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Cooking Charts

Reheating Charts

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.

*Use combi level 2.

Food

Weight/

Quantity

Power

Level

Time to

Select (approx)

Instructions/Guidelines

PURCHASED CONVENIENCE FOODS - FROZEN N.B. Transfer food from foil container to a similar
sized microwave safe dish. Plastic dishes designed for microwave and conventional ovens may be
used with care.

Lasagne

400 g

HIGH

5 mins. + rest for 1 min.

Place in a microwave safe dish on
turntable. Do not cover. If using combi
mode use heat proof dish.

+ HIGH

5-6 mins.

or HIGH

2 mins.

+ Combi*

22 mins.

Shepherd’s Pie

400 g

HIGH

5 mins. + rest for 1 min.

+ HIGH

5-6 mins.

or High

3-4 mins.

Combi*

22-25 mins.

Food

Weight/

Quantity

Power

Level

Time to

Select (approx)

Instructions/Guidelines

BACON – from raw

Rashers

130 g (4)

HIGH

1/2

-4 mins. or 50-

60 secs per rasher.

Place on microwave safe rack or plate
on turntable and cover with kitchen
towel to minimise splatter.

BEANS & PULSES – should be pre-soaked (except lentils)

Chick Peas

225 g

HIGH

8 mins.

Use 600 ml (1 pt) boiling water in a
large bowl. Cover.

+ LOW

35-40 mins.

Lentils

225 g

LOW

12-15 mins.

Red Kidney Beans

225 g

HIGH

15 mins.

Use 600 ml (1 pt) boiling water in a
large bowl. Cover.

Must boil for at

least 12 minutes to destroy toxic
enzymes. Top water up if needed.

+ LOW

30-35 mins.

BEEF – Joints from raw – Caution: Hot fat! Remove dish with care.

Medium Rare

MEDIUM

11-14 mins. per

450 g (1 lb)

Place on upturned saucer in flan dish or
rack on turntable. Cover and turn
halfway. Drain off fat during cooking.

CHICKEN from raw – Caution: Hot fat! Remove dish with care.

Breasts, boneless

530 g (4)

LOW

13-14 mins.

Place on microwave safe rack or plate on
turntable. Cover.

Combi*

18-19 mins.

Place on grill rack with heatproof plate
underneath. Turn Halfway.

Drumsticks

450 g (4)

LOW

12-14 mins.

Place on microwave safe rack or plate

on turntable. Cover.

Combi*

20 mins.

Place on grill rack with heatproof plate
underneath. Turn Halfway.

Summary of Contents for NN-GD376

Page 1: ...NNGD376 For Model R R R CHAOS CHAOS DEFROST ...

Page 2: ...nd cooking on pages 27 33 of this book ALWAYS check the progress of the food as it cooks or reheats by simply opening the door After checking the progress of the foods press START to continue the cooking time Failure to follow the instructions given in this Cookbook and Operating Instructions may affect the recipe result and in some instances may be dangerous Customer Care Centre 08705 357357 Sele...

Page 3: ...ortant Information 8 9 Microwaving Principles 10 Control Panels 11 General Guidelines 12 13 Containers to use 14 15 Operating Instructions 16 20 Auto Weight Defrosting 21 Defrosting Guidelines 22 Defrosting Charts 23 Auto Weight Cooking 24 26 Cooking Reheating Guidelines 27 Reheating Cooking Charts 28 33 Recipes 34 41 Technical Specifications 42 ...

Page 4: ...is marked with the letter E or by the Earth symbol or coloured GREEN or GREEN AND YELLOW The 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 iso...

Page 5: ...ufacturer Unpacking your oven This oven is untended for counter top use only It is not intended for built in use or for use inside a cupboard 1 Oven must be placed on a flat stable surface 850mm above floor level For proper operation the oven must have sufficient air flow i e 5cm 2 at one side the other being open 15cm 6 clear over the top 10cm 4 at the rear 2 Do not place the microwave oven on a ...

Page 6: ... oven in case it is accidentally turned on 6 Before Use Before using COMBINATION or GRILL function for the first time operate the oven without food and accessories including glass turntable and roller ring on GRILL 1 for 5 mins This will allow the oil that is used for rust protection to be burned off This is the only time that the oven is operated empty CAUTION All inside surfaces of the oven will...

Page 7: ...ir vents clear at all times Check that no dust or other material is blocking any of the air vents on the top bottom or rear of the oven If air vents become blocked this could cause overheating which would affect the operation of the oven 8 If steam accumulates inside or around the outside of the oven door wipe with a soft cloth This may occur when the microwave oven is operated under high humidity...

Page 8: ...el from oven The door seals 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 b...

Page 9: ...AVE only Do not use if operating the oven with less than 200g 7oz of food on a manual Combination 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 accidentally or the grill rack has been damaged If this occurs stop the machine immediately You can continue to cook by GRILL ONLY 10 Always re...

