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Operating Instructions & Cookery Book

Microwave Oven

Model No.

NN-

CT579S

For domestic use only

Important safety instructions

Please read carefully and keep for future reference

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Page 1: ...s Cookery Book Microwave Oven Model No NN CT579S For domestic use only Important safety instructions Please read carefully and keep for future reference IP2784_37X60BP_00_091016 pdf 1 2009 10 16 15 41 39 NN CT562M NN CT552W ...

Page 2: ...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 47 55 of this book ALWAYS check the progress of the food as it cooks or reheats by simply opening the door and after checking the progress of the foods press...

Page 3: ...ponsible for their safety concerning the use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved Children shall not play with the appliance Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children less than 8 years When this oven is installed it should be easy to isolate the appliance from the electricit...

Page 4: ...trol panel housing safety interlock switches or any other part of the oven Do not remove the outer panel from the oven which gives protection against exposure to microwave energy Repairs should only be Liquids and other foods must not be heated in sealed containers since they are liable to explode Warning Do not place this oven near an electric or gas cooker range Warning Only allow children to us...

Page 5: ... plastic or paper containers check the oven frequently as these types of containers ignite if overheated oven press Stop Cancel pad and leave Disconnect the power cord or shut off power at fuse or circuit breaker panel When heating liquids e g soup sauces and beverages in your oven overheating the liquid beyond boiling point can occur without evidence of bubbling This could result in a sudden boil...

Page 6: ... the inside of the oven door seals and door seal areas regularly When food splatters or spilled liquids adhere to the oven walls door seals and door seal areas wipe off with a damp cloth Mild detergent may be used if they get very dirty The use of harsh detergent or abrasive is not recommended DO NOT USE COMMERCIAL OVEN CLEANERS When using the GRILL COMBINATION or Convection mode some foods may in...

Page 7: ... oven under adult supervision due to the temperatures generated This oven is intended for counter top use only It is not intended for Built in use or for use inside a cupboard A steam cleaner is not to be used for cleaning Do not use harsh abrasive cleaners or sharp metal scrapers to clean the oven door glass since they can scratch the surface which may result in shattering of the glass Exterior o...

Page 8: ...g the door and when inserting or removing food and accessories This appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remote control system Only use utensils that are suitable for use in microwave ovens ...

Page 9: ...at www theideaskitchen co uk Home Appliance Innovation Centre Panasonic Consumer ElectronicsU K WilloughbyRoad Bracknell Berks RG128FP When writing be sure to state your model number and daytime telephone number Contents Safety information 8 Unpacking your oven 9 Placement of oven 9 10 n o i t u a C Before using your oven 10 Care and cleaning 11 12 e c n a n e t n i a M Parts of your oven 13 14 Im...

Page 10: ...he wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED When this oven is installed it should be easy to isolate the appliance from the electricity supply by pulling out the plug or operating a circ...

Page 11: ...ble for countertop use only It is not suitable for built in use or use within a cupboard 2 3 4 5 Do not use outdoors Placement of your oven IP3279_37X62BP_3P_101009 pdf 1 2010 10 9 11 24 39 Oven must be placed on a flat stable surface 850 mm 34 above floor For proper operation the oven must sufficient air flow At least 15 cm 6 should be clear over the top of the oven 10 cm 4 at rear 5 cm 2 at one ...

Page 12: ...ration when empty will damage the appliance Before using your oven 1 Hot surfaces Exterior oven surfaces including air vents on the cabinet and the oven door will get hot during CONVECTION COMBINATION and GRILLING Use care when opening or closing door and when inserting or removing food and accessories The oven has a heater situated in the top of the oven After using the CONVECTION COMBINATION and...

Page 13: ...nd in no way indicates a malfunction of the unit or microwave leakage 7 It is occasionally necessary to remove the glass turntable for cleaning Wash the turntable in warm soapy water Do not place in the dishwasher 8 The roller ring and oven cavity floor should be cleaned regularly to avoid excessive noise Simply wipe the bottom surface of the oven particularly the turntable spindle and the area su...

Page 14: ...eals and door seal areas should always be kept clean use a damp cloth N B The appliance should be inspected for damage to the door seals and door seal areas If these areas are damaged the appliance should not be operated until it has been repaired by a service technician trained by the manufacturer 3 Oven light The oven lamp must be replaced by a service technician trained by the manufacturer DO N...

Page 15: ...ht of food and dish 7 While cooking by MICROWAVE or COMBINATION turntable may vibrate This will not affect cooking performance 8 The metal accessories provided must ONLY be used as directed for GRILLING CONVECTION and COMBINATION cooking Never use them on MICROWAVE only Do not use if operating the oven with less than 200 g 7 oz of food on a manual COMBINATION program FAILURE TO USE ACCESSORIES COR...

Page 16: ...lass turntable for cooking Door release pad Push to open the door Opening the door during cooking will stop the cooking process without cancelling the program Cooking resumes as soon as the door is closed and Start is pressed The oven light will turn on and stay on whenever the door is opened Door safety lock system Heating elements Microwave feed guide Do not remove See through oven window Extern...

Page 17: ...could catch fire and possibly damage the interior of the oven 1 Small quantities of food Take care when heating small quantities of food as these can easily burn dry out or catch fire if cooked too long Always set short cooking times and check the food frequently NEVER OPERATE THE OVEN WITHOUT FOOD INSIDE ON MICROWAVE OR COMBINATION 2 Foods low in moisture Take care when heating foods low in moist...

Page 18: ...fry in your oven 9 Meat thermometer Use a meat thermometer to check the degree of cooking of roasts and poultry only when meat has been removed from the microwave If undercooked return to the oven and cook for a few more minutes at the recommended power level Do not leave a conventional meat thermometer in the oven when microwaving 10 Paper plastic When heating food in plastic or paper containers ...

