USING THE BUFFET SERVER AS A WARMING TRAY
The heated base of the Buffet Server may be used on its own, as a simple warming tray. This is especially useful
for foil dishes of takeaway food. Dry foods such as pizza may also be placed directly onto the surface.
1.
Turn the temperature dial to OFF and plug the power cord into a mains socket. The green power light will
come on.
2.
Turn the temperature dial to WARMING TRAY. The yellow temperature light will come on to show the
Buffet Server is heating up or, later on, adjusting to maintain a steady temperature. When the chosen
temperature is reached, the light will turn off.
3.
Next, place your food onto the heated base. A maximum of 2 to 3 hours is recommended. Please note: the
clear lids must not be placed directly onto the heated base. They should only be used to cover the serving
dishes.
4.
Once you have finished using the warming tray, turn the temperature dial to OFF and unplug from the
mains socket. Allow to cool down completely before cleaning and storing away. See CARE AND
CLEANING.
USING THE LARGE OVENPROOF DISH
For keeping family-sized dinners warm, such as curry, hotpot or cottage pie, the large ovenproof dish comes into
its own. The dish may be warmed in an oven up to 350°C (180°C) before filling with food, to help keep the
contents hot for longer. Please note: because the dish has a generous capacity, it can only be accommodated
by larger domestic ovens, not standard sized ovens. The silicone handles will become hot, so please wear oven
gloves.
1.
Turn the temperature dial to OFF and plug the power cord into a mains socket. The green power light will
come on.
2.
Turn the temperature dial to LOW, MEDIUM or HIGH, depending on the consistency of the food you are
keeping warm. See HELPFUL TIPS. The yellow temperature light will come on to show the Buffet Server
is heating up or, later, adjusting to maintain a steady temperature. When the chosen temperature is
reached, the light will turn off.
3.
Next, place hot, cooked food into the large dish and place it onto the heated base. A maximum of 4 hours
is recommended. To prevent drying out, cover the food with the large lid, which has handy slots for serving
spoons.
4.
Once you have finished using the Buffet Server, turn the temperature dial to OFF and unplug from the
mains socket. Allow to cool down completely before cleaning and storing away. See CARE AND
CLEANING.
USING THE INDIVIDUAL SERVING DISHES
A choice of hot foods or a complete meal may be kept warm in the trio of individual serving dishes. Each is
supplied with a lid to keep the contents hot for longer and prevent drying out. The dishes may also be warmed
in an oven up to 350°C (180°C) before filling with food. Please note: the lids are not ovenproof.
1.
Turn the temperature dial to OFF and plug the power cord into a mains socket. The green power light will
come on.
2.
Turn the temperature dial to MEDIUM or HIGH, depending on the consistency of your food. See
HELPFUL TIPS. The yellow temperature light will come on to show the Buffet Server is heating up or, later,
adjusting to maintain a steady temperature. When the chosen temperature is reached, the light will turn off.
3.
Next, place hot, cooked food into the individual dishes and put the lids on. Sit them inside the large dish,
on top of the heated base. A maximum of 4 hours is recommended. If you prefer, the large lid may be used
to cover all three dishes.
4.
Once you have finished using the Buffet Server, turn the temperature dial to OFF and unplug from the
mains socket. Allow to cool down completely before cleaning and storing away. See CARE AND
CLEANING.
HELPFUL TIPS
The Buffet Server is designed to keep cooked food hot, and is not suitable for defrosting food, reheating
leftovers or cooking food from scratch. For the very best results, begin with piping hot food, and pre-warm the
dishes in an oven up to 350°C (180°C).
To ensure good food hygiene, we recommend that food is checked at regular intervals with a kitchen
thermometer, to maintain a minimum temperature of 140°F (60°C). The temperature may be adjusted simply by
turning the dial.
The temperature you select will depend on the consistency of the food being served e.g. gravy requires a lower
temperature to keep warm, and mashed potatoes require a higher temperature.
Once the dishes are empty, lift them off the heated base. This will make for easier cleaning, and will also help to
prevent damage to the appliance.
Over time, prolonged use of the Buffet Server at high temperatures may lead to discoloration of the dishes, or
scorch marks on the heated base. This is perfectly normal and will not affect performance.
When serving sauces or creamy dishes, we recommend that some water is added to the large dish before the
individual dishes are placed inside, to create a ‘bain marie’ effect. This will help to spread the heat more evenly,
without hotspots.
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