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Cooking Charts

Food

Weight/

Choice of

Time

Instructions/Guidelines

Quantity

Cooking Modes

(mins.)

BEEFBURGERS – Frozen from raw – Caution: Hot fat! Remove grill accessory with care.

HIGH power

6-8

Place on micro-safe rack or plate on turntable. Cover.

227 g (4)

or GRILL 1

10-12

Place on high rack on metal tray on turntable.
Turn halfway.

CHICKEN from raw – CAUTION: Hot Fat! Remove accessory with care. For Guidelines see Meat Chapter page 55.

MEDIUM power or

12-14

Place on micro-safe rack or plate on turntable. Cover.

Breasts, boneless

850 g (4)

GRILL 1 or

20-25

Place on high rack on metal tray on turntable.
Turn halfway.

TURBO-BAKE

Place on low rack on metal tray on turntable.

250°C + GRILL 1

Turn halfway.

MEDIUM power or

12-14

Place on micro-safe rack or plate on turntable. Cover.

Drumsticks

900 g (8)

GRILL 1 or

Place on high rack on metal tray on turntable.
Turn halfway.

TURBO-BAKE

Place on low rack on metal tray on turntable.

250°C + GRILL 1

Kiev (fresh)

283 g (2)

TURBO-BAKE

15-17

Place on low rack on metal tray on turntable.

250

C + GRILL 1

600 g (4)

18-20

Nuggets (frozen)

Combi:

TURBO-BAKE

15-18

Place on metal tray on high rack on turntable.

400 g

250°C + WARM power or

GRILL 1

15-20

Place on metal tray on high rack on turntable.
Turn halfway.

Nuggets (fresh)

400 g

Combi:

TURBO-BAKE

Place on metal tray on high rack on turntable.

220

C + GRILL 1 + WARM power

MEDIUM power or

Place on micro-safe rack or plate on turntable. Cover.

Chicken legs

1.2 kg (4)

GRILL 1 or

30-35

Place on low rack on metal tray on turntable.

TURBO-BAKE

25-30

Place on low rack on metal tray on turntable.

250

C + GRILL 1

MEDIUM power

8-9 per

Place in micro-safe dish on turntable. Cover.

Whole

450g

Combi:

190

C + SIMMER power

13-15 per

Place on low rack on metal tray on turntable.

450g

Breast side down. Turn halfway. DO NOT COVER.

EGGS – Poached.

Water

45 ml

HIGH power

40 secs.

Egg

MEDIUM power

40 secs.

Water

90 ml

HIGH power

Eggs

MEDIUM power

1 min.10 secs.

Water

135 ml

HIGH power

1 min. 30 secs.

Eggs

MEDIUM power

1min. 30 secs.

Water

180 ml

HIGH power

Eggs

MEDIUM power

1min. 50 secs.

• Place water in a small bowl and heat for 1st cooking

time.

• Add egg (size 3).
• Pierce yolk and white.
• Cover.
• Cook for 2nd cooking time.
• Then leave to stand for 1 min.

Summary of Contents for NN-A774

Page 1: ...CHAOS CHAOS DEFROST NN A774 For Models NN A754 NN A724 NN A714 Cookery Book Operating Instructions Microwave ...

Page 2: ...oods Your oven is rated E which is very efficient It is therefore very important that you refer carefully to the packet instructions on convenience foods Some packet instructions only display information for B or D rated ovens We therefore provide additional guidelines for reheating on pages 38 41 of this book ALWAYS check the progress of the food as it cooks or reheats by simply opening the door ...

Page 3: ...ing your new oven but should you require any further help or explanation phone our COOKERY ADVICE LINE 01344 862108 or write to the address below Best regards Carol Cook BSc Hons Senior Home Economist The Microwave Test Development Kitchen Panasonic Consumer Electronics U K Willoughby Road Bracknell Berks RG12 8FP When writing be sure to state your model number and daytime telephone number CONTENT...

Page 4: ...lled it should be easy to isolate the appliance from the electricity supply by pulling out the plug or operating a circuit breaker Do not immerse cord plug or oven in water Keep cord away from heated surfaces Do not let cord hang over the edge of table or work top Do not plug your oven in via an extension cable as this can be dangerous It is important to plug the oven directly into a wall socket T...

Page 5: ...roper use Ensure that children do not touch the hot outer casing after operation of the oven 5 Storage of Accessories Do not store any objects other than oven accessories inside the oven in case it is accidentally turned on In case of electronic failure oven can only be turned off at wall socket 6 Before Use Before using CONVECTION COMBINATION or GRILL function for the first time operate the oven ...