Page 19: ...this time 16 Containers Before use check that utensils containers are suitable for use in microwave ovens See page 24 17 Babies bottles and food jars When reheating babies bottles always remove top and teat Liquid at the top of the bottle will be much hotter than that at the bottom and must be shaken thoroughly before checking the temperature The lid must also be removed from babies food jars the ...

Page 20: ...s heat spreads through the food by conduction just as in a traditional oven the food cooks from the outside inwards IMPORTANT NOTES The dish used to cook or reheat the food will get warm during cooking as the heat conducts from the food Even when microwaving oven gloves are required MICROWAVES CANNOT PASS THROUGH METAL AND THEREFORE METAL COOKING UTENSILS CAN NEVER BE USED IN A MICROWAVE FOR COOKI...

Page 21: ...RICH DENSE CAKES Stand 15 20 mins FISH Stand 2 3 mins EGG DISHES Stand 1 2 mins PRECOOKED CONVENIENCE FOODS Stand for 1 2 mins PLATED MEALS Stand for 1 2 mins VEGETABLES Boiled potatoes benefit from standing for 1 2 mins however most other types of vegetables can be served immediately DEFROSTING It is essential to allow standing time to complete the process This can vary from 5 mins e g raspberrie...

Page 22: ... dry out further during storage and cooking times may differ from ingredients freshly purchased Cling film Cling film helps keep the food moist and the trapped steam assists in speeding up cooking times However it should be pierced before cooking to allow excess steam to escape Always take care when removing cling film from a dish as the build up of steam will be very hot Always purchase cling fil...

Page 23: ...tions Spacing Foods cook more quickly and evenly if spaced apart NEVER pile foods on top of each other Shape Even shapes cook evenly Food cooks better by microwave when in a round container rather than a square container Density Porous airy foods heat more quickly than dense heavy foods IP2784_37X60BP_00_091016 pdf 17 2009 10 16 15 41 42 ...

Page 24: ...are to the outside Starting temperature Food temperature should be between 5 8oc before cooking 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 Remove metal spoon when microwaving IP2784_37X60BP_00_0...

Page 25: ...s checked during and after a recommended cooking time even if an AUTO PROGRAM has been used just as you would check food cooked in a conventional oven Return the food to the oven for further cooking if necessary Cleaning As microwaves work on food particles keep your oven clean at all times Stubborn spots of food can be removed by using a branded oven cleaner sprayed onto a soft cloth always wipe ...

Page 26: ...ing the success or failure of your cooking Testing dishes for suitability for microwave cooking only Oven glass Everyday glass that is heat resistant e g Pyrex is ideal for Microwave Convection or Combination cooking DO NOT USE FOR GRILLING Do not use delicate glass or lead crystal which may crack or arc China and ceramic Everyday glazed china porcelain or ceramic plates bowls mugs and cups can be...

Page 27: ...ed by microwave It is also useful for covering food to be cooked but care should be taken to avoid the film being in direct contact with the food DO NOT USE ON ANY OTHER COOKING MODE Roasting bags Roasting bags are useful when slit up one side to tent a joint for roasting by power and time Do not use the metal twists supplied when using Microwave or Combination Containers to use Aluminium foil Sma...

Page 28: ...s and for covering bacon to prevent splattering ONLY USE FOR SHORT COOKING TIMES NEVER RE USE A PIECE OF KITCHEN TOWEL ALWAYS USE A FRESH PIECE OF PAPER FOR EACH DISH Avoid kitchen paper containing manmade fibres If you are using branded re cycled kitchen towel check first that it is recommended for microwave use Do not use waxed or plastic coated cups or plates as the finish may melt Greaseproof ...

Page 29: ...tions and the time of day will appear in the display 15 Start pad Press to start operating the oven If during cooking the door is opened or Stop Cancel pad is pressed once Start pad has to be pressed again to continue cooking 1 2 14 13 12 15 7 10 6 5 Beep sound A beep sounds when a pad is pressed If this beep does not sound the setting is incorrect When the oven changes from one function to anothe...

Page 30: ...o 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 Microwave Pad once and then Stop Cancel 4 times Demo mode press any key will appear To cancel press the Microwave Pad once and then Stop Cancel 4 times 7 C...

Page 31: ...e Selecting microwave 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 24 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...

Page 32: ... 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 Default weight is g 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 Defrost With this feature you can defrost frozen foods...

Page 33: ...essary to cover the foods The CHAOS Theory principle is used in Auto Weight defrost programs to give you a quick and more even defrost The CHAOS system uses a random sequence of pulsing microwave energy which speeds up the defrosting process During the program the oven will beep to remind you to check the food IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT YOU TURN AND STIR THE FOOD FREQUENTLY AND SHIELD IF NECESSARY See b...

Page 34: ...low 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 SUITABLE FOR CREAM CAKES OR DESSERTS e g cheesecake Category 2Meat items mince chops chicken portions It is necessary for mince to be broken up frequently during defrosting and this is best carried out in a large shal...

Page 35: ...ven although the light will remain on and the turntable will turn The automatic stand times ensure a more even defrost but it is still necessary to allow for standing time before use Place foods in a suitable container Meat joints and chickens should be placed on an upturned saucer Defrosting using defrost power time Turn dense foods and meat 2 3 times during defrosting Separate chops and small it...

Page 36: ...ins Place in a suitable dish in a single layer 10 mins 450g 1lb Turn twice Shield if necessary s n i m 5 1 h s i d e l b a t i u s a n i e c a l P s n i m 2 1 k a e t s g n i w e t S 450g 1lb Break up frequently Whole chicken 13 15 mins Place in a suitable dish on an upturned saucer 60 mins 450g 1lb or use a rack Turn 3 4 times Shield Chicken portions 10 12 mins Place in a suitable dish in a singl...

