Egg Water Eggs Water Eggs EGGS – Scrambled. 1 Egg Weight/ Quantity Choice of Cooking Modes Time Approx. (mins.) 45 ml 1 90 ml 2 135 ml 3 HIGH MEDIUM HIGH MEDIUM HIGH MEDIUM 50 secs. 30 secs. 1 1 11/2 11/2 HIGH HIGH 2 Eggs HIGH HIGH 3 Eggs HIGH HIGH FISH – FRESH from raw – For Guidelines see Fish Chapter page 43. Fillets 450 g (3) HIGH Steaks 350 g (2) HIGH Whole 280 g (1) HIGH Breaded Fillets 300 g (2) Combi: Grill 1 + LOW 30 secs. 20 secs. 50 secs.
Cooking Charts Food Weight/ Quantity Choice of Cooking Modes Time Approx. (mins.) Instructions/Guidelines LAMB – from raw – CAUTION: Hot Fat! Remove dish with care. For Guidelines see Meat Chapter page 46. Chops 400 g (4) MEDIUM 6-7 Place in microwave safe dish or rack on turntable. Cover. 14 Pre-heat pan* Brush chops with oil. Place pan directly on turntable. Do not or Combi:Grill 1 + SIMMER cover.
Cooking Charts Food Weight/ Quantity Choice of Cooking Modes Time Approx. (mins.) HIGH HIGH HIGH 2-21/2 4-5 8-9 200 g Combi: Grill 1 + MEDIUM 1 Combi:Then Grill Grill 1 + Medium 400 g Combi: Grill 1 + MEDIUM Then 1 or Combi: GrillGrill 1 + MEDIUM 5 3-5 6 3-5 PORRIDGE – N.B. Use a large bowl.
Cooking Charts Food Weight/ Quantity Choice of Cooking Modes Brussel Sprouts 450 g HIGH Cabbage – sliced 450 g HIGH Carrots 450 g HIGH Cauliflower – florets 450 g HIGH Celery 450 g HIGH Corn on the Cob 450 g HIGH Courgettes 450 g HIGH Leeks 450 g HIGH Mange Tout 450 g HIGH Marrow – cubed 450 g HIGH Mushrooms 450 g HIGH Parsnips – sliced 450 g HIGH FRESH VEGETABLES – Place in shallow microwave 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/ 450 g.
Soups and Starters Ingredients 2 aubergines sea salt 30 ml (2 tbsp) olive oil Sauce: 200 ml carton crème frâiche 285 g jar mushroom antipasto, drained 45 ml (3 tbsp) freshly chopped flat leaf parsley freshly ground black pepper Aubergine with Creamy Mushroom Sauce Serves 4 Oven Accessory: glass turntable and grill rack 1. Slice each aubergine into thick slices lengthways. 2. Place the aubergine slices in a large colander and sprinkle generously with sea salt.
Ingredients 25 g (1 oz) butter 15 ml (1 tbsp) olive oil 1 onion, finely chopped 350 g (12 oz) potatoes, diced 500 g (1 lb 2 oz) broccoli, cut into florets 850 ml (11⁄2 pts) vegetable stock 3 ml (1⁄2 tsp) grated nutmeg 150 ml (1⁄4 pt) semi skimmed milk 100 g (4 oz) stilton cheese, cubed Salt and pepper S O U P S & S T A R T E R S Ingredients 100 g (4 oz) tasty grated cheese 100 g (4 oz) smoked ham, diced 1 tomato, deseeded and chopped 60 ml (4 tbsp) sour cream 15 ml (1 tbsp) mayonnaise 10 ml (2 tsp) whol
Fish WHOLE FISH 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. plaice, should be rolled up prior to cooking to avoid overcooking on the thinner outside edge and tail.
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 and then grill rack 1. Cook potatoes with 45 ml (3 tbsp) water, covered on HIGH power for 6-8 mins. or until cooked. Drain. 2.
Ingredients 15 ml (1 tbsp) oil 1 onion, finely chopped 175 g (6 oz) okra, topped and tailed 1 green pepper, deseeded and sliced 30 ml (2 tbsp) Balti curry paste 400 g (14 oz) can chopped tomatoes 75 ml (5 tbsp) water 350 g (12 oz) cod fillet, cubed 12 large king prawns, cooked Fish Balti Serves 4 Dish: 3 litre (6 pt) casserole dish 1. Place the oil and onion in a large bowl. Cover and cook on HIGH power for 3 mins. or until the onion is softened. 2.