Page 6: ... removed by using a small amount of branded conventional oven cleaner sprayed onto a soft damp cloth Wipe onto problem spots leave for recommended time and then wipe off Avoid the microwave feed guide area and the door DO NOT SPRAY DIRECTLY INSIDE THE OVEN 5 The outside oven surface should be cleaned with a damp cloth To prevent damage to the operating parts inside the oven water should not be all...

Page 7: ...program FAILURE TO USE ACCESSORIES CORRECTLY COULD DAMAGE YOUR OVEN 9 Arcing may occur if the incorrect weight of food is used a metal container has been used incorrectly or the accessories have been damaged If this occurs stop the machine immediately You can continue to cook by GRILL OR CONVECTION ONLY 10 Always refer to instructions for correct accessories to use on all programs The glass turnta...

Page 8: ...cooked too long 3 Christmas Pudding Christmas puddings and other foods high in fats or sugar e g jam mince pies must not be over heated These foods must never be left unattended as with over cooking these foods can ignite 4 Boiled Eggs Eggs in their shell and whole hard boiled eggs should not be heated in micorwave ovens since they may explode even after microwave heating has ended 5 Foods with Sk...

Page 9: ...is essential for the safe operation of the oven that it is wiped out regularly Use warm soapy water squeeze the cloth out well and use to remove any grease or food from the interior Pay particular attention to the door seal area and also the areas around the microwave feed guide situated on the right hand side of the cavity wall The oven should be unplugged when cleaning The catalytic lining at th...

Page 10: ... containers to be absorbed by the water molecules in the food all foods contain water to a more or lesser extent IMPORTANT NOTES HOW MICROWAVES COOK FOOD The dish used to cook or reheat the food will get warm during cooking as the heat conducts from the food Even in microwaving oven gloves are required MICROWAVES CANNOT PASS THROUGH METAL AND THEREFORE METAL COOKING UTENSILS CAN NEVER BE USED IN A...

Page 11: ...rom a dish as the build up of steam will be very hot Always purchase cling film that states on the packet suitable for microwave cooking and use as a covering only Do not line dishes with cling film Do not cover foods when cooking by Combination Convection or Grill STANDING TIME Dense foods e g meat jacket potatoes and cakes require a STANDING TIME inside or outside of the oven after cooking to al...

Page 12: ...tside STARTING TEMPERATURE The colder the food the longer it takes to heat up Food from a fridge takes longer to reheat than food at room temperature TURNING AND STIRRING Some foods require stirring during cooking Meat and poultry should be turned after half the cooking time LIQUIDS All liquids must be stirred before and during heating Water especially must be stirred before and during heating to ...

Page 13: ...are heat resistant Fine bone china should only be used for reheating for short periods Do not use dishes with a metal rim or pattern Do not use jugs or mugs with glued handles since the glue can melt If dishes are heat resistant they may be used on Convection and Combination but not directly under the Grill POTTERY EARTHENWARE STONEWARE If completely glazed these dishes are suitable Do not use if ...

Page 14: ...roof paper can be used to line the base of dishes and to cover fatty foods e g bacon rashers to stop splattering White paper plates can be used for SHORT REHEATING TIMES on Microwave only WICKER WOOD STRAW BASKETS Dishes will crack and could ignite Do not use wooden dishes in your microwave DO NOT USE ON ANY COOKING MODE CLING FILM Microwave cling film can only be used for covering food that is re...

Page 15: ... Refer to page 15 for setting the clock 13 lb oz Conversion Pad 14 Weight Selection Pads 15 Stop Cancel Pad Before Cooking one press clears your instructions During Cooking one press temporarily stops the cooking program Another press cancels all your instructions and the time of day will appear in the display 16 Start Pad Press to start operating the oven If during cooking the door is opened or S...

Page 16: ...hot 6 Demonstration Mode This is to enable you to experiment setting various programs The letter D will always appear in the display window This is to confirm that there is no microwave power produced and it is safe to use the oven without any food To select this mode press the clock pad three times Demo mode press any key will appear To cancel press the clock pad a further three times 7 Child Loc...

Page 17: ...crowave Power Level N B 1 To reset time of day repeat step 1 through to step 3 2 The clock will keep the time of day as long as the oven is plugged in and electricity is supplied 3 This is a 12 hour clock Clock Press five times Press twice Inoperable Power Press Level Wattage once High 1000 W twice Defrost 270 W 3 times Medium 600 W 4 times Low 440 W 5 times Simmer 250 W 6 times Warm 100 W CAUTION...