Page 37: ... s n i m 0 1 e l b a t n r u t e h t n o e c a l P s n i m 5 d e c i l s d a e r B 400g 14oz Separate and rearrange during defrosting s n i m 2 1 n o e l b a t n r u t e h t n o e c a l P c e s 0 5 0 3 d a e r b f o e c i l S 30g 1oz a piece of kitchen paper Pastry 5 1 2 s n i m 5 1 0 1 e t a l p a n o e c a l P s n i m 500g 1lb Turn over half way s n i m 0 1 h s i d e l b a t i u s a n i e c a l ...

Page 38: ... the cooking program will start Set the desired cooking program by selecting cooking option and time required Then press the Stand or Timer pad Set desired standing time max 9hrs 59 mins 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 door is ...

Page 39: ...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 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 foods the cooking times will be similar to traditional grilling Most foods will require turning halfway th...

Page 40: ...rntable should be in position with the metal tray and the wire 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 mu...

Page 41: ...e is 9 hours 59 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 cancelled Then if the t...

Page 42: ... many foods The microwave power cooks them quickly whilst the oven or grill gives the traditional browning and crispness All this happens simultaneously resulting in most foods being cooked in 1 2 2 3 of the conventional cooking time There is no need to preheat on COMBINATION programs EXCEPT when cooking pastry It is possible to use smooth seamed metal tins and foil containers on COMBINATION but t...

Page 43: ...e oven after preheating just open the door using the Door Release pad because if 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 Containers to use DO NOT use plastic MICROWAVE containers on Combination Programs unless suitable for combination cooking Dishes must be able to withstand the heat of the top grill Do...

Page 44: ...nation program or follow recipe guidelines Press Combination pad The grill and convection symbols will appear and flash Press to select oven temperature The oven starts at 150 C and then for each press the temperature will count up in 10 C stages to 220 C then to 100 C 110 C etc The grill symbol will disappear and the convection symbol will stop flashing The microwave symbol appears and starts to ...

Page 45: ...ss turntable Alternatively they can be placed in a heatproof dish on the metal tray on the glass turntable Recipes using foil or metal containers e g cakes and pastries should be placed directly onto the metal tray on glass turntable Oven accessories to use When using Combination cooking the glass turntable should be in position and must have the metal tray on top unless otherwise stated Combinati...

Page 46: ... TURNING OR STIRRING FOODS AS THE ACCESSORIES AND SURROUNDING OVEN WILL GET VERY HOT Foods should always be cooked until browned and piping hot Combination 1 Convection and Microwave Press Combination pad first then select CONVECTION temperature Lastly select Microwave Power and set cooking time e s U r e w o P e v a w o r c i M e r u t a r e p m e t n e v O Nuggets sausage rolls e i p e l p p a M...

Page 47: ... symbols will appear and flash Select Grill Power Press once for Grill 1 High twice for Grill 2 Medium or three times for Grill 3 Low The convection symbol will disappear 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 Po...

Page 48: ...re wiped with a cloth squeezed in hot soapy water to remove any grease DO NOT PUT ACCESSORIES IN THE DISHWASHER Food should be placed directly onto the wire 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 wire rack Oven accessories to use When using Combination cooking the glass turntable...

Page 49: ...uld always be cooked until browned and piping hot 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 NOTE When placing food in the oven after preheating just open the door using the Door Release pad because if STOP CANCEL pad is pressed the program may be cancelled Then if the time wa...

Page 50: ...ting 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 up down Enter the weight by pressing the up and down pads Press Start Start When you select an automatic program symbols will appear in the display to show the cooking mode that will be used and the accessories that are needed in addition...

Page 51: ...d to take the guesswork out of cooking or reheating your food They must ONLY be used for the foods described 1 Only cook foods within the weight ranges described see table below 2 Only use the accessories as indicated on pages 50 52 3 DO NOT cover food unless stated as programs 7 10 use a Combination of Microwave and Convection and it will prevent the food browning The heat will also melt any plas...

Page 52: ...eating a chilled chinese style 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 serving This program is for reheating a chilled pasta convenience meal that can be stirred Foods must be in a suitable microwaveable contain...

Page 53: ...T 7 Jacket potatoes C 5 Fresh fish M 6 Fresh vegetables M To cook FRESH fish Shield the thinner portions Place in a shallow container on turntable Add 15 ml 1tbsp liquid Cover with pierced cling film or lid Press the pad once Enter the weight Press START To cook FRESH vegetables Place prepared vegetables into a shallow container on turntable Add 90 ml 6tbsp of water Cover with pierced cling film o...

Page 54: ...products e g Hash browns croquettes etc that are suitable for GRILLING Press the pad Press the start pad to pre heat the oven After pre heating beeps sound and P will flash in the display Spread potato products out on metal tray on wire rack on glass turntable Enter the weight Press START Turn during cooking For best results cook in a single layer 8 Frozen potato products C NOTE Potato products va...

Page 55: ... the preparation and storage of the food then cooking or reheating presents no safety risks Foods that cannot be stirred should be cut with a knife to test that they are adequately heated throughout Even if a manufacturer s instructions or the times in the cookbook have been followed it is still important to check the food is heated thoroughly If in doubt always return to the oven for further rehe...

Page 56: ...heating and again at the end and tested carefully before feeding a baby See page 55 For 7 8 fl oz of milk from fridge temperature remove top and teat Heat on HIGH power for 25 30 secs CHECK CAREFULLY For 3 fl oz of milk from fridge temperature remove top and teat Heat on HIGH power for 10 15 secs CHECK CAREFULLY N B Liquid at top of bottle will be much hotter than at bottom and bottle must be shak...