Meat and Poultry 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 30 mins. 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 100 g (4 oz) creamed coconut 90 ml (6 tbsp) crunchy peanut butter 45 ml (3 tbsp) lemon juice 30 ml (2 tbsp) soy sauce large pinch of chilli powder 4 chicken breast fillets, skinned 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 Serves 4 Dish: large casserole with lid 1. Combine all the casserole ingredients in dish. Cover with lid and cook on HIGH power for 10 mins.
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 (6 oz) self-raising flour pinch salt 75 g (3 oz) suet cold water to mix 15 ml (1 tbsp) cornflour M E A T A N D P O U L T R Y Ingredients 3-4 cloves garlic, crushed 1 cm (1/4 ”) piece fresh ginger, grated 50 g (2 oz) ground almonds 3x15 ml (3 tbsp) water 3 whole cardamon pods 2 cloves 2.
Serves 4 Dish: large casserole 1. Place all the ingredients except the cornflour and crème frâiche in a large bowl. Cover and cook on HIGH power for 10 mins. 2. Stir the casserole, cover and cook on SIMMER power for 50 mins., or until the meat is cooked. Stir once during cooking. 3. Blend the cornflour with a little water and stir into the casserole. Cover and cook for a further 5 mins. on SIMMER power or until thickened. Chicken Casserole Serves 4 Dish: 3 litre (6 pt) casserole 1.
Pasta and Rice Ingredients 275 g (10 oz) spaghetti 400 g (14 oz) new potatoes, cubed 225 g (8 oz) green beans, halved 120 g (41/2 oz) tub fresh pesto olive oil, for drizzling salt and fresh ground black pepper Pesto Spaghetti Serves 4 Dish: large casserole 1. Place spaghetti in a large bowl, add 1 litre (13/4 pt) of boiling water, cover and cook on HIGH power for 8-9 mins. or until cooked. Drain and keep warm. 2.
Ingredients 175 g (6 oz) easycook brown rice 450 ml (3/4 pt) hot chicken stock 450 g (1 lb) smoked haddock 30 ml (2 tbsp) lemon juice 1 medium onion, chopped 15 ml (1 tbsp) oil 150 ml (1/4 pt) sour cream 15 ml (1 tbsp) curry paste 100 g (4 oz) frozen peas 30 ml (2 tbsp) parsley, chopped 2 hardboiled eggs, chopped Kedgeree Serves 2 Dish: large casserole 1. Place the rice and chicken stock in casserole, cover and cook on HIGH power for 15-17 mins. or until tender. 2.
Cheese and Egg Dishes PIERCING C H E E S E A N D E G G D I S H E S Always pierce egg yolk and white to stop them exploding when cooking in a microwave. Ingredients 1 garlic clove, halved 300 ml (1⁄2 pt) dry white wine 450 g (1 lb) Gruyère cheese, grated 25 g (1 oz) plain flour Pinch of pepper Pinch of grated nutmeg Paprika for sprinkling BOILED EGGS IN SHELLS Never attempt to cook a boiled egg by microwave. They can explode dangerously.
Serves 6 Dish: 23 cm (9”) flan dish 1. Line flan dish with pastry, prick with a fork. Cook on Combination: GRILL 1 and MEDIUM power for 4 mins. or until dry. 2. Thinly slice the courgettes, prepare the broccoli and peas, place in a bowl with 90 ml (6 tbsp) of water and soften on HIGH power for 4-5 mins. Drain. Place in the pastry case with the asparagus and quartered tomatoes. Serves 4 Dish: large bowl + heatproof dish 1. Cut potatoes in half (or quarters if large).
• • 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. • 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.
Serves 4 Dish: shallow dish 1. Combine all the ingredients in a casserole dish, apart from the baguette and the cheese. 2. Cover and cook on HIGH power for 15 mins. or until vegetables are soft, stirring halfway through the cooking time. Gratin Dauphinois Serves 4 Dish: 20 cm (8”) shallow dish 1. Rub halves of garlic around inside of dish and discard. 2. Layer the potato slices in the dish, seasoning with salt and pepper and nutmeg between each layer. 3.