Page 10: ...f cooked too long 3 Christmas Pudding Christmas puddings and other foods high in fats or sugar eg 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 microwave ovens since they may explode even after microwave heating has ended 5 Foods with S...

Page 11: ...ng eaten ie it is a rest time which allows the heat in the food to continue to conduct to the centre thus eliminating cold spots 13 Keeping Your Oven Clean It 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...

Page 12: ...ntainers to be absorbed by the water molecules in the food all foods contain water to a greater or lesser extent 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 when microwaving oven gloves are required MICROWAVES CANNOT PASS THROUGH METAL AND THEREFORE METAL COOKING UTENSILS CAN NEVER BE USED IN A MICROWAVE FOR...

Page 13: ...ooking 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 12 Start Pad 2 1 5 Beep Sound When a pad is touched correctly a beep will be heard If a pad is touched and no beep is heard the unit has not or cannot accept the instruction At the end of any complete pro...

Page 14: ...erced before cooking DO NOT ATTEMPT TO BOIL EGGS IN THEIR SHELLS PIERCING COVERING QUANTITY SPACING Small quantities cook faster than large quantities also small meals will reheat more quickly than large portions MOISTURE CONTENT Many fresh foods e g vegetables and fruit vary in their moisture content throughout the season particularly jacket potatoes For this reason cooking times may have to be a...

Page 15: ...king time ARRANGING Individual foods e g chicken portions or chops should be placed on a dish so that the thicker parts are towards the outside CHECKING FOOD It is essential that food is 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 DIS...

Page 16: ... cups can be used if they are heat resistant Porcelain and ceramic are also ideal Fine bone china should only be used for reheating for short periods otherwise the change in temperature may crack the dish or craze the finish Do not use dishes with a metal rim or pattern Do not use jugs or mugs with glued handles since the glue can melt in a microwave POTTERY EARTHENWARE STONEWARE Only use if compl...

Page 17: ... paper can be used to line the base of dishes and to cover fatty foods White paper plates can be used for SHORT REHEATING TIMES ON MICROWAVE ONLY WICKER WOOD STRAW BASKETS Do not use these items in your microwave With continued use and with prolonged exposure they will crack and could ignite DO NOT USE ON ANY COOKING MODE CLING FILM Use microwave cling film to cover food that is to be reheated or ...

Page 18: ...d in and electricity is supplied 3 This is a 12 hour clock ie 2pm 2 00 not 14 00 The oven will not function if a 24 hour clock is set When the oven is first plugged in 88 88 appears in display window Using this system will make the oven controls inoperable however the door can be opened Child Lock can be set when the display shows a colon or the time To Set Press Start Pad three times The time of ...

Page 19: ... Press the Delay Pad Set Delay time using the Time Weight Dial max 9hrs An H will appear in the display to denote hours Set the complete cooking program by entering power level and time required Press Start Pad Delayed time will count down then the cooking program will start Set the desired Cooking Program by selecting power level and time required Then Press the Stand Pad Set desired standing tim...

Page 20: ... be in position when using the oven Wattage High Defrost Medium Low Simmer Warm 1 Press 2 Presses 3 Presses 4 Presses 5 Presses 6 Presses Multi Stage Cooking The oven has 3 stage cooking so you can program up to 3 different instructions and the oven will switch automatically from power to power Repeat steps 1 and 2 above but only press Start after all stages have been entered N B 1 Timer Pad can b...

Page 21: ... using the microwave or combination 9 Caution The oven will automatically work on HIGH microwave power if a cooking time is entered without the Grill level previously being selected Press Grill Pad Select level by pressing one of the following options 1 press grill 1 high 2 presses grill 2 medium 3 Presses grill 3 low The grill indicator light appears in the display Press Start Pad Set Time Select...

Page 22: ...ve If this occurs stop the oven immediately 6 Some foods should be cooked on combination without using the grill rack i e Roasts gratins pies and puddings The food should be placed in a heatproof non metallic dish and placed directly onto the turntable 7 DO NOT use plastic MICROWAVE containers on combination programs unless suitable for combination cooking Dishes must be able to withstand the heat...

Page 23: ...efrosting THIS PROGRAM IS NOT SUITABLE FOR CREAM CAKES OR DESSERTS e g cheesecake 2 Meat Items mince chops chicken portions NOT SUITABLE FOR SAUSAGES these can be defrosted manually using Defrost power and time Chops and chicken portions should be arranged in a single layer and turned frequently during defrosting It is necessary for mince to be broken up frequently during defrosting and this is be...