Page 57: ... 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 Place on micro safe plate on turntable Do not cover Place on heatproof plate on turntable Do not cover Place on micro safe plate on turntable Do not cover Place on heatproof plate on turntable Do not cover Place on micro safe plate on turntable Do not cove...

Page 58: ... FOR CHECKING Always check that food is piping hot after reheating in the microwave If unsure return to oven Foods will still require a STAND TIME especially if they cannot be stirred The denser the food the longer the stand time Time to Select approx 2 mins 3 mins 3 4 mins 2 mins 30 secs 4 mins 2 mins 3 mins 3 4 mins 4 mins 2 mins 30 secs 2 mins 1 min 30 secs to 2 mins Power Level HIGH HIGH HIGH ...

Page 59: ...S MILK from the fridge Place in a heatproof mug or jug on turntable Stir before during and after reheating POINTS FOR CHECKING Always check that food is piping hot after reheating in the microwave If unsure return to oven Foods will still require a STAND TIME especially if they cannot be stirred The denser the food the longer the stand time Time to Select approx 3 mins 2 mins 2 mins 30 secs 5 mins...

Page 60: ...re rack on metal tray on turntable Do not cover POINTS FOR CHECKING Always check that food is piping hot after reheating in the microwave If unsure return to oven Foods will still require a STAND TIME especially if they cannot be stirred The denser the food the longer the stand time Time to Select approx 6 8 mins 10 15 mins 3 mins 8 mins 1 2 mins 6 7 mins 3 4 mins 6 7 mins 5 6 mins 12 mins 4 5 min...

Page 61: ...turntable Do not cover POINTS FOR CHECKING Always check that food is piping hot after reheating in the microwave If unsure return to oven Foods will still require a STAND TIME especially if they cannot be stirred The denser the food the longer the stand time Time to Select approx 8 9 mins 10 20 secs 2 3 mins 4 5 mins 3 4 mins 10 11 mins 5 mins 2 3 mins 10 12 mins 1 min 30 secs 2 mins 1 min 20 secs...

Page 62: ...ways check that food is piping hot after reheating in the microwave If unsure return to oven Foods will still require a STAND TIME especially if they cannot be stirred The denser the food the longer the stand time Time to Select approx 15 mins 3 4 mins 13 15 mins 5 7 mins 13 15 mins 8 10 mins 15 mins 10 mins 6 8 mins 12 14 mins Power Level Convection 220 C HIGH power or Combi 220 C SIMMER power ME...

Page 63: ...CKING Always check that food is piping hot after reheating in the microwave If unsure return to oven Foods will still require a STAND TIME especially if they cannot be stirred The denser the food the longer the stand time Time to Select approx 18 mins 8 mins 8 9 mins 22 25 mins 10 12 mins 7 8 mins 18 mins 10 mins 6 8 mins 20 25 mins Power Level GRILL 1 DEFROST power then HIGH power or Combi 220 C ...

Page 64: ... destroy toxic enzymes POINTS FOR CHECKING Always check that food is piping hot after reheating in the microwave If unsure return to oven Foods will still require a STAND TIME especially if they cannot be stirred The denser the food the longer the stand time Time mins 15 20 mins 10 12 mins 4 6 mins or 45 secs per rasher 10 12 mins 4 5 mins 15 18 mins 10 mins 25 30 mins 10 mins 40 mins 10 15 mins 1...

Page 65: ...fway BEEFBURGERS Frozen from raw Caution Hot fat Remove grill accessory with care Place on micro safe rack or plate on turntable Cover Place on wire rack on metal tray on turntable Turn halfway POINTS FOR CHECKING Always check that food is piping hot after reheating in the microwave If unsure return to oven Foods will still require a STAND TIME especially if they cannot be stirred The denser the f...

Page 66: ... wire rack on metal tray on turntable Place in micro safe dish on turntable Cover Place on upturnted saucer on metal tray on turntable Start cooking breast side down Turn halfway DO NOT COVER Time mins 12 14 mins 30 35 mins 12 14 mins 25 30 mins 15 17 mins 16 18 mins 15 20 mins 15 20 mins 15 mins 18 mins 25 35 mins 8 9 mins per 450g 13 15 mins per 450g Time mins MEDIUM power or GRILL 1 or MEDIUM p...

Page 67: ...FOR CHECKING Always check that food is piping hot after reheating in the microwave If unsure return to oven Foods will still require a STAND TIME especially if they cannot be stirred The denser the food the longer the stand time Time mins 40 secs 50 secs 1 min 1 min 10 secs 1 min 30 secs 1min 30 secs 2 mins 1min 50 secs 30 secs 20 secs 50 secs 30 secs 1min 20 secs 30 secs 10 15 mins 10 12 mins 3 5...

Page 68: ... in micro safe dish Add 30 ml of liquid Cover Place bag sauce side down on a plate Slash top POINTS FOR CHECKING Always check that food is piping hot after reheating in the microwave If unsure return to oven Foods will still require a STAND TIME especially if they cannot be stirred The denser the food the longer the stand time Time mins 3 4 mins 12 16 mins 4 5 mins 14 mins 12 15 mins 14 16 mins 15...

Page 69: ...able Stir halfway Place in micro safe dish on turntable Stir halfway Cover Place in casserole with lid on metal tray on turntable POINTS FOR CHECKING Always check that food is piping hot after reheating in the microwave If unsure return to oven Foods will still require a STAND TIME especially if they cannot be stirred The denser the food the longer the stand time Time mins 5 6 mins 4 5 mins 4 5 mi...