Ingredients 2 medium sweet potatoes 1 large tomato, sliced 50 g (2 oz) spicy sausage, sliced 30 ml (2 tbsp) coriander, chopped 75 g (3 oz) cheddar cheese, grated salt and pepper Stuffed Sweet Potatoes Serves 4 Oven Accessory: glass turntable then grill rack Dish: shallow heatproof dish 1. Wash and prick the potato skins. Cook on the Jacket Potato program. 2. Split the potatoes horizontally, keeping the edge joined. 3. Layer the tomatoes and the sausage alternately over the potatoes.
Ingredients 100 g (4 oz) black-eye beans, soaked overnight 100 g (4 oz) adzuki beans, soaked overnight 15 ml (1 tbsp) vegetable oil 1 garlic clove, crushed 1 yellow pepper, chopped 10 ml (2 tsp) caraway seeds, lightly crushed 15 ml (1 tbsp) paprika 397 g (14 oz) can chopped tomatoes 175 g (6 oz) mushrooms, thickly sliced 60 ml (4 tbsp) natural yoghurt salt and pepper Garnish: fresh parsley, chopped Serves 4 1. Combine the green pepper, onion, garlic and oil in a bowl.
Puddings and Desserts Ingredients 150 ml (1/4 pt) water 100 g (4 oz) caster sugar 3 eggs 3 ml (1/2 tsp) vanilla essence 30 ml (2 tbsp) caster sugar 300 ml (1/2 pt) cold milk P U D D I N G S Steamed Suet Sponge Pudding Serves 4 Dish: 1 litre (2 pt) pudding basin 1. In a mixing bowl, sift together the flour and salt. Stir in the sugar and suet. 2. Make a well in the centre and add beaten egg and milk. Mix to a soft dropping consistency. 3.
Ingredients 2 lemons 500 ml (18 fl oz.) full fat milk 1 cinnamon stick grated nutmeg 4 medium egg yolks 50 g (2 oz) caster sugar 30 ml (2 tbsp) cornflour 100 g (4 oz) demerara sugar Serves 8 Dish: 20 cm (8”) deep pyrex dish, greased 1. Melt butter on HIGH power for 1-2 mins. or until melted. Stir in biscuits and cinnamon. Press into base of dish. 2. Blend cream cheese and cottage cheese together until smooth, add sugar, cornflour, lemon rind, soured cream and egg yolks. 3.
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.
Baking Guidelines DISH SHAPE Ring moulds are ideal for baking cakes in, especially dense cakes. They help prevent the outside edge of the cake overcooking before the dense centre is cooked through. CONSISTENCY Generally cakes to be cooked by microwave should have a softer consistency than those baked traditionally. As a general rule add 15-30 ml (1-2 tbsp) of milk or water to the mixture.
Ingredients 75 g (3 oz) butter or margarine 30 ml (2 tbsp) golden syrup 75 g (3 oz) light brown sugar 150 g (5 oz) porridge oats 50 g (2 oz) raisins Chewy Flapjacks Makes: 8 slices Dish: 20 cm (8”) round flan dish 1. Place butter, syrup and sugar in a bowl and cook on HIGH power for 1-2 mins. or until melted. B A K I N G 2. Stir in the oats and raisins. Press into dish. Cook on Combination: GRILL 1 and SIMMER power for 4-5 mins. or until firm and golden. Allow to cool slightly then cut into pieces.
Preserves 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. If you wish to cook larger quantities than given in the recipes below, revert to the traditional hob method, using a traditional recipe.
Questions and Answers Q Q My microwave oven causes interference with my TV, is this normal? Sometimes warm air comes from the oven vents. Why? A 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. The heat given off from the cooking food warms the air in the oven cavity.
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Index A Adapting Recipes.............................................................................. 40 Apples, poached/stewed................................................................... 36 Arcing.................................................................................................. 7 Auto weight cooking .................................................................... 24-29 Auto weight defrosting .................................................................
K Kedgeree .......................................................................................... 51 Date Puddings and Butterscotch Sauce ........................................ 58 Lemon Brûleé ................................................................................ 59 Steamed Suet Sponge Pudding .................................................... 58 L R Lamb guidelines....................................................................................... 46 cooking charts.................
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