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Glossary of Microwave Terms

When adapting recipes for the microwave, it is best
to start with a familiar recipe. Knowing how the
food should look and taste will help when adapting
recipes for microwaving. Foods that require
browning or crisp, dry surfaces 

 cook better

conventionally.

● 

Moist 

 such   vegetables, fruits, poultry and

seafood, microwave well.

● 

Rich foods, such as bar cookies, moist cakes and

candies, are suitable for microwaving because 

 their

high fat and sugar content.

 Reduce conventional cooking time by one-half to 

third. Check food after minimum time to avoid
overcooking.

● 

Small amounts of butter or 

 can be used for

flavoring, but are not needed to prevent sticking.

● 

Seasonings may need to be reduced. Salt meats and

vegetables after cooking.

Covering. In both conventional and microwave
cooking, covers hold in moisture, allow for more even
heating and reduce cooking time. Conventionally,
partial covering allows excess steam to escape. Venting
plastic wrap or covering with wax paper serves the
same purpose when microwaving.

Venting. After covering a dish with plastic wrap, you
vent the plastic wrap by turning back one corner so
excess steam can escape.

Arranging Food in Oven. In conventional baking, you
position foods, such as cake layers or potatoes, so hot
air can flow around them. When microwaving, you
arrange foods in a ring, so that all sides are exposed to
microwave energy.

Stirring. In range-top cooking, you stir foods up from
the bottom to heat them evenly. When microwaving,
you stir cooked portions from the outside to the center.
Foods that require constant stirring conventionally will
need only occasional stirring when microwaving.

Turning Over.  In range-top cooking, you turn over
foods, such as hamburgers, so both sides can directly
contact the hot pan. When microwaving, turning is
often needed during defrosting or when cooking certain
foods, such as frozen hamburgers.

Standing Time. In conventional cooking, foods such as
roasts or cakes are allowed to stand to finish cooking or
to set. Standing time is especially important in
microwave cooking. Note that a microwaved cake is
not placed on a cooling rack.

Shielding. In a conventional oven, you shield chicken
breasts or baked foods to prevent over-browning. When
microwaving, you use small strips of 

 to shield thin

parts, such as the tips of wings and legs on poultry,
which would cook before larger 

Arcing. Sparks caused by too much metal in the

microwave oven or metal touching the side of the oven

or foil that is not 

 to food.

Prick Foods to Release Pressure. Steam builds up
pressure in foods that are tightly covered by a skin or

membrane. Prick foods, such as potatoes (as you do

conventionally), egg 

 and chicken livers, to

prevent bursting.

Rotating.  Occasionally, repositioning a dish in the oven
helps food cook more evenly. To rotate 1/2 turn, turn
the dish 

 the side that was to the back of the oven is

to the front. To rotate 1/4 turn, turn the dish until the
side that was to the back of the oven is to the side.

Basic Microwave Guidelines

Density of Food. In both conventional and microwave
cooking, dense foods, such as potatoes, take longer to
cook than light, porous foods, such as rolls, bread or
pieces of cake.

Round Shapes. Since microwaves penetrate foods to
about one inch from top, bottom and sides, round
shapes and rings cook more evenly. Corners receive
more energy and may overcook. This may also happen
when cooking conventionally.

Delicacy. Foods with a delicate texture, such as
custards, are best cooked at lower power settings to
avoid toughening.

Natural Moisture of food affects how it cooks. Very
moist foods cook 

 because microwave energy is

attracted to water molecules. Food that is uneven in
moisture should be covered or allowed to stand so heat
can disperse evenly.

Piece Size. Small pieces cook faster than large ones.

Pieces that are similar in size and shape cook more

evenly. With large pieces of food, reduce the power

setting for even cooking.

Shape of Food. In both types of cooking, thin areas
cook faster than thick areas. This can be controlled in
microwaving by placing thick pieces near the outside
edge and thin pieces in the center.

Starting Temperature. Foods taken from the freezer or
refrigerator take longer to cook than foods at room
temperature. Timings in our recipes are based on the
temperatures at which you normally store the foods.

Quantity of Food. In both types of cooking, 
amounts usually take less time than large amounts. This
is most apparent in microwave cooking, where time is
directly related to the number of servings.

Shelf (on models so equipped). Use the shelf to heat
more than one dish at one time. Take the shelf out when
you are not using it.

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Страница 1: ...ng 2 Microwaving Tips 3 Consumer Services 27 Model and Serial Numbers 2 Control Panel 6 Precautions 2 5 Cooking 7 Problem Solver 24 Cooking Guide 15 21 Safety Instructions 2 5 Defrosting 8 Timer 6 8 Defrosting Guide 13 14 Warranty Back Cover Extension Cords 23 Features 6 Glass Cooking Tmy 6 22 GE Answer Center Glossary of Microwve Terms 9 800 626 2000 ModelJE3A GE Appliances Microwave power output...

