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Increasing recipes
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To increase a recipe from 4 to 6 servings,
increase each ingredient listed by half. To dou-
ble the quantity, simply double every ingredient listed.
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Do not forget that large quantities will require a larger dish. Make sure that it is deep enough
to prevent the recipe from boiling over during cooking.
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Cover as directed in the recipe. Stir or rearrange foods as recommended.
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Increase the stand times by 5 mins. per lb.
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Always check the recipe during cooking.
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When increasing the ingredients to 6 servings, add an extra one third of the original cooking
time, ie. 30 mins. on 600 W for 4 servings will become 40 mins. on 600 W for 6 servings.
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When doubling a recipe from 4 to 8
add on half the original cooking time, ie. 30 mins. on
600 W for 4 servings will become 45 mins. on 600 W for 8 servings.
Decreasing recipes
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To decrease a recipe from 4 servings to 2 servings, halve the ingredients listed.
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Choose a dish that is proportionally smaller than the one recommended in the recipe, howev-
er make sure it is deep enough to stop food boiling over.
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Allow half to two-thirds of the original cooking time, ie. 30 mins. on 600 W for 4 servings will
become 15-20 mins. on 600 W for 2 servings.
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 650 W ovens, however since 1990 oven output powers have been set
by a new standard (IEC). When using other cookbooks, the 1000 W output power of your oven
must be allowed for. Use the same power level suggested e.g. 1000 W or 600 W and select the
same cooking time suggested, however CHECK the progress of the food during cooking and
adjust the time if necessary.
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For one serving quarter ALL ingredients listed.
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Choose a dish that is proportionally smaller than the one recommended in the recipe.
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Use the same cooking power recommended in the original recipe.
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Start by cooking for one quarter of the recommended cooking time, although extra time in
most cases will be required.
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Always check the food during cooking.
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There is not a great saving for reduced quantities of soups, casseroles, stews and rice, as a
minimum time is required to tenderise meats and blend flavours.
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When cooking for one it often makes sense to cook for two and plate up both meals. Freeze
one meal for a later date.
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