Page 70: ...wire rack on metal tray on turntable Do not cover POINTS FOR CHECKING Always check that food is piping hot after reheating in the microwave If unsure return to oven Foods will still require a STAND TIME especially if they cannot be stirred The denser the food the longer the stand time Time mins 8 10 mins 10 12 mins 8 10 mins 10 12 mins 3 4 mins 7 8 mins 10 14 mins 4 6 mins 8 12 mins 6 8 mins 8 min...

Page 71: ...ilk Stir halfway Add 4 cups of water or milk Stir halfway POINTS FOR CHECKING Always check that food is piping hot after reheating in the microwave If unsure return to oven Foods will still require a STAND TIME especially if they cannot be stirred The denser the food the longer the stand time Time mins 10 12 mins 10 12 mins 15 20 mins 13 14 mins per 450 g 17 19 mins per 450 g 15 mins then 15 20 mi...

Page 72: ... in the microwave If unsure return to oven Foods will still require a STAND TIME especially if they cannot be stirred The denser the food the longer the stand time Time mins 15 18 mins 12 15 mins 10 12 mins 8 9 mins 10 15 mins 12 13 mins 15 20 mins 14 18 mins 20 25 mins 20 25 mins 5 mins 35 mins 30 35 mins Choice of Cooking Modes GRILL 1 GRILL 1 GRILL 1 or Combi GRILL 1 MEDIUM power MEDIUM power H...

Page 73: ...be stirred The denser the food the longer the stand time Time mins 17 18 mins 12 14 mins per 450 g 5 8 mins 5 6 mins 7 mins 12 15 mins 8 mins 8 9 mins 7 9 mins 7 9 mins 10 12 mins 5 mins Choice of Cooking Modes GRILL 1 Combi 190 C SIMMER power HIGH power HIGH power HIGH power MEDIUM power HIGH power HIGH power HIGH power HIGH power HIGH power HIGH power Weight Quantity 454 g 8 450 g 450 g 450 g 45...

Page 74: ...stirred The denser the food the longer the stand time Time mins 6 7 mins 7 8 mins 5 mins 6 7 mins 4 6 mins 7 9 mins 5 6 mins 5 mins 15 mins 8 mins 20 mins 13 mins 25 mins 18 20 mins 30 mins 7 mins 8 12 mins Choice of Cooking Modes HIGH power HIGH power HIGH power HIGH power HIGH power HIGH power HIGH power HIGH power or Combi 220 C SIMMERpower HIGH power or Combi 220 C SIMMERpower HIGH power or Co...

Page 75: ...onger the stand time Time mins 8 mins 8 9 mins 9 mins 9 10 mins 5 6 mins 8 mins 10 mins 6 7 mins 8 9 mins 7 mins 15 20 mins Choice of Cooking Modes HIGH power HIGH power HIGH power HIGH power HIGH power HIGH power HIGH power HIGH power HIGH power HIGH power 220 C Weight Quantity 450 g 450 g 450 g 450 g 450 g 450 g 450 g 450 g 450 g 450 g 450 g Food Beans broad Beans green Brocolli Brussels sprouts...

Page 76: ...king 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 been set by a new standard IE...

Page 77: ...d orange juice Stir in the crème fraiche and season to taste Cover and cook on MEDIUM power for 3 4 mins or until piping hot 6 Garnish with fresh chives Ingredients 15 ml 1 tbsp olive oil 1 medium onion coarsely chopped 2 cloves garlic crushed 700 g 1 1 2 lb sweet potatoes peeled and chopped 1 large red pepper deseeded and chopped 725 ml 1 1 4 pints vegetable stock 150 ml 1 4 pt coconut milk salt ...

Page 78: ...on CONVECTION 200 C with metal tray and baking sheet 4 Stir nuts cheese olives sun dried tomatoes and capers into onion mixture Season well 5 Place pastry circles on the baking sheet and prick with a fork 6 Divide the onion mixture among the pastry circles 7 Cook on CONVECTION 220 C for 10 mins Baked stuffed tomatoes Serves 4 Dish Shallow heatproof dish Oven accessory glass turntable metal tray 1 ...

Page 79: ... finely chopped 2 cloves garlic 100 g 4 oz pistachio nuts shelled 15 ml 1 tbsp green peppercorns 30 ml 2 tbsp brandy 5 ml 1 tsp dried basil 15 ml 1 tbsp parsley chopped salt and pepper 1 egg beaten 225 g 8 oz thick slice of ham cut into thin strips Goats cheese basil ciabatta Serves 4 Oven accessory glass turntable metal tray wire rack 1 Halve the rolls rub each half with garlic and place on the w...

Page 80: ...ecured with cocktail sticks Arranging Thin fillets of fish i e plaice should be rolled up prior to cooking to avoid overcooking on the thinner outside edge and tail Fish steaks should be arranged in a circle thicker part to the outside Cover with cling film or lid Liquid Fresh fish should always be sprinkled with 30 ml 2 tbsp of lemon juice white wine or water When cooking frozen fish add liquid a...

Page 81: ...50 ml 3 4 pt milk 300 ml 1 2 pt white wine 450 g 1 lb mixed seafood 6 gherkins diced 15 ml 1 tbsp fresh parsley 10 ml 2 tsp dill salt and pepper Rosti topping 450 g 1 lb peeled potatoes 15 ml 1 tbsp capers 50 g 2 oz butter melted 50 g 2 oz cheddar cheese grated Special occasion fish pie Serves 4 Dish gratin dish Oven accessory glass turntable metal tray 1 Place the white fish with 2 tbsp water in ...

Page 82: ...ver vegetables and salmon 4 Melt extra butter in a small bowl on HIGH power for approx 15 20 secs Stir in breadcrumbs parsley and paprika Sprinkle over vegetable mixture 5 Cook on Combination 220 C LOW power for 10 12 mins or until golden brown Stuffed citrus trout Serves 4 Oven accessory glass turntable metal tray and wire rack 1 Wash the fish and pat dry Fill the fish cavities with the combined ...