Страница 2: ...vapor escaping from around the door c Light reflection around door or outer case imming oven light and change in blower sound may occur while operating at power JeveIs other than high Dull thumping sound while oven is Operating Some TV Radio interference might be noticed while using your microwave oven It s similar to the interference caused by other small appliances and does not indicate a proble...

Страница 3: ...or cook food and is not intended for laboratory or industrial use Read and follow the specific PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY in this book This appliance must be grounded Connect only to properly grounded outlet See GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS For best operation plug this appliance into its own electrical outlet to prevent flickering of lights blowing of fuse or tr...

Страница 4: ...ch Be careful touching the floor during and after cooking c Foods cooked in liquids such as pasta may tend to boil over more rapidly than foods containing less moisture Should this occur refer to the Care and Cleaning section s for instructions on how to clean the inside of the oven Thermometer Do not use a thermometer in food you are microwaving unless the thermometer is designed or recommended f...

Страница 5: ...ontainers should be at least partially uncovered because they form a tight seal When cooking with containers tightly covered with plastic wrap remove covering carefully and direct steam away from hands and face c Hot foods and steam can cause burns Be careful when opening any containers of hot food including popcorn bags cooking pouches and boxes To prevent possible injury direct steam away from h...

Страница 6: ...ermits viewing of foods and keeps microwaves confined inside oven 4 Oven Vent 6 Mode Cover Protects the microwave energy distributing system Do not remove the cover You will damage the oven 7 15 Minute Timer Set timer to desired cooking time Setting the timer starts the oven when the door is closed be in place when using the oven Cooking performance will be unsatisfactory without the tray in place...

Страница 7: ... 2 and then back to the desired time Step 3 Open the door when time is up Questions and Answers Q I set my oven for the time called for in the recipe but at the end of the time allowed my food wasn t done What happened A Since house power varies due to time or location most recipes give you a time range to prevent overcooking Set the oven for minimum time test the food for doneness and cook your f...

Страница 8: ...e defrosted and microwaved If the food is in a foil container transfer it to a microwave safe dish Questions and Answers Q Why don t the defrosting times in the Defrosting Guide seem right for my food A These times are averages Defrosting time can vary according to the temperature in your freezer Set your oven for the time indicated in your Defrosting Guide If your food is still not completely tha...

Страница 9: ...waving you use small strips of foil to shield thin parts such as the tips of wings and legs on poultry which would cook before larger parts Arcing Sparks caused by too much metal in the microwave oven or metal touching the side of the oven or foil that is not molded to food Prick Foods to Release Pressure Steam builds up pressure in foods that are tightly covered by a skin or membrane Prick foods ...

Страница 10: ...n without lids because food will heat unevenly Do not warm foods in narrow necked bottles because pressure can build up Cooking and heating Heating and serving of foods and beverages Styrofoam will melt if food is too hot or if food is cooked for a long time Cooking and heating Heating and some cooking Follow dinnerware manufacturer s recommendations Avoid using dishes with metal trim Absorbing mo...

Страница 11: ...2 cup per serving Tip Cover saucy appetizers with wax paper Cover dips with plastic wrap Microwave pastry bites uncovered to retain their crispness Bakery Foods Cake coffee cake doughnuts sweet rolls I piece nut or fruit bread 2 pieces 4 pieces 9 in cake or I 2 rolls or doughnuts Dinner rolls muffins 1 2 4 6 to 8 Pie fruit nut or custard 1 slice I slice l 8 of 9 in pie 2 slices use minimum time fo...

Страница 12: ... to 4 servings of meat slices or pieces rotate dish I 2 turn after half of cooking time Plate of Leftovers Meat plus 2 vegetables 1 plate 3 to 5 min Tip Cover plate of food with wax paper or plastic wrap Sandwiches Meat cheese filling with 2 slices of bread I to 2 servings 2 to 4 min 3 to 4 servings 4 to 6 min Moist filling Sloppy Joes barbecue hzm salad 1 to 2 servings 2 to 4 min etc in bun I 3 c...

Страница 13: ... 1 to 2 2 7 to 9 2 to 4 2 to 3 Rearrange after first half of time Turn over after first half of time Let stand 5 minutes before serving Rearrange after first half of time none 1 to 2 I none none 2 to 3 Fish Seafood Fillets Pre packaged 1 lb Freshly frozen I lb Place unopened package in oven If fish is frozen in water place in cooking dish Turn package over after first half of time After second hal...