Page 24: ...sary to cover the food 4 Always turn or stir the food especially when the oven beeps Shield if necessary see point 6 5 Minced meat chops and other small items should be broken up or separated as soon as possible and placed in a single layer 6 Shielding prevents food cooking It is essential when defrosting chickens and joints of meat The outside thaws out first so protect wings breast and fat with ...

Page 25: ... twice Shield if necessary 10 mins Stewing Steak 7 8 Place in a suitable dish 15 mins 450g 1lb mins Break up frequently Chicken 7 8 Place in a suitable dish on an upturned 60 mins 450g 1lb mins saucer or use a rack Turn 3 4 times Shield Chicken Portions 6 8 Place in a suitable dish in a single layer 30 mins 450g 1lb mins Turn twice Shield if necessary Fish Whole 7 8 Place in a suitable dish Turn t...

Page 26: ... Combi pad use the microwave and grill together 1 Only cook foods within the weight ranges described 2 Only use the accessories as indicated 3 Do NOT cover food when using the Auto Combi programs as it will prevent the food browning and the heat of the grill will melt any plastic covering 4 Most foods benefit from a STANDING time after cooking on an Auto Program to allow heat to continue conductin...

Page 27: ...resses of Auto Cook pad enter weight using the Time Weight Dial then press start Stir halfway After cooking allow to stand for 1 minute Ensure that the food is piping hot Stir before serving 3 Fresh Vegetables 200g 800g To cook fresh vegetables Place prepared vegetables into a shallow container on turntable Add 90 ml 6 tbsp of water Cover with pierced cling film or lid Select program 3 presses of ...

Page 28: ...g 2 Jacket Potatoes 150g 1500g 3 Chilled Quiche 100g 600g For reheating and browning the top of a fresh purchased quiche Remove all packaging and place on Grill Rack or turntable Select program 3 presses of Auto Combi pad Enter the weight using the Time Weight Dial then press start DO NOT COVER Auto Combi Programs 4 Chilled crispy top 300g 600g For reheating and browning chilled purchased savoury ...

Page 29: ...tents 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 heat on HIGH power for 6 7 mins and change the meals over halfway CANNED FOODS Remove foods from can and place in a suitable dish before heating SOUPS Us...

Page 30: ...able Do not cover If using grill mode use heatproof plate or Grill 1 2 3 mins 4 HIGH 30 40 secs or Grill 1 4 mins Rolls 1 HIGH 15 secs Grill 1 2 mins 4 HIGH 30 40 secs Grill 1 3 4 mins CANNED BEANS PASTA Baked Beans Ravioli in sauce 225 g HIGH 1 min 30 secs Place in a microwave safe bowl on turntable Cover 447 g HIGH 3 mins Spaghetti in Tomato Sauce 200 g HIGH 1 min 30 secs CANNED SOUPS Cream of T...

Page 31: ...sing Combi mode place on grill rack on turntable Combi 51 2 6 mins Mince Pies 90 g 2 HIGH 10 20 secs Place on a microwave safe plate on turntable Cover PLATED MEALS HOMEMADE CHILLED Child Size 1 HIGH 2 mins 30 secs Place on a microwave safe plate on turntable Cover Adult Size 1 HIGH 4 mins PUDDINGS DESSERTS N B Transfer food from foil containers to a similar sized microwave safe dish Bread Butter ...

Page 32: ...Rashers 130 g 4 HIGH 31 2 4 mins or 50 60 secs per rasher Place on microwave safe rack or plate on turntable and cover with kitchen towel to minimise splatter BEANS PULSES should be pre soaked except lentils Chick Peas 225 g HIGH 8 mins Use 600 ml 1 pt boiling water in a large bowl Cover LOW 35 40 mins Lentils 225 g LOW 12 15 mins Red Kidney Beans 225 g HIGH 15 mins Use 600 ml 1 pt boiling water i...

Page 33: ...sed Beat eggs milk and knob of butter together Cook for 1st cooking time then stir Cook for 2nd cooking time then stand for 1 min HIGH 20 secs 2 Eggs HIGH 1 min HIGH 40 secs FISH FRESH from raw Fillets Steak Whole 450 g HIGH 5 mins Place in microwave safe dish Add 30 ml of liquid Cover FISH FRESH from raw Haddock Fillets 380 g 4 HIGH 8 10 mins Place in microwave safe dish Add 30 ml of liquid Cover...

Page 34: ... 6 mins per 450 g 1lb Place on upturned saucer in microwave safe dish or rack on turntable Cover and turn joint over halfway Drain off fat during cooking LOW 8 9 mins per 450 g 1lb PORRIDGE N B Use a large bowl 1 serving 1 2 cup oats HIGH 2 21 2 mins Add 1 cup of water or milk Stir halfway 2 servings 1 cup oats HIGH 4 5 mins Add 2 cups of water or milk Stir halfway POTATO PRODUCTS Part Cooked FROZ...

