Operating instructions

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3. COOKWARE GUIDE (CONT’D)
✓ : Recommended ✓ ✗ : Use Caution ✗ : Unsafe
4. COOKING GUIDE
4.1 MICROWAVES
Microwave energy actually penetrates food, attracted and absorbed by the water, fat and sugar content. The
microwaves cause the molecules in the food to move rapidly and the rapid movement of these molecules
creates friction and the resulting heat cooks the food.
COOKING MEAT
Place the meat fat-side down on a microwave-safe roasting rack in a microwave-safe dish. Use narrow strips
of aluminum foil to shield any bone tips or thin pieces of meat. Check the temperature in several places before
letting the meat stand the recommended time.
The following temperatures are removal temperatures. The temperature of the food will rise during standing
time.
COOKWARE ✓ AND/OR ✗ COMMENTS
W
AX
OR GREASE-PROOF PAPER
✓
Can be used to retain moisture and prevent spattering.
P
LASTIC
CONTAINERS
✓
Can be used if heat-resistant thermoplastic. Some plastics
may warp or discolor at high temperatures. Do not use
melamine plastic.
C
LING FILM
✓
Can be used to retain moisture. Avoid wrapping the food
too tight. Take care when removing the fi lm as hot steam
will escape.
FREEZER BAGS
✓ ✗
Only if boilable or oven-proof. Should not be airtight. Prick
with a fork, if necessary.
T
HERMOMETER
✓
Use only those marked “Microwave-safe” and follow
the directions. Check the temperature in several places.
Conventional thermometers can be used once the food
has been removed from the oven.
S
TRAW, WICKER
AND
WOOD
✓ ✗
Use only for short-term heating, as these materials can be
fl ammable.
FOOD COOKING TIME/POWER LEVEL INSTRUCTIONS
R
OAST BEEF (BONELESS)
U
P TO 4 LB.
Cooking Time:
10-15 min./lb. for 145°F - Rare
12-17 min./lb. for 160°F - Medium
14-19 min./lb. for 170°F - Well Done
Place the roast fat-side down on
the roasting rack and cover with
wax paper. Turn over halfway
through the cooking process. Let
stand for 10 to 15 minutes.
Power Level:
High (10) for fi rst 5 minutes, then
Medium (5).
P
ORK
(BONELESS OR BONE-IN)
UP TO 4 LB.
Cooking Time:
15-20 min./lb. for 170°F - Well Done
Place the roast fat-side down on
the roasting rack and cover with
wax paper. Turn over halfway
through the cooking process. Let
stand for 10 to 15 minutes.
Power Level:
High (10) for fi rst 5 minutes, then
Medium (5).