Страница 14: ...efrost for second half of time Let stand for 30 minutes to I hour in refrigerator Turn over after first half of time Let stand 5 minutes Turn over after first half of time Let stand 15 minutes Rotate package 1 4 turn after first half of time Let stand 5 minutes Turn over and separate after first half of time Remove patties as they thaw Place unwrapped ribs in cooking dish Turn over after first hal...

Страница 15: ...pen end up in center Cakes and Desserts 1 Always use microwave safe cookware 4 Cool cake in dish set directly on heat proof surface or wooden 2 Before adding measured amount of batter grease dishes or line board 10 to 15 minutes before inverting tbem with wax paper Do not flour 5 Crust on cakes will be soft f cake is to be frosted refrigerate 3 Cakes are done when toothpick or long skewer inserted...

Страница 16: ... melt melt Stir in 5 cups crispy rice cereal marshmallows Press firmly into buttered 2 qt oblong glass dish S Mores Paper napkin or No 15 to 25 Cover graham cracker with chocolate paper plate seconds and marshmallow Cereal and Rice 1 Always use microwave safe cookware 4 Stir or rearrange after half of cooking time 2 For minute rice use the same amount of water needed for 5 Microwave time and conve...

Страница 17: ... Cover per egg Microwave at High 1 2 to 1 min per egg Let stand in water a few minutes Quiche 9 in pie plate No 8 to 10 min Pour filling into precooked shell Scrambled Glass No 314 to I x Scramble eggs with I teaspoon butter and I measuring cup min per egg tablespoon milk per egg Place in oven and or casserole microwave for hdf of total time Stir set portions from the outside to the center Let sta...

Страница 18: ... enclosing roast in cooking bag place in microwave safe carving dish If you use a meat thermometer while cooking make sure it is safe for use in microwave ovens Time Food Container Cover or Internal Temp Comments Beef Ground crumbled for casseroles or soup 1 lb I Ibs Meatballs 1 lb 2 lb Meatloaf Round loaf Patties 4 patties per lb I to 2 patties 3 to 4 patties Pot roasts Up to Ibs Tender roasts ri...

Страница 19: ...hops lightly with oil Turn meat over after half of cooking time 3 4 to 1 min Arrange in single layer on paper towels Cover with a paper towel Arrange in single layer I to I X min 2 to 2X min 2fi to 3 min 15 to 19 min Place fat side down in dish Turn ham per lb over after half of cooking time 18 to 27 min Turn over after 10 minutes Brush with barbecue sauce or browning 5 to 18 min agent if desired ...

Страница 20: ...Salt vegetables after cooking Salting before cooking may cause one corner to vent darkening and dehydration of surface 5 Larger vegetable pieces will take longer to cook than 3 Arrange vegetables such as asparagus with the thickest pieces to smaller pieces the outside of the dish 6 For more even heating stir or rearrange vegetables during cooking Vegetable Amount Time Comments AsQaragus fresh cut ...

Страница 21: ...und glass baking dish frozen I ear 2 to 4 ears Mixed vegetables frozen Peas fresh shelled frozen Potatoes fresh cubed white fresh whole sweet or white Spinach fresh 10 oz package In I qt casserole place 3 tablespoons water 2 Ibs unshelled 10 oz package 10 to 11 min 5 to 7 min In I qt casserole place 1 4 cup water In I qt casserole place 2 tablespoons water Peel and cut into l in cubes Place in 2 q...

Страница 22: ...o prevent breakage do not place tray into water just after cooking Wash it carefully in warm sudsy water or in the dishwasher The tray can be broken if dropped Remember do not operate the oven without the cooking tray in place Special note when using Brown N Sear dish If grease is present high heat generated on bottom of a Brown N Sear dish may cause the grease to burn onto the oven floor This may...

Страница 23: ... larger slot in the wall receptacle to provide proper polarity in the connection of the power cord Caution Attaching the adapter ground terminal to the wall receptacle cover screw does not ground the appliance unless the cover screw is metal and not insulated and the wall receptacle is grounded through the house wiring You should have the circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the...

Страница 24: ...ed turned or stirred Some dishes reauire soeciflc instructions Check Cooking Guide or recipe for instructions All these things are normal with your microwave oven Steam or vapor escaping from Dimming oven light and change Some TV Radio interference around the door in blower sound may occur while might be noticed while using your Light reflection around door or operating at power levels other mi ro...

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Страница 28: ...recto for GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY GENERAL ELECTRIC FACTORY SERVICE GENERAL ELECTRIC HOTPOINT FACTORY SERVICE or GENERAL ELECTRIC CUSTOMER CARE R SERVICE WHAT IS NOT COVERED Sewice trips to your home to teach you how to use the product Read your Use and Care material If you then have any questions about operating the product please contact your dealer or our Consumer Affairs office at the address ...

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