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CHAOS DEFROST MICROWAVE, GRILL AND CONVECTION Cookery Book and Operating Instructions For Models: NN-CT857 NN-CT867 NN-CT878
Standard Conversion Chart Weight 1/ 2oz 1oz 2oz 3oz 4oz 5oz 6oz 7oz 8oz 9oz 10oz 11oz 12oz 13oz 14oz 15oz 1lb/16oz – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – 15g 25g 50g 75g 100g 150g 175g 200g 225g 250g 275g 300g 350g 375g 400g 425g 450g When using recipes in this book always follow metric or imperial measurements. Do not combine the two. In some recipes the conversions are not a direct equivalent due to recipe result.
Welcome to Panasonic Microwave Cooking Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic Microwave Oven. Even if this is not your first microwave oven, do please read the opening chapters of this cookbook to achieve perfect results every time. This microwave oven has the benefit of the Inverter System Inside. This technology has been in use with microwave ovens in Japan for many years, improving the cooking performance of the oven.
Important safety instructions please read carefully and keep for future reference This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience. A 13 amp fuse is fitted in this plug. Should the fuse need to be replaced, please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 13 amps and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362. Check for the ASTA mark or the BSI mark on the body of the fuse.
Caution: Hot surfaces 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 GRILL functions the roof and walls will be very hot. 2.
Important safety instructions please read carefully and keep for future reference Before using your oven 1. Exterior oven surfaces, including air vents on the cabinet and the oven door will get hot during CONVECTION, COMBINATION and GRILLING, take care when opening or closing the door and when inserting or removing food and accessories. 2. The oven has an element situated in the top of the oven. After using the CONVECTION, COMBINATION and GRILL function, this surface will be very hot.
Care & Cleaning of your Microwave Oven IMPORTANT It is essential for the safe operation of the oven that it is kept clean, and wiped out after each use. Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition could lead to deterioration of the surface that could adversely affect the life of the appliance and possibly result in a hazardous situation. microwave oven is operated under high humidity conditions and in no way indicates a malfunction of the unit or microwave leakage. 1.
Maintenance of your oven The door seals and door seal areas should always be kept clean – use a damp cloth. 1. Service WHEN YOUR OVEN REQUIRES A SERVICE call your local Panasonic engineer. You can look on the Panasonic web site (www.panasonic.co.uk) under the “Support” option, where a service dealer locater can be found or alternatively call our Customer Care Centre on 0844 8443868 who can recommend an engineer.
Parts of Your Oven 9. Arcing may occur if the incorrect weight of food is used, a metal container has been used incorrectly, or the accessories have been damaged. If this occurs, stop the machine immediately. You can continue to cook by GRILL OR CONVECTION ONLY. 10. Always refer to instructions for correct accessories to use on all programs. The glass turntable and roller ring are the only accessories used for Microwave Cooking.
Important Information – Read Carefully Safety If smoke or a fire occurs in the oven, press Stop/Cancel pad and leave the door closed in order to stifle any flames. Disconnect the power cord, or shut off power at the fuse or the circuit breaker panel. 3. Christmas Pudding. Christmas puddings and other foods high in fats or sugar, e.g. jam, mince pies, must not be over heated. These foods must never be left unattended as with over cooking these foods can ignite.
Important Information – Read Carefully 11. Reheating. It is essential that reheated food is served “piping hot”. 7. Lids. Always remove the lids of jars and containers and takeaway food containers before you microwave them. If you don’t then steam and pressure might build up inside and cause an explosion even after the microwave cooking has stopped. Remove the food from the oven and check that it is “piping hot”, i.e. steam is being emitted from all parts and any sauce is bubbling.
Important Information – Read Carefully 13. Standing Time. Standing time refers to the period at the end of cooking or reheating when food is left before being eaten, i.e. it is a rest time which allows the heat in the food to continue to conduct to the centre, thus eliminating cold spots. 18. Babies Bottles and Food Jars. When reheating babies bottles always remove top and teat.
Microwaving Principles Microwave energy has been used in this country to cook and reheat food since early 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. HOW MICROWAVES COOK FOOD In a microwave oven, electricity is converted into microwaves by the MAGNETRON.
General Guidelines STANDING TIME Dense foods e.g. meat, jacket potatoes and cakes, require a STANDING TIME (inside or outside of the oven) after cooking, to allow heat to finish conducting to cook the centre completely. I I I I I I I I I I 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.