Page 18: ...me then press DELAY and time then select final power level and final cooking time Then press Start Select the desired program by pressing pad once twice or three times The microwave and defrost symbols will also appear Press to select g or lb and oz Enter the weight by pressing the Up Down pads The up pad will start with the minimum weight for each food Press Start Auto Weight Defrost Chaos Defros...

Page 19: ...g rolls buns and slices of bread which are required for immediate use Small items may feel warm immediately after defrosting Loaves can also be defrosted on this program but these will require standing time to allow the centre to thaw out Standing time can be shortened if slices are separated and buns and loaves cut in half Items should be turned halfway during defrosting THIS PROGRAM IS NOT SUITA...

Page 20: ... 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 t...

Page 21: ...ortions 10 12 mins Place in a suitable dish in a single layer 30 mins 450g 1lb Turn twice Shield if necessary Fish Whole 9 10 mins Place in a suitable dish 15 mins 450g 1lb Turn twice Shield Fillets Steak 7 8 mins Place in a suitable dish 15 mins 450g 1lb Turn twice separate if necessary Prawns 6 7 mins Place in a suitable dish 10 mins 450g 1lb Stir twice during defrosting General Bread Sliced 5 m...

Page 22: ...l count down then the cooking program will start Set the desired Cooking Program by selecting cooking option and time required Then Press the Stand Pad Set desired standing time max 9hrs 99mins 10 sec pad is inoperable An H will appear in the display to denote hours Press Start Pad Cooking program will commence after which the standing time will count down 2 To Set a Delay Start NB 1 If the oven d...

Page 23: ...EN GLOVES The Quartz Grill system on the oven gives fast efficient cooking for a wide variety of foods e g chops sausages steak toast oven chips etc DO NOT PREHEAT THE GRILL BEFORE USE The metal tray must be on the glass turntable when using Inoperable NOTE The Grill will only operate with the oven door closed and there is no microwave power on the GRILL only program When using the grill to cook f...

Page 24: ...n position with the Metal Tray and the High Rack on top OVEN ACCESSORIES TO USE 1 There is no microwave power on the GRILL only program 2 Use the accessories provided as explained above 3 The Grill will only operate with the oven door closed 4 Most meat items e g bacon sausages chops can be cooked on the hottest setting GRILL 1 This setting is also suitable for toasting bread muffins and teakakes ...

Page 25: ...aximum cooking time is 9 hours 99 minutes The 10 sec pad is inoperable Press Start Pad Note Check that only the convection symbol is still in the display If the microwave symbol is displayed this is incorrect and the program should be cancelled Reselect the convection setting Inoperable Note Open the door using the Door Release Pad because if the Stop Cancel Pad is pressed the program may be cance...

Page 26: ...EMP GAS C F MARK 40 C Proving Bread 90 F 1 8 100 C Pavlova 200 F 1 4 110 C Meringues 225 F 1 4 120 C Slow drying Herbs 250 F 1 2 130 C Large Rich Fruit Cakes 275 F 1 140 C To start Rich Fruit Cakes 150 C then reduce 160 C Gingerbread Biscuits 170 C Shortbread Small Tarts 300 F 325 F 2 3 TEMP USE TEMP GAS C F MARK 180 C Souffle Victoria Sandwich 350 F 4 190 C Lemon Meringue Pie Mince 375 F 5 Pies T...

Page 27: ...he oven is preheated the oven will beep and the P will flash Then open the door and place the food inside Inoperable NOTE Open the door using the door release pad because if the STOP CANCEL pad is pressed the program may be cancelled Then if the time was entered the oven would revert to cooking on Microwave only Press Time Pads to enter cooking time Maximum time is 9 hours 99 minutes The 10 sec pa...

Page 28: ... Using TURBO BAKE can reduce traditional oven cooking times see table below FOOD WEIGHT TRADITIONAL OVEN TURBO BAKE Cheese and Tomato Thin and Crispy Pizza Southern Fried Chicken portions Chicken Samosas Chargrilled Vegetable Ciabatta 350 g 10 12 mins 5 6 mins 200 C 250 C Grill 1 800 g 30 35 mins 20 mins 200 C 250 C Grill 1 200 g 14 mins 10 mins 200 C 220 C Grill 2 355 g 14 mins 10 mins 200 C 250 ...

Page 29: ...nd foil containers on COMBINATION but they must be placed directly onto the metal tray on the glass turntable They must not be placed directly onto the Low Rack or arcing will occur If you experience arcing which is when you see blue sparks or hear crackling noises the metal container is unsuitable or you have insufficient food in the oven You should stop the program immediately and change the con...