Page 83: ...p Cook on GRILL 1 for 5 6 mins or until brown and crisp Ingredients 225 g 8 oz tomatoes 125 ml 4 fl oz olive oil 30 ml 2 tbsp tomato puree 2 onions chopped 1 large leek sliced 4 garlic cloves crushed 1 2 ltr 2 pt fish stock salt and black pepper 150 ml 1 4 pt dry white wine 4 sprigs thyme small piece of orange peel 4 strands saffron 5 ml 1 tsp chilli sauce 450 g 1 lb cod haddock or coley 450 g 1 l...

Page 84: ...ays easier to carve after STANDING and the meat will continue to cook during the STAND TIME Bone Bone tips on legs of lamb and crown roasts may need shielding when cooked by microwave to prevent overcooking Guidelines Turning Joints and poultry should be turned over halfway through cooking Shielding Large joints may need shielding with pieces of smooth aluminium foil after half the cooking time to...

Page 85: ... microwave To roast basic joints of meat place the joint onto the rack of a microwave roasting set and cover with a dome lid Alternatively use a large shallow dish and place the joint on an upturned saucer and cover with cling film Roasting bags Roasting bags are useful when split up one side to tent a joint for roasting by power and time Do not use the metal twists supplied How to cook small cuts...

Page 86: ...pice powder 5 ml 1 tsp coriander seeds 5 ml 1 tsp cumin seeds 90 ml 6 tbsp peanut butter large pinch of chilli powder Chicken satay Serves 4 6 Dish 8 wooden skewers Oven accessory glass turntable metal tray wire rack 1 Cut the chicken into small chunks and place in a bowl Place 50 g 2 oz creamed coconut 30 ml 2 tbsp lemon juice and 15 ml 1 tbsp soy sauce into a blender or food processor Add the oi...

Page 87: ...um onion chopped 1 green pepper deseeded and chopped 225 g 8 oz carrots sliced 450 g 1 lb lean pork cubed 30 ml 2 tbsp seasoned flour 5 ml 1 tsp ground bay leaves 5 ml 1 tsp dried sage salt and pepper 300 ml 1 2 pt dry cider Dumplings 175 g 6 oz self raising flour 75 g 3 oz suet pinch of salt 5 ml 1 tsp mustard powder 15 ml 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped 150 ml 1 4 pt cold water Casserole pork with ...

Page 88: ...at oven on CONVECTION 220 C 2 Sift flour and salt in a bowl Add egg and half the liquid Beat until smooth Gradually stir in remaining liquid 3 Put oil in tin with sausages on metal tray Cook on CONVECTION 220 C for 15 mins 4 Pour in the batter and cook for 30 35 mins on CONVECTION 220 C or until the batter is well risen and golden brown Ingredients 350 g 12 oz leeks trimmed 25 g 1 oz butter 30 ml ...

Page 89: ...d thinly 1 clove garlic crushed 30 ml 2 tbsp seasoned flour 15 ml 1 tbsp brown sugar 300 ml 1 2 pt hot beef stock 300 ml 1 2 pt light ale 15 ml 1 tbsp wine vinegar 5 ml 1 tsp mixed herbs 2 bay leaves Topping 8 x 2 5 cm 1 slices of French bread 15 ml 1 tbsp French mustard 60 ml 4 tbsp butter softened 1 clove garlic crushed Belgian beef casserole Serves 4 Dish large casserole with lid Oven accessory...

Page 90: ...ion chopped 2 carrots chopped 25 g 1 oz butter 350 g 12 oz cold cooked beef or lamb minced 300 ml 1 2 pt hot beef stock 3 ml 1 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce 15 ml 1 tbsp gravy thickening 5 ml 1 tsp tomato puree salt and pepper 675 g 11 2 lb potatoes cubed 135 ml 9 tbsp water 30 ml 2 tbsp milk 25 g 1 oz cheese Shepherd s pie Serves 4 Dish medium casserole Oven accessory glass turntable metal tray 1 Pl...

Page 91: ...iander 3 ml 1 2 tsp chilli powder ground cardamom ground cloves 15 ml 1 tbsp garam marsala 15 ml 1 tbsp ground turmeric 5 ml 1 tsp ground cumin 30 ml 2 tbsp flour 15 ml 1 tbsp tomato puree 450 g 1 lb shoulder of lamb cubed juice of 1 lemon 5 ml 1 tsp sugar 25 g 1 oz sultanas pinch of salt 450 ml 3 4 pt hot stock Madras curry Serves 4 Dish large casserole dish with lid Oven accessory glass turntabl...

Page 92: ...ream and cheese together and pour over lamb Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and cook on Combination CONVECTION 190 C SIMMER power for 15 20 mins or until topping is puffed and golden Ingredients 4 chicken joints skinned Marinade 2 cloves garlic crushed 25 g 1 oz fresh root ginger grated 10 ml 2 tbsp ground coriander 5 ml 1 tbsp ground cumin 5 ml 1 tbsp ground cinnamon 5 ml 1 tbsp tumeric 3 ml 1 2 ts...

Page 93: ...as evaporated 5 Add the lentil mixture and cashew nuts to the cooked rice and mix thoroughly Reheat on HIGH power if necessary Garnish and serve Ingredients 175 g 6 oz easycook brown rice 450 ml 3 4 pt hot chicken stock 450 g 1 lb smoked haddock 30 ml 2 tbsp lemon juice 1 medium onion chopped 15 ml 1 tbsp oil 150 ml 1 4 pt soured cream 15 ml 1 tbsp curry paste 100 g 4 oz frozen peas 30 ml 2 tbsp p...