General Guidelines DISH SIZE Follow the dish sizes given in the recipes, as these affect the cooking and reheating times. A quantity of food spread in a bigger dish cooks and reheats more quickly. QUANTITY Small quantities cook faster than large quantities, also small meals will reheat more quickly than large portions. SPACING Foods cook more quickly and evenly if spaced apart. NEVER pile foods on top of each other. SHAPE Even shapes cook evenly.
Containers to use Choosing the correct container is a very important factor in deciding the success or failure of your cooking. Testing Dishes for Suitability - For Microwave Cooking Only. When unsure that a cooking container is suitable for use in your microwave, check by the following test: 1. Fill a microwave safe measuring jug with 300ml (1⁄2pt) cold water. 2. Place it on the turntable alongside the dish to be tested.
Containers to use PLASTIC Many plastic containers are designed for microwave use, but do not use for cooking foods high in sugar or fat or for foods that require long cooking times e.g. brown rice. Only use Tupperware® containers if they are designed for microwave use. Do not use Melamine. Never cook in margarine cartons or yoghurt pots, as these will melt with the heat from the food. If heatproof they can be used for CONVECTION or COMBINATION cooking. DO NOT USE UNDER THE GRILL.
Control Panels NN-CT857 NN-CT867 NN-CT878 (3) Chaos Defrost (1) (4) Vegetables 1 h 10 min Chicken Meat 1 min 10 sec Micro Power Grill 1-2-3 Auto Weight Chaos Defrost Programs (4) Auto Sensor Programs (5) Auto Weight Combination Bake Programs (6) Microwave Power Pad (7) Grill Pad (8) Convection Pad (9) Turbo-Bake Pad (8) (9) (13) lb/oz Conversion Pad (6) Convection Turbo-Bake (10) Memory Combination Timer more less (11) (12) (13) (14) Bake (3) (12) Timer Pad: This can b
Let’s Start to Use your Oven 1 Plug in Plug into a 13 amp fused electrical socket. You will be reminded to read your operating instructions. 2 Chaos Defrost Press Timer Pad Twice Set clock as a 12hr clock. Set time using time pads. Press timer pad again. (See page 18 for details). Vegetables Potatoes 1 h 10 min 1 min 10 sec 3 Fish Micro Power Grill 1-2-3 Pizza Convection Turbo-Bake Press Convection Pad (This procedure is to burn off the oil used for rust protection in the oven.
Setting the Clock Example of how to set 1.25pm 1 h 10 min 1 min 10 sec Press once Press five times G G Press Timer Pad twice Colon starts to blink. “SET TIME” will appear in the display window. 1 h 10 min 1 min 10 sec Press twice 1 h 10 min 1 min 10 sec Inoperable G Press Time Pads Press Timer Pad Enter time of day by pressing Colon stops blinking. Time of Time Pads day is now locked into the e.g. 1.25pm (12hr clock). display. N.B. 1. To reset time of day, repeat steps above. 2.
Microwave Cooking and Defrosting ACCESSORY TO USE: When using your oven on MICROWAVE only, the glass turntable provided must always be in position. DO NOT attempt to use microwave only with any metal accessory in the oven. DO NOT place food directly onto the turntable except in the case of Jacket Potatoes cooked by MICROWAVE only. Foods reheated or cooked by MICROWAVE only are normally covered with a lid or cling film, unless otherwise stated. Two Stage Cooking: e.g.
Auto Weight Defrost Programs Chaos Defrost This feature allows you to defrost minced meat, chops, chicken portions, meat joints and bread. The CHAOS defrost pad should be pressed to select the correct category and then enter in the weight of the food in grams or pounds and ounces using the appropriate pads (See page 19). Foods should be placed in a suitable dish, whole chickens and joints of meat should be on an upturned saucer or on a rack.
Defrosting Guidelines By selecting the DEFROST power level from the microwave power pad, and setting a time, you can defrost food in your microwave. The biggest problem is getting the inside defrosted before the outside starts to cook. For this reason a defrost program alternates between a defrost power and a standing time. The name for this type of defrost is cyclic and during the standing stages there is not any microwave power in the oven, although the light will remain on and the turntable will turn.
22 2 mins 3-4 mins 100 g ( x1) 227 g ( x4) Beef burgers 500g (1lb 2oz) 500g (1lb 2oz) 500g (1lb 2oz) 300g (11oz) 800g (1lb12 oz) 700g (1lb 8oz) Minced Beef Stewing Steak Lamb Chops Lamb Fillets Lamb Shanks x 4 Pork Ribs 10 mins 12-14 mins 3-4 mins 10 mins 12-14 mins 10-12 mins 10 mins Place in a suitable dish in a single layer. Turn twice. Place in a suitable dish. Separate and turn twice. 30 mins 45 mins 15 mins Place in a suitable dish in a single layer. Turn twice.