Page 35: ...ot 450 g HIGH 10 12 mins Broccoli Cauliflower florets 450 g HIGH 8 mins Brussel Sprouts 450 g HIGH 8 9 mins Cabbage sliced 450 g HIGH 7 9 mins Carrots Leeks 450 g HIGH 7 9 mins Corn on the Cob 450 g HIGH 6 7 mins Courgettes Mange Tout 450 g HIGH 4 5 mins Peas 450 g HIGH 5 6 mins Potatoes boiled 450 g HIGH 8 9 mins Potatoes jacket 250 g 9 oz each 1 HIGH 5 mins Wash and prick skins Place directly on...

Page 36: ...r with a little of the milk then stir in remaining milk Add to the mushroom mixture 4 Cover and cook on HIGH power for 5 mins or until thickened Season and serve with cream swirled on top Dish 20 cm 8 casserole 1 Cover and cook macaroni in 450 ml 3 4pt boiling water on HIGH power for 6 8 mins or until soft Drain 2 Place courgettes and bacon in a bowl Cover and cook on HIGH power for 3 4 mins or un...

Page 37: ...r until well cooked through Stir halfway Ingredients 3 4 cloves garlic crushed 1 cm 1 4 piece fresh ginger grated 50 g 2 oz ground almonds 3x15 ml 3 tbsp water 3 whole cardamom pods 2 cloves 2 5 cm 1 stick of cinnamon 1 onion chopped 2x15 ml 2 tbsp oil 450 g 1 lb boned lamb trimmed and cut into cubes 1x5 ml 1 tsp ground coriander 1x5 ml 1 tsp ground cumin 1 5 ml 1 4 tsp garam masala 1 5 ml 1 4 tsp...

Page 38: ...2tsp five spice powder 3 ml 1 2tsp coriander seeds 3 ml 1 2tsp cumin seeds Chicken Satay Serves 2 Dish 4 wooden skewers shallow dish 1 For the serving sauce Crumble 25 g 1oz of creamed coconut into a large jug Add the peanut butter 15 ml 1tbsp of the lemon juice 15 ml 1tbsp of the soy sauce the chilli powder and 150 ml 1 4 pt water Cook on HIGH power for 3 4 mins or until the sauce boils and thick...

Page 39: ...rry powder lemon rind and juice and fish stock Cover and cook on HIGH power for 2 3 mins stirring halfway through the cooking time 4 Stir in the remaining ingredients except the coconut cover and cook on HIGH power for 4 5 mins or until fish flakes stirring occasionally 5 Break up the coconut with a fork then stir into the curry Ingredients 450 g 1 lb smoked haddock 30 ml 2tbsp lemon juice 15 ml 1...

Page 40: ...or 8 mins or until tender Drain 2 Melt butter on HIGH power for 20 30 secs Stir in flour and mustard Cook for a further 20 secs Add milk gradually Stir well and season Cook on HIGH power for approx 4 mins or until sauce is thick and bubbling Stir once halfway during cooking 3 Stir in 50 g 2oz grated cheese Pour the sauce over the cauliflower Top with remaining cheese and breadcrumbs 4 Cook on Comb...

Page 41: ...g 3oz currants 25 g 1oz chopped nuts Christmas Puddings Serves 4 Dish 4 ramekins base lined 1 Place all ingredients into a large mixing bowl and stir until throroughly mixed 2 Divide mixture equally between the ramekins 3 Place towards outer edge of the turntable and cook on HIGH power for 4 5 mins or until cooked Ingredients 15 ml 1tbsp golden syrup 2 pineapple slices drained 2 glacé cherries 50 ...

Page 42: ...hopped 175 g 6 oz self raising flour 5 ml 1 tsp baking powder 5 ml 1 tsp vanilla essence 15 ml 1 tbsp Camp coffee essence 100 ml 31 2 fl oz milk 75 g 3 oz butter 150 g 5 oz caster sugar 2 eggs lightly beaten Butterscotch sauce 45 g 1 3 4 oz butter 120 ml 8 tbsp soft brown sugar 200 ml 7 fl oz whipping cream 15 ml 1 tbsp vanilla essence Date Puddings and Butterscotch Sauce Serves 6 Dish Individual ...

Page 43: ...or setting point Sauces Jam Custard Dish 1 litre 2pt jug 1 Mix together the custard powder sugar and a little milk to form a smooth paste 2 Blend in the remaining milk whisking well 3 Cook on HIGH power for 4 6 mins Whisk well halfway through cooking time and again at the end Ingredients 30 ml 2tbsp custard power 15 ml 1tbsp sugar 600 ml 1pt cold milk White Pouring Sauce Dish 1 litre 2pt jug 1 Mel...

Page 44: ...nic products should not be mixed with general household waste For proper treatment recovery and recycling please take these products to designated collection 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 wil...

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