Microwave defrosting and reheating
118
We recommend using the following microwave power levels to defrost or reheat
foods:
[W]
Defrosting
80
Very delicate food:
cream, butter, gateaux and filled sponge cakes, cheese
150
All other types of food
Reheating
450
Food for babies and children
600
Various types of food;
frozen ready-meals which do not need browning
850
1000
Drinks
Microwave power
The time required depends on the nature of the food, its initial temperature and the
amount to be cooked. The durations can be found in the tables on the following
pages.