23 100g (2) 500g (8) 1.5 Kg (3lb 5oz) 150g (5oz) 350g (12oz) 500g (1lb 2oz) 800g (1 lb 12oz) 500g (1lb 2oz) 450g (1lb) Whole Chicken Chicken Portions x1 x2 x3/4 Chicken Drumsticks x6 Turkey Breast fillets Duck Breast Fillets 250g (9oz) Bacon Sausages 350g (12oz) WEIGHT Pork Chops MEAT FOOD Place in a suitable dish. Turn twice. Place in a suitable dish. Turn twice. 20 mins 10 mins Place in a suitable dish. Turn twice. Place in a suitable dish. Turn. Place in a suitable dish.
24 2 ½ mins 250g (9oz) 500g (1lb 2oz) Butter Shortcrust /Puff pastry 4-5 mins 4-5 mins 5-6 mins 3-4 mins 500g (1lb 2oz) 350g (12oz) Gateau 8-9 mins 500g (1lb 2oz) 500g (1lb 2oz) Soft fruit 10-20 secs Meringue Dessert 30g (1oz) Slice of Bread 5 mins 10 mins 8-10 mins Cheesecake 400g (14oz) 450g (1lb) Sliced bread GENERAL Prawns 500g (1lb2oz) 10 mins 15 mins Place on a plate.
Using the Timer Pad The Timer Pad is used as a timing pad either before, during or after a cooking program. When the Timer is selected with a time, there is no microwave power in the oven during this time. 1. To Set a Standing Time: Cooking option & Time G Set the desired Cooking Program, by selecting appropriate Cooking option. 1 h 10 min 1 min 10 sec Timer G Then Press the Timer Pad. G Set desired standing time (max 9hrs 99mins) (10 sec. pad is inoperable).
Grilling The radiant Grill system on the oven gives efficient cooking for a wide variety of foods e.g. chops, sausages, steak, toast, oven chips etc. ALWAYS PREHEAT THE GRILL BEFORE USE. The metal tray must be on the glass turntable when preheating, unless you are using the enamel shelf. Grill 1-2-3 1 h 10 min 1 min 10 sec Start Start • Select Grill power. • Press Start to • Press Time pads • Press Start. Press once for Grill preheat. to enter cooking The cooking 1 (High), “P” will appear in time.
Grilling OVEN ACCESSORIES TO USE When grilling foods the Glass Turntable should be in position, with the High Wire Rack and the Metal Tray on top. The splash guard is placed inside the metal tray when cooking fatty foods. Or the enamel shelf can be used for grilling large quantities of food or to brown off a dish of food, but we do not recommend using this for fatty foods that can splatter. Place food on Splash Guard in the Metal Tray on the High Wire Rack on Turntable.
Convection Cooking Your Dimension 4 Combination Oven can be used as a conventional oven using the CONVECTION mode which incorporates a heating element with a fan. Convection cooking is ideal for all cakes, pastries, yorkshire puddings and roast meats. You can cook on one or two levels when using convection cooking. See individual recipes and guidelines on page 29 and 30 for recommended accessories to use. For best results always place food in a preheated oven.
Convection Cooking GUIDELINES When using the oven as a CONVECTION oven, there is NO MICROWAVE POWER, i.e. the oven is operating as a conventional oven and you can use all your standard metal baking tins and ovenware. It is possible to cook on one or two levels when using convection cooking. OVEN ACCESSORIES TO USE ONE LEVEL COOKING.
TWO LEVEL COOKING When cooking on two levels use both the shelves supplied, with the enamel shelf on the lower level and the wire shelf on the upper level. The glass turntable and roller ring should be removed. Depending on the recipe, you can preheat with or without the shelves in position. See individual recipes for details. Cooking Large Dishes of Food Batch Baking The shelves are ideal for batch baking and when cooking in a large dish that will not turn on the turntable.
31 1 275°F 300°F 375°F Large Rich Fruit Cakes To start Rich Fruit Cakes (then reduce), Lemon Meringue Gingerbread, Cookies Small Tarts 130°C 140°C 150°C 160°C 170°C Garlic Bread, Roast Potatoes 450°F 475°F 8-9 6 7 Choux Pastry, Scones, 400°F Bread, Sausage Rolls, 425°F Vol-au-Vents, Roast Potatoes, Yorkshires Mice Pies, Treacle Tarts, Chicken Roulades, Quiche, Lasagne 5 TEMP GAS °F MARK 350°F 4 375°F Souffle, Victoria Sandwich, Fairy Cakes USE For best results always place food in a preheat
TURBO-BAKE Cooking The oven can be programmed to cook or reheat food by the grill and the convection oven working simultaneously, to give foods that extra crispness and colour. This is known as TURBO-BAKE and can often reduce traditional oven cooking times. ALWAYS PREHEAT BEFORE USE. The Metal Tray must be on the Glass Turntable when preheating, unless you are using the enamel shelf on the lower level. If using enamel shelf, remove glass turntable and roller ring.