Page 94: ...w dish Sprinkle the top with cheese 5 Cook on Combination CONVECTION 220 C LOW power for 10 15 mins or until golden brown Ingredients 1 large aubergine cubed salt 350 g 12 oz tagliatelle fresh 1 onion 1 clove garlic crushed 15 ml 1 tbsp olive oil 397 g 14 oz tin of chopped tomatoes 5 ml 1 tsp basil 15 ml 1 tbsp tomato puree 15 g 1 2 oz butter salt and pepper 8 10 black olives stoned 100 g 4 oz moz...

Page 95: ... prepare couscous Place 300 ml 1 2 pt vegetable stock in a bowl and 1 2 ml 1 4 tsp turmeric Cook on HIGH power for 4 mins or until boiling Add 175 g 6 oz couscous and allow to stand for 5 mins Fluff up with a fork before serving Ingredients 40 g 11 2 oz dried Cep mushrooms 50 g 2 oz butter 1 clove garlic finely chopped 1 small onion finely chopped freshly ground black pepper 250 g 9 oz Arborio ric...

Page 96: ...redients 150 ml 1 4 pt Dolmio sauce or Passata 100 g 4 oz garlic sausage cubed 1 clove garlic crushed 1 small onion diced 4 large muffins halved 100 g 4 oz cheese grated 56 g can anchovy fillets black olives to garnish Muffin pizzas Serves 4 Oven accessory glass turntable wire rack metal tray 1 Place Dolmio sauce sausage garlic and onion in a bowl and mix well 2 Arrange muffin halves 4 at a time o...

Page 97: ... pepper seasoning 25 g 1 oz butter 40 g 11 2 oz strong cheddar cheese grated 40 g 11 2 oz Parmesan cheese 25 g 1 oz black olives stoned and chopped 1 egg beaten 45 ml 3 tbsp milk 1 beaten egg for glazing Cheese onion olive scones Dish round baking sheet Oven accessory glass turntable metal tray 1 Place onion and oil in a bowl Cover and cook on HIGH power for 2 mins or until softened Drain 2 Prehea...

Page 98: ...lk salt and pepper 5 ml 1 tsp french mustard 150 g 5 oz red cheese grated 30 ml 2 tbsp fresh brown breadcrumbs Macaroni cheese Serves 4 Dish large dish and jug Oven accessory glass turntable metal tray 1 Cook macaroni in 450 ml 3 4 pt boiling water Cover and cook on HIGH power for 5 6 mins or until soft Drain 2 Place butter onion and bacon in a jug Cover Cook on HIGH power for 5 mins or until onio...

Page 99: ...a 450 g 1 lb add an extra 90 ml 6 tbsp of water and stir halfway Vegetables and vegetarian If cooking potatoes with other vegetables only cook with other ROOT vegetables Never add salt to vegetables before microwaving Remember the flavour of microwaved vegetables is much better than boiled Always cook vegetables in a dish that is a suitable size Use flat dishes not basins Always cover with microwa...

Page 100: ... vary in their suitability for cooking by microwave We recommend Maris Piper for consistently good results The cooking times given may need adjustment for other varieties The ideal size of potato to be cooked by microwave is 200 g 250 g 7 9 oz Before cooking Wash potatoes and prick skins several times Spread around edge of turntable After cooking Remove from oven and wrap in aluminium foil to reta...

Page 101: ...p of vegetables Continue layering until ingredients are all used ending with a tomato sauce layer 3 Grate remaining cheese and arrange over top in 3 diagonal bands Cook on Combination CONVECTION 190 C SIMMER power for 20 30 mins or until the pasta is cooked Ingredients 15 ml 1 tbsp oil 1 onion finely chopped 1 green pepper chopped 1 chilli chopped 2 carrots diced 5 ml 1 tsp chilli powder 3 ml 1 2 ...

Page 102: ... 7 Roll out pastry until it measures approx 16 square Divide into 4 equal squares 8 Place 1 4 of the vegetable mixture in the centre of the square and top with 1 4 of the cheese mixture 9 Bring the corners of the pastry to the centre pressing the edges together Seal with water Glaze with beaten egg 10 Cook in a preheated oven on CONVECTION 220 C for 15 20 mins or until golden and cooked through In...

Page 103: ... power for 15 17 mins or until golden brown Ingredients 450 g 1 lb potatoes 25 g 1 oz butter 30 ml 2 tbsp oil Roast potatoes Serves 4 Oven accessory glass turntable metal tray 1 Peel and cut potatoes into quarters Par boil and drain see page 72 2 Place potatoes oil and butter on metal tray Cook on Combination CONVECTION 220 C WARM power for 25 mins turning and basting potatoes during cooking or un...

Page 104: ...ese around the vegetables 7 Beat together the eggs and creme fraiche until smooth add the parsley and seasoning Pour carefully over the filling 8 Cook on Combination CONVECTION 190 C WARM power for 20 25 mins or until set and lightly browned Ingredients 3 red and 3 yellow peppers 50 ml 2 tbsp olive oil 50 g 2 oz pine nuts 2 garlic cloves crushed 100 g 4 oz long grain rice 300 ml pt hot vegetable s...

Page 105: ...nd burn NEVER LEAVE metal spoons in the sauce Ingredients 30 g 1 oz butter 30 g 1 oz flour 600 ml 1 pt milk Variations of White Sauce Parsley Onion Cheese White pouring sauce Dish 1 litre 2 pt jug Oven accessory glass turntable 1 Melt butter in jug on HIGH power for 20 40 secs 2 Stir in the flour to make a roux 3 Add the milk gradually stirring continuously until well combined 4 Cook for 2 mins on...

