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USEFUL TIPS
HOW TO READ THE COOKING TABLE
The table indicates the best functions to use for any
given food�
The cooking times refer to the cooking cycle for the
food inside the oven, excluding the preheating phase
(where required)�
The settings and cooking times are approximate
and depend on the amount of food and the type of
accessory/ies used�
Always cook food for the minimum cooking time
given and check that it is cooked through�
For best results, follow the recommendations in the
cooking table carefully when selecting accessories�
MICROWAVE COOKING TIPS
Microwaves only penetrate food to a certain depth;
you should therefore space the food out as much as
possible when cooking multiple items at the same
time�
Smaller items cook more quickly than larger items: To
ensure uniform cooking, cut food into pieces of equal
size�
Moisture evaporates during the microwave cooking
process: Using a microwave-resistant cover helps to
reduce moisture loss�
When you remove food from a microwave, it will
often continue cooking for some time afterwards� We
therefore recommend always allowing a couple of
minutes of standing time once the cooking cycle has
finished�
It is a good idea to stir food when cooking it in the
microwave, as this brings the more well-cooked parts
at the outside edges towards the middle and vice
versa�
Place thin slices of meat one on top of the other or
overlapping� Thicker slices, such as meat loaf and
sausage, should be placed next to one another�
CLING FILM AND PACKAGING
Remove any twist ties from paper or plastic bags
before placing them in the oven for microwave
cooking�
Plastic film should be scored or perforated with a fork
in order to relieve the pressure and prevent bursting
due to the steam building up during cooking�
LIQUIDS
Liquids may overheat beyond boiling point without
visibly bubbling�
This could cause hot liquids to suddenly boil over�
To prevent this possibility:
� Avoid using containers with narrow necks�
� Stir the liquid before placing the container in the
microwave oven and leave the teaspoon in the
container�
� After heating, stir again before carefully removing
the container from the microwave oven�
FROZEN FOOD
For best results, we recommend defrosting food
directly on the glass turntable� You can also use
a lightweight, microwave-safe plastic container if
needed�
Boiled foods, stews and meat-based sauces will
defrost better if stirred occasionally while defrosting�
Separate food once it starts to defrost: the separated
portions will defrost more quickly�
FOOD FOR INFANTS
When heating food or liquids in a baby bottle or a
baby food jar, always stir and check the temperature
before serving�
This will ensure that the heat is evenly distributed and
avoid the risk of scalding or burns�
Make sure the lid and the teat are removed before
heating�
MEAT AND FISH
To obtain perfect surface browning quickly while
keeping the inside of the meat or fish soft and
juicy, we recommend using the “Grill + Microwave”
function� For best results, set the microwave power to
between 160 and 350 W�
