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Operating Instructions and Cookbook

Microwave and Grill Oven

Important safety instructions

Please read carefully and keep for future reference

Model Number:

NN-GD379S

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Page 1: ...Operating Instructions and Cookbook Microwave and Grill Oven Important safety instructions Please read carefully and keep for future reference Model Number NN GD379S ...

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 0844 8443868 Sele...

Page 3: ...nt Information 8 9 Microwaving Principles 10 Control Panel 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: ...d to the terminal in the plug which 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 i...

Page 5: ...rained by the manufacturer This oven is intended 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 she...

Page 6: ... operated by means of an external timer or separate remote control system DO NOT OPERATE THE OVEN EMPTY Apart from in point 6 above The appliance must not be operated by MICROWAVE or COMBINATION WITHOUT FOOD IN THE OVEN Operation when empty will damage the appliance 1 Exterior oven surfaces including air vents on the cabinet and the oven door will get hot during combination and grilling take care ...

Page 7: ...y can scratch the surface which may result in shattering of the glass 7 Keep air 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 and possibly result in a hazardous situation 8 If steam accumulates inside or around...

Page 8: ...e outer panel from oven The door seals and door seal areas should always be kept clean use a damp cloth Notes 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 technic...

Page 9: ...E 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 refe...

Page 10: ...ture such as popcorn or poppadoms This oven has been developed for food use We do not recommend that it is used for heating non food items such as wheat bags or hot water bottles 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 Eg...

Page 11: ... 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 areas around the microwave feed guide situated on the right hand side of the cavity wall The oven should be unplugged when cleaning 14 Grilling The ...

Page 12: ...experiments with RADAR in World War II Microwaves are present in the atmosphere all the time both naturally and from manmade sources Manmade sources include radar radio television telecommunication links and car phones Microwaving Principles How Microwaves cook food In a microwave oven electricity is converted into microwaves by the MAGNETRON Reflection The microwaves bounce off the metal walls an...

Page 13: ...els 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 program the oven will beep 5 times 9 3 7 6 4 8 10 12 11 This oven is equipped with an energy saving function Please Note 1 Whe...

Page 14: ...inside or outside of the oven after cooking to allow heat to finish conducting to cook the centre completely MEAT JOINTS Stand 15 mins wrapped in aluminium foil JACKET POTATOES Stand 5 mins wrapped in aluminium foil after cooking by microwave only LIGHT CAKES Stand 5 mins before removing from dish RICH DENSE CAKES Stand 15 20 mins FISH Stand 2 3 mins EGG DISHES Stand 1 2 mins PRECOOKED CONVENIENCE...

Page 15: ...hat the thicker parts are to the outside 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 Food temperature should be between 5 8o C before cooking 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 stir...

Page 16: ...ed china porcelain or ceramic plates bowls mugs and cups can be used if they 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 COMBINATION but not directly under the GRILL Pottery earthenware stoneware...

Page 17: ...oof 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 RE HEATING 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 18: ... 24 hour clock ie 2pm 14 00 not 2 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 day will disappear Actual time will not be l...

Page 19: ... Delay Pad Set Delay time using the Time Weight Dial max 9hrs An H will appear in the display to denote minutes and 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 t...

Page 20: ...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 Notes 1 Timer Pad can be programmed in multi stage cooking 2 Auto Weight Defrost Pad can be programmed in first...

Page 21: ...g cooking this is normal Always clean the oven after using the Grill and before using the microwave or combination 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 Cooking time by turning the Time Weight Dial Time can be set up to...

Page 22: ...ed accidentally Arcing is flashes of blue light seen in the microwave 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 suitabl...

Page 23: ...BLE FOR CREAM CAKES OR DESSERTS e g cheesecake Standing time 10 15 mins 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 best carried...

Page 24: ...r the food 4 Always turn or stir the food especially when the oven beepsʼʼ 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 smooth pie...

Page 25: ...10 mins Stewing Steak 7 8 Place in a suitable dish 15 mins 450g 1lb mins Break up frequently Whole 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 twice Shield 15 mins 4...

Page 26: ...o 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 conducti...

Page 27: ...gram 2 presses 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 pre...

Page 28: ...a 100g 600g 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 on turntable Select program 3 presses of Auto Combi pad Enter the weight using the Time Weight Dial then press start DO NOT COVER 4 Chilled crispy top 300g 600g For reheating and browning chilled purchased savoury dishes eg ...

Page 29: ...eal 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 An average plated meal will take 4 7 mins on High power to reheat Do not stack meals Canned foods Remove foods from can and place in a suitable dish before heating Soups Use a bowl and stir before heating and at least once through...

Page 30: ...ot 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 Tomato 300...

Page 31: ...able Do not cover If using 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 s...

Page 32: ... 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...

Page 33: ...d 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 W...

Page 34: ... 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 FROZEN Croquettes 3...

Page 35: ... 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 turntab...

Page 36: ... 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 until soft...

Page 37: ...til 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 45 ml 3 tbsp water 3 whole cardamom pods 2 cloves 2 5 cm 1 stick of cinnamon 1 onion chopped 30 ml 2 tbsp oil 450 g 1 lb boned lamb trimmed and cut into cubes 5 ml 1 tsp ground coriander 5 ml 1 tsp ground cumin 1 5 ml 1 4 tsp garam masala 1 5 ml 1 4 tsp cayenne pep...

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: ...ry 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 1t...

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: ...t double this mixture as it will boil over 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 ...

Page 44: ...ection 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 inapp...

Page 45: ... 4 days a week Home Economists will provide friendly guidance on queries relating to recipes and cooking in your microwave PHONE OUR CUSTOMER CARE CENTRE 0844 8443868 For service or spares Or order spares direct on line at www panasonic co uk ...

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