Page 106: ... for 15 secs 3 Whisk Cook on HIGH power for 10 secs 4 Whisk again and cook on HIGH power for 10 secs Repeat 10 secs stages until sauce is thick and creamy 5 Season and serve immediately with salmon steaks or asparagus spears N B This sauce must not boil or eggs will curdle Ingredients 25 g 1oz butter 75 g 3 oz caster sugar 75 g 3 oz soft brown sugar 50 g 2 oz cocoa powder 3 ml 1 2 tsp vanilla esse...

Page 107: ...entre of the pastry Season Sprinkle over the cheese 5 Brush the 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 200 C SIMMER power for 11 13 mins or until crisp and golden Ingredients 1 quantity of suet pastry see page 100 75 ml 5 tbsp seedless raspberry jam milk to glaze Baked jam roly po...

Page 108: ...the apples and juice into a bowl and toss together 3 Add the sugar walnuts sultanas cinnamon and almonds and mix together 4 Take three sheets of filo pastry and brush with melted butter Place each one with the shortest edge towards you Overlap the 2nd sheet onto the 1st sheet by 5 6 cms along the long edge and repeat with the 3rd sheet overlapping the second 5 Place three more sheets of filo on to...

Page 109: ...ether and gradually add icing sugar and lemon juice Sprinkle with walnuts Ingredients 100 g 4 oz butter 100 g 4 oz golden syrup 100 g 4 oz black treacle 75 g 3 oz soft brown sugar 100 g 4 oz self raising flour 100 g 4 oz plain flour 1 tsp mixed spice 2 tsp ground ginger 1 tsp bicarbonate of soda pinch salt 150 ml pint milk 2 eggs beaten Ginger cake Dish Dish 8 Square pyrex 1 Place butter syrup tre...

Page 110: ... Oven accessory glass turntable 1 Line the base of a 1 2 litre 2 pt pudding basin with a circle of greaseproof paper 2 Melt the chocolate with the milk on HIGH power for 1 min and mix until smooth 3 Mix the margarine and sugar together add the cooled chocolate and eggs 4 Add the breadcrumbs and cocoa powder and mix well Fill the basin with the mixture and cook on HIGH power for 6 7 mins or until c...

Page 111: ...le 1 In a mixing bowl sift together the flour and salt Stir in sugar and suet 2 Make a well in the centre and add beaten egg and milk Mix to a soft dropping consistency 3 Put the jam in the base of the greased pudding basin and pour pudding mixture over Cook on HIGH power for 5 51 2 mins until firm Ingredients 100 g 4 oz butter or margarine 50 g 2 oz light brown sugar 30 ml 2 tbsp golden syrup 225...

Page 112: ... tbsp brandy 15 ml 1 tbsp black treacle 50 g 2 oz self raising flour pinch of salt 15 ml 1 tbsp cocoa 5 ml 1 tsp mixed spice 3 ml 1 2 tsp nutmeg 100 g 4 oz shredded suet 150 g 5 oz fresh breadcrumbs 50 g 2 oz mixed peel 50 g 2 oz flaked almonds 2 eggs beaten Christmas pudding Serves 6 8 Dish 1 3 litre 21 2 pt pudding basin lightly greased Oven accessory glass turntable 1 Place apple and carrot in ...

Page 113: ...rownies Dish 18 cm 7 square dish lined Oven accessory glass turntable metal tray 1 Melt the butter with 50 g of the chocolate in a bowl on MEDIUM power for 1 minute 30 seconds 2 Put the eggs sugar and vanilla essence in a bowl then sift in the flour and baking powder 3 Stir in the melted chocolate and butter mixture and mix well 4 Chop the remaining chocolate into rough chunks and stir into the br...

Page 114: ...ide between 12 muffin cases 4 Crumble small amounts of streusel topping over each muffin and cook in two batches in preheated oven on CONVECTION 180 C for 22 minutes until browned and well risen Ingredients 75 g 3 oz self raising flour 75 g 3 oz porridge oats 50 g 2 oz dark muscovado sugar 75 g 3 oz butter For the Topping 25 g 1 oz butter 3 eggs beaten 175 g 6 oz light muscovado sugar 150 g 5 oz r...

Page 115: ...ty and drain upside down on kitchen paper The jars should be warm when filled with jam If you wish to cook larger quantities than given in the recipes below revert to the traditional hob method using a traditional recipe Dish size Always use a very large pyrex bowl DO NOT attempt to use jam pans or saucepans in your microwave DO NOT LEAVE JAMS UNATTENDED DURING COOKING BECAUSE OF THE HIGH SUGAR CO...

Page 116: ...or 10 mins until rind is tender stirring occasionally Stir in the sugar until dissolved 7 Cook on HIGH for 8 mins covered with pierced clingfilm Stir in the butter and cook uncovered to setting point 18 20 mins 8 Leave to stand for 10 mins then pour into warmed sterilized jars N B Do not double this recipe as it will boil over Ingredients 4 lemons grated rind and juice of 450 g 1 lb caster sugar 4...

Page 117: ...tight seal to the air therefore steam can escape There are no microwaves in the air or steam The oven vents should never be blocked during cooking Q My oven has an odour and generates smoke when using the CONVECTION COMBINATION and GRILL function 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 beg...

Page 118: ...tion points where they will be accepted on a free of charge basis Alternatively in some countries you may be able to return your products to your local retailer upon the purchase of an equivalent new product Disposing of this product correctly will help to save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment which could otherwise arise from inappro...

Page 119: ...line at www panasonic co uk Cookery Advice Line For COOKERY ADVICE call 01344 862108 Open Monday to Friday 9am 12pm Home Economists will provide friendly guidance on queries relating to recipes and cooking in your microwave Visit Panasonic s The Ideas Kitchen website for Microwave advice recipes cooking tips and offers www theideaskitchen co uk cook share learn the F00037X67BP IP1009 70413 Printed...

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