TURBO-BAKE Cooking OVEN ACCESSORIES TO USE When using TURBO-BAKE the Glass Turntable should be in position and must have the Metal Tray placed on top. Or the enamel shelf can be used for Turbo-Bake cooking, on the lower level, when cooking larger quantities of food. If using enamel shelf, remove glass turntable and roller ring. Food can be placed on the Low Rack or Metal Tray on High Wire Rack - see individual recipe for guidelines.
Combination Cooking Your oven has three methods of cooking by Combination. 1. Convection and Microwave 2. Grill and Microwave 3. Turbo-Bake and Microwave If you experience arcing, which is when you see blue sparks or hear crackling noises, the metal container is unsuitable or you have insufficient food in the oven. You should stop the program immediately and change the container or re-program to CONVECTION only. To cook successfully by COMBINATION you should always use a minimum of 200 g (7oz) food.
Combination Cooking 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 - heatproof glass e.g. Pyrex® or ceramic are ideal. But do not put dishes on the High Wire Rack directly under the grill, use the Low Rack. OVEN ACCESSORIES When using any Combination cooking program the Glass Turntable should be in position and must have the Metal Tray placed on top. Combination 1.
Combination 1. Convection and Microwave OVEN ACCESSORIES TO USE When using Combination cooking the Glass Turntable should be in position and must have the Metal Tray on top. Non-metallic dishes or items of food can be placed directly onto the Low Rack on the Metal Tray on the Glass Turntable. Small items should be placed in a heatproof dish on the Low Rack. Joints and portions of meat should be placed on the Low Rack with Splash Guard on the Metal Tray on the Glass Turntable.
Combination 1. Convection and Microwave The chart below gives suggestions for Combination programs. For cooking times refer to cooking charts or a similar recipe in the book. It is not possible to use HIGH or DEFROST Microwave Power in this mode. Press Combination Pad first, then select CONVECTION temperature. Lastly, select Microwave Power and set cooking time.
Combination 2. Grill and Microwave Grill 1 - HIGH This Combination mode is suitable for foods which are normally grilled and for reheating small savoury items. Grill 2 - MEDIUM Grill 3 - LOW Do not use this program with less than 200 g (7 oz) of food. It is necessary to preheat when using this Combination mode and food should always be cooked uncovered. To Preheat Grill Combination Micro Power Grill 1-2-3 Start • Press Combination • Select Grill Power. • Select Microwave • Press Start to Pad.
Combination 2. Grill and Microwave OVEN ACCESSORIES TO USE When using Combination cooking the Glass Turntable should be in position and must have the Metal Tray on top, when preheating. After preheating food should be placed directly onto the Metal Tray or on the Splash guard inside the Metal Tray, which sits on the High Wire Rack. This is then placed on the Glass Turntable. GUIDELINES • Food is always cooked UNCOVERED.
Combination 3. TURBO-BAKE and Microwave This Combination mode is very useful for foods which require quick browning or crisping. Unsuitable foods are casseroles, cakes, meringues, pastries with sweet fillings, foods containing whisked eggs and yorkshire puddings. It is not necessary to preheat and food should always be cooked uncovered. Combination Grill 1-2-3 Turbo-Bake Micro Power • Press Combination • Press to select • Press to select Grill • Press to select Pad. oven temperature.
Combination 3. TURBO-BAKE and Microwave OVEN ACCESSORIES TO USE When using Combination cooking the Glass Turntable should be in position and must have the Metal Tray on top. Non-metallic dishes or items of food can be placed directly onto Low Rack on the Metal Tray on the Glass Turntable. Small items should be placed in a heatproof dish on the Low Rack. Food can also be placed directly onto the Metal Tray on the High Wire Rack on the Glass Turntable. GUIDELINES • Food is always cooked UNCOVERED.
Auto Sensor Programs These features allow you to cook or reheat foods automatically. There is no need to enter the weight, as these programs use a humidity sensor which will automatically select the Microwave power level and/or Combination setting and calculate the cooking time. Crispy Top Start Potatoes • Press Start. The food category will be • Select the desired Auto Sensor program, repeated in the display window until the by pressing the pad.