Page 30: ... the convection symbol will stop flashing The microwave symbol will appear and flash Press Micro Power Pad to select Microwave setting HIGH DEFROST are not available The microwave symbol stops flashing Inoperable Press to enter required cooking time 10 sec pad is inoperable Press Start Pad The oven will automatically work on HIGH Microwave Power if a cooking time is entered without the power level...

Page 31: ...e book It is not possible to use HIGH or DEFROST Microwave Power in this mode GUIDELINES CAUTION ALWAYS USE OVEN GLOVES WHEN REMOVING DISHES FROM THE OVEN ESPECIALLY WHEN TURNING OR STIRRING FOODS AS THE ACCESSORIES AND SURROUNDING OVEN WILL GET VERY HOT Foods should always be cooked until browned and piping hot Press Combination Pad first then select CONVECTION temperature Lastly select Microwave...

Page 32: ...er Press once for Grill 1 High twice for Grill 2 Medium or three times for Grill 3 Low The convection symbol will dissappear and the grill symbol will stop flashing The microwave symbol appears and starts to flash Select Microwave Power Keep pressing this pad until the power you require appears in the display window Options available depend on Grill Power selected The microwave symbol will stop fl...

Page 33: ...gh Rack on the Metal Tray This is then placed on the Glass Turntable When cooking fish or small items food can be placed directly on the metal tray on top of the High Rack We suggest the following options for this Combination mode For advice on cooking times refer to cooking charts and recipes in this book Foods should always be cooked until browned and piping hot OVEN ACCESSORIES TO USE When usin...

Page 34: ...o 250 C then to 100 C 110 C etc The grill and convection symbols will stop flashing and the microwave symbol will appear and flash Press to select Grill Power if you wish to adjust from Grill 2 Medium to Grill 3 Low or Grill 1 High The microwave symbol is still flashing Press to select Microwave Power The options available will depend on the other cooking modes previously selected The microwave sy...

Page 35: ...following options for this Combination mode Non metallic dishes or items of food can be placed directly onto Low Rack on the Metal Tray on the Glass Turntable Small items should be placed in a heatproof dish on the Low Rack Food should be placed directly onto the High Rack on the Metal Tray on the Glass Turntable For advice on cooking times refer to cooking charts and recipes in this book Foods sh...

Page 36: ... packet weight Minimum Maximum Weights to use onAuto Weight Programs This feature allows you to cook or reheat fourteen foods by setting the weight only The oven determines the Microwave power level and or Combination setting 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 oz lb down up Curry Chi...

Page 37: ...er the weight Press START Stir halfway Allow to stand for 1 minute Ensure food is piping hot Stir again before serving This program is for reheating a chilled casserole convenience meal Foods must be in a suitable microwaveable container and have the film pierced Press the pad twice Enter the weight Press START Stir halfway Allow to stand for 1 minute Ensure food is piping hot Stir again before se...

Page 38: ...e for GRILLING Spread potato products out on Metal Tray on High Rack on Glass Turntable Press the pad twice Enter the weight Press START Turn during cooking For best results cook in a single layer To cook jacket potatoes with a crisper drier skin Choose medium sized potatoes 200 250 g 7 9oz for best results Wash and dry potatoes and prick with a fork several times Place on Low Rack on Metal Tray o...

Page 39: ...se a similar type and size listed and adjust the cooking time if necessary PLATED MEALS Everyone s appetite varies and reheat times depend on meal contents Dense items e g mashed potato should be spread out well If a lot of gravy is added extra time may be required Place denser items to the outside of the plate Between 3 5 mins on HIGH power will reheat an average portion If stacking two meals hea...

Page 40: ... of the bottle will be much hotter than at the bottom of the bottle and must be shaken thoroughly before checking the temperature Milk or formula must always be tested carefully before feeding a baby BREAD Pre cooked Fresh N B Breads reheated by Microwave will have a soft base 1 HIGH power 15 20 secs Place on micro safe plate on turntable Do not cover Croissants or GRILL 1 2 3 mins Place on heatpr...

Page 41: ...ded as overheating can cause the food to ignite Slice 150 g HIGH 30 secs Place in a heatproof dish on turntable Cover Small 454 g HIGH 2 mins Place in a heatproof dish on turntable Cover Medium 900 g HIGH 3 mins Place in a heatproof dish on turntable Cover Large 1 1 kg HIGH 3 mins 30 secs Place in a heatproof dish on turntable Cover DRINKS COFFEE at room temperature 1 mug 235 ml HIGH 1 min 30 secs...

Page 42: ...ver Xmas Mince Pies 90 g 2 HIGH power 10 20 secs Place in micro safe dish on turntable Do not cover PLATED MEALS HOMEMADE CHILLED Child size 1 HIGH 3 mins Place on a heatproof plate on turntable Cover Adult size 1 HIGH 4 5 mins Place on a heatproof plate on turntable Cover PUDDINGS AND DESSERTS Transfer puddings to a heatproof dish Apple Pie 570 g HIGH or 4 5 mins Place on turntable Do not cover C...

Page 43: ...Potato Wedges 385 g TURBO BAKE 10 mins Place in dish on low rack on metal tray on turntable 220 C GRILL 1 Turn halfway Vegetable Bake 454 g HIGH power or 6 8 mins Place on turntable Combi 12 14 mins Place on metal tray on turntable Do not cover 200 C SIMMER power PURCHASED CONVENIENCE FOODS FROZEN N B Transfer food from foil container to a similar sized heat proof dish except when using TURBO BAKE...

Page 44: ...Must boil for at least 12 mins to destroy toxic enzymes BEEF Joints from raw Caution Hot fat Remove dish with care For Guidelines see Meat Chapter page 55 Topside Forerib Combi 180 C SIM power 14 16 Place on low rack on metal tray on turntable Sirloin per 450 g Turn halfway Mince HIGH then MEDIUM 10 then 15 Place in micro safe dish with stock and seasonings on POWER per 450 g turntable Stir halfwa...

Page 45: ... on turntable 250 C GRILL 1 600 g 4 18 20 Nuggets frozen Combi TURBO BAKE 15 18 Place on metal tray on high rack on turntable 400 g 250 C GRILL2 WARMpoweror GRILL 1 15 20 Place on metal tray on high rack on turntable Turn halfway Nuggets fresh 400 g Combi TURBO BAKE 10 Place on metal tray on high rack on turntable 220 C GRILL 1 WARM power MEDIUM power or 18 Place on micro safe rack or plate on tur...

Page 46: ...cro safe dish Add 30 ml of liquid Cover or GRILL 2 12 14 Place on metal tray on high rack on turntable Turn halfway FISH FROZEN from raw For Guidelines see Fish Chapter page 52 Breaded Fillets 300 g 2 GRILL 1 or 10 12 Place on metal tray on high rack on turntable Combi GRILL 1 SIM power 8 10 Turn halfway Combi TURBO BAKE 230 C 10 12 GRILL 3 SIMMER power Cakes 400 g 4 GRILL 1 or 10 12 Place on meta...

Page 47: ... dish Cover Plums stewed 450 g HIGH power 8 10 Add 30 ml 2 tbsp of water Only half fill dish Cover Rhubarb stewed 450 g HIGH power 5 Only half fill dish Cover LAMB from raw CAUTION Hot Fat Remove accessory with care For Guidelines see Meat Chapter page 55 Chops cutlets 425 g 4 MEDIUM power 6 7 Place in micro safe dish or rack on turntable Cover or GRILL 1 10 12 Place on high rack on metal tray on ...

Page 48: ...aten egg Place on baking sheet on metal 250 C GRILL 1 tray on low rack on turntable PIZZA FRESH chilled N B Remove all packaging Pizzas will have a soft base if cooked by microwave only Deep Pan Ham 450 g HIGH power 4 6 Place on micro safe plate on turntable Do not cover TURBO BAKE 220 C 10 12 Place directly on metal tray on turntable Do not cover GRILL 2 Thin and Crispy 250 g Combi 220 C WRM powe...

Page 49: ... Flaked Rice 50 g SIMMER power 20 Add 600 ml 1pt milk 30 ml sugar Pudding Rice 50 g HIGH power 5 Add 450 ml 3 4pt milk 30 ml sugar then SIMMER 35 Tapioca 50 g SIMMER power 30 35 Add 600 ml 1pt milk 30 ml sugar SAUSAGES from raw CAUTION Hot Fat Remove accessory with care Thick 454 g 8 GRILL 1 or 10 12 Place on high rack on metal tray on turntable Turn halfway TURBO BAKE 10 mins 220 C GRILL 1 TURKEY...

Page 50: ...SIMpower 20 4 HIGH power or 13 Combi TURBO BAKE250 C GRILL1 SIMpower 25 6 HIGH power or 18 20 Combi TURBO BAKE250 C GRILL1 SIMpower 30 Spinach 450 g HIGH power 7 Swede cubed 450 g HIGH power 7 8 Add 90 ml 6tbsp water Cover FROZEN VEGETABLES Place in shallow micro safe dish Beans broad 450 g HIGH power 8 Beans green 450 g HIGH power 8 9 Brocolli 450 g HIGH power 9 Brussels Sprouts 450 g HIGH power ...

Page 51: ...thirds of the original cooking time i e 30 mins on MEDIUM power for 4 servings will become 15 20 mins on MEDIUM power for 2 servings Using Recipes from Other Books The best way to convert a family favourite dish is to find a similar recipe in a cookery book to give you a guide to the correct method and timings to use Many cookbooks refer to 650W ovens however since 1990 oven output powers have bee...

Page 52: ...pper 60 ml 4 tbsp single cream Cream of Mushroom Soup Serves 4 Dish 3 litre 6pt bowl Oven Accessory glass turntable 1 Place the butter and chopped onion in a large bowl Cover and cook on HIGH power for 3 mins or until soft 2 Add the stock mushrooms and bouquet garni Cover and cook on HIGH power for 15 20 mins or until mushrooms are soft 3 Remove the bouquet garni and blend the soup until smooth Mi...

Page 53: ... coarsely 3 Mix together meat onions garlic nuts peppercorns brandy basil parsley salt and pepper Bind together with the egg 4 Spread half the mixture in the dish Layer ham on top of the mixture and then spread remaining meat mixture on top Lay reserved bacon on top Cover with a piece of greaseproof paper 5 Cook on Combination CONVECTION 160 C WARM power for 40 mins or until firm Ingredients 250 g...

Page 54: ...ue 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 WHOLE FISH If cooking 2 whole fish together they should be arranged head to tail for even cooking Large whole fish must have the tail and head shielded halfway through cooking with smooth pieces of tin...

Page 55: ...essory glass turntable metal tray high rack 1 Cook potatoes with 45 ml 3 tbsp water covered on HIGH power for 6 8 mins or until cooked Drain 2 Place butter and onion in a bowl cover and cook on HIGH power for 4 mins or until soft Add potatoes and mash 3 Stir in tuna hard boiled egg parsley and lemon juice season well 4 Shape into 8 cakes and coat in beaten egg and breadcrumbs 5 Place on metal tray...

Page 56: ...Serves 6 Dish 3 litre 6 pt casserole Oven Accessory glass turntable 1 Skin the tomatoes and cut into four pieces removing the cores Place the oil and tomato puree in a large bowl heat on HIGH power for 1 min and mix well Add the onions and leek cook on HIGH power for 3 4 mins or until soft 2 Add the garlic tomatoes stock seasoning wine thyme orange peel saffron and chilli sauce Heat on HIGH power ...

Page 57: ...not allow foil to touch the walls of the oven How to roast a joint by Combination Place the joint on Low Rack in Metal Tray and place on Glass Turntable Guidelines TIPS Braised and stewed meat cooked in a microwave has a slightly firm texture and therefore it is essential to purchase good quality meats When cooking a casserole place a saucer or small upturned plate over the meat to keep it submerg...

Page 58: ...hen season and mix well 3 Pour into the dish and top with the garlic bread slices Cook on Combination TURBO BAKE 230 C GRILL 3 LOW power for 15 20 mins or until piping hot and golden Ingredients 4 chicken breast fillets skinned 100 g 4 oz creamed coconut 45 ml 3 tbsp lemon juice 30 ml 2 tbsp soy sauce 30 ml 2 tbsp vegetable oil 2 garlic cloves crushed 5 ml 1 tsp ground turmeric 5 ml 1 tsp five spi...

Page 59: ...opped 150 ml 1 4 pt cold water Casserole Pork with Herby Dumplings Serves 4 Dish large casserole and lid Oven Accessory glass turntable metal tray 1 Place oil onion green pepper and carrots in dish cover and cook on HIGH power for 5 mins or until soft 2 Toss pork in seasoned flour and add to onion mixture Stir in all other ingredients cover and cook on Combination CONVECTION 160 C WARM power for 1...

Page 60: ...asin Oven Accessory glass turntable 1 Combine all filling ingredients in casserole Place upturned plate on top of meat cover and cook on HIGH power for 10 mins then SIMMER power for 60 mins or until meat is tender Remove plate 2 Mix flour salt and suet together Mix to a firm dough with cold water 3 Roll out 3 4 of the pastry to line basin 4 Remove meat with a slotted spoon and fill basin Mix cornf...

Page 61: ...he dish with a layer of cheese sauce then a layer of lasagne followed by a layer of hot meat mixture Continue with a layer of lasagne then meat ending with a layer of cheese sauce 3 Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the top and cook on Combination CONVECTION 190 C SIMMER power for 20 25 mins or until the pasta is tender and brown and crisp on top Ingredients 1 medium onion chopped 2 carrots chopped 25...

Page 62: ...h Cover and cook on HIGH power for 3 mins 2 Blend in all the spices and cook on HIGH power for 2 mins 3 Stir in the flour and tomato puree Add all other ingredients including meat Blend in hot stock 4 Cover and cook on Combination CONVECTION 160 C WARM power for 1hr 1hr 30 mins or until meat is tender Serve with boiled rice and lemon or lime wedges and poppadoms Ingredients 1 aubergine sliced Salt...

Page 63: ...rdboiled eggs chopped Kedgeree Serves 4 Dish large casserole Oven Accessory glass turntable 1 Place the rice and chicken stock in casserole cover and cook on HIGH power for 15 17 mins or until tender 2 Place the fish in a shallow dish sprinkle with lemon juice cover and cook on HIGH power for 5 6 mins or until cooked Skin and flake 3 Place onion and oil in a small dish cover and cook on HIGH power...

Page 64: ... and dry 2 Cook the pasta in 600 ml 1 pt boiling water covered on HIGH power for 4 mins or until tender Drain 3 Place onion garlic and oil in a bowl cover and cook on HIGH power for 2 mins or until soft Add the remaining ingredients except the mozzarella tagliatelle and parmesan cheese cover and cook on HIGH power for 6 8 mins 4 Mix the drained pasta with the mozzarella Place in a casserole dish P...

Page 65: ...roissants 6 cheese slices 6 wafer thin slices of ham egg for glazing Ham and Cheese Croissants Serves 6 Oven Accessory glass turntable metal tray low rack 1 Preheat the oven on CONVECTION 180 C 2 Prepare croissants by placing a slice of cheese and ham on each piece of dough before rolling 3 Place on a round baking tray brush with egg and cook for 25 30 mins or until golden and cooked through Ingre...

Page 66: ... On 2 slices of the bread spread the untoasted sides with mustard and top with ham and cheese Cover with the other slices browned side uppermost 3 Place back on the high rack and cook on Combination GRILL 2 SIMMER power for 1 2 mins or until the cheese has melted Ingredients 175 g 6 oz quick cooking macaroni 40 g 11 2 oz butter 1 small onion finely chopped 100 g 4 oz bacon chopped 40 g 11 2 oz flo...

Page 67: ...er with microwave cling film or a lid Certain vegetables i e broccoli and asparagus should be arranged so that the tips are in the centre of the dish as these require less cooking Whole cauliflower should be cooked upside down on MEDIUM power for 10 mins approx with 90 ml 6 tbsp water Jacket Potatoes Varieties of potatoes vary in their suitability for cooking by microwave We recommend Maris Piper ...

Page 68: ... 150 g 5 oz blue cheese 225 g 8 oz Greek yoghurt 75 ml 5 tbsp double cream 50 g 2 oz brown breadcrumbs salt and pepper Leek Potato Gratin Serves 4 Dish 25 cm 10 flan dish Oven Accessory glass turntable metal tray low rack 1 Place the vegetables in a large bowl Add 90 ml 6 tbsp of water cover and cook on HIGH power for 10 12 mins or until the vegetables are softened 2 Crumble or finely chop the che...

Page 69: ...y made puff pastry 1 egg to glaze Roast Vegetable Parcels Serves 4 Dish round baking sheet Oven Accessory glass turntable metal tray low rack 1 Chop vegetables into 2 5 cm 1 chunks 2 Add garlic and oil mix thoroughly with mixed vegetables Place onto metal tray 3 Cook on TURBO BAKE 220 C GRILL 2 for 25 30 mins until vegetables are browned and al dente 4 Place the chopped tomatoes and puree in a hea...

Page 70: ... 23 cm 9 flan tin Oven Accessory glass turntable metal tray high rack 1 Preheat the oven on CONVECTION 200 C 2 Rub the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs Stir in the parmesan add 2 3 tbsps cold water and mix to a firm dough 3 Roll out and line the flan ring Prick the base with a fork and allow to rest for 15 mins 4 Cover the pastry with greaseproof add baking beans ...

Page 71: ... 3 mins Sauce should be smooth and glossy and coat the back of a spoon Stir 60 ml 4 tbsp chopped parsley and 15 ml 1 tbsp lemon juice into sauce halfway through cooking time Cook 1 small onion in the butter for 30 secs on HIGH power before adding the flour and milk Stir in 75 g 3 oz grated cheese at the end of cooking time Ingredients 30 ml 2 tbsp custard powder 15 ml 1 tbsp sugar 600 ml 1 pt cold...

Page 72: ... pastry strips with beaten egg and fold alternately over the mixture to form a plait 6 Glaze the complete plait with beaten egg Cook on Combination CONVECTION 230 C SIMMER power for 15 20 mins or until crisp and golden Ingredients 350 g 12 oz ready made shortcrust pastry beaten egg to glaze Filling 350 g 12 oz lean minced steak 1 medium onion chopped 450 ml 3 4 pt hot beef stock 15 ml 1 tbsp tomat...

Page 73: ...ding Serves 4 Dish 1 kg 2 lb loaf dish Oven Accessory glass turntable metal tray 1 Roll out pastry to approx 23 x 32 cm 9 x 13 2 Spread the jam over the pastry leaving 1cm 1 2 border all round Brush the edges with milk and roll the pastry up evenly starting at one short side and sealing the edges well 3 Brush top with milk and place in loaf dish Preheat oven on Convection 210 C Cook on Combination...

Page 74: ...uree 2 Stir in juice rind and mixed fruit Cook on HIGH power for 2 mins Stir in brandy and treacle Stand for 5 mins Beat in rest of ingredients 3 Press into the pudding basin Cover with greaseproof paper and cook on HIGH power for 4 mins Stand for 5 mins Cook on HIGH power for another 2 mins or until just firm N B One of the advantages of using your microwave to make this traditional pudding is th...

Page 75: ... oz plain chocolate 30 ml 2 tbsp milk 175 g 6 oz margarine 175 g 6 oz light muscovado sugar 2 eggs 175 g 6 oz fresh white breadcrumbs 30 ml 2 tbsp cocoa powder Sauce 225 g 8 oz vanilla flavoured toffees 150 ml 1 4 pt milk 15 g 1 2 oz butter Chocolate Saucy Pudding with toffee sauce Dish 1 2 litre 2 pt pudding basin Oven Accessory glass turntable 1 Line the base of a 1 2 litre 2 pt pudding basin wi...

Page 76: ...orizontally and sandwich together with cream and jam and dust with icing sugar or fill with a filling of your choice Ingredients 225 g 8 oz plain flour pinch salt 10 ml 2 tsp ground ginger 10 ml 2 tsp baking powder 3 ml 1 2 tsp bicarbonate of soda 100 g 4 oz soft brown sugar 75 g 3 oz butter or margarine 75 g 3 oz treacle 75 g 3 oz golden syrup 150 ml 1 4 pt milk 1 egg beaten Gingerbread Dish 18 c...

Page 77: ...eased Oven Accessory glass turntable metal tray low rack 1 Place the flour oats and sugar in a bowl and rub in the butter Press the mixture into the greased dish and press until smooth 2 Cook on HIGH power for 3 mins or until firm Allow to cool 3 Place the butter in a small bowl and cook on HIGH power for 30 60 seconds or until melted 4 Mix all the topping ingredients together 5 Pour over the base...

Page 78: ...d in the recipe WE DO NOT RECOMMEND THAT YOU USE YOUR MICROWAVE TO STERILISE BABIES BOTTLES See details on page 37 DO NOT SEAL PRESERVING JARS IN YOUR MICROWAVE SETTING POINT To determine whether setting point is reached place a couple of drops of jam or marmalade on a cold saucer put one in the fridge whilst making the jam Leave to cool The jam should wrinkle on the surface when your finger pushe...

Page 79: ...nction Why A It is essential that your oven is wiped out regularly particularly after cooking by COMBINATION or GRILL Any fat and grease that builds up will begin to smoke if not cleaned Model NN A774 stainless steel can not be built in no Trim Kit is available 1 In case of fitting into an oven housing please use Panasonic s Trim Kit NN TKA70W White NN TKA70M Silver NN TKA70A Aluminum 2 Microwave ...

Page 80: ... will help to save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment which could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling Please contact your local authority for further details of your nearest designated collection point Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste in accordance with national legislation For business use...

Page 81: ...r order spares direct on line at www panasonic co uk E00036R00BP M0304 0 Printed in the UK For COOKERY ADVICE call 01344 862108 Monday Friday 9 30 am 1 pm 2 5 pm Home Economists will provide friendly guidance on queries relating to recipes and cooking in your microwave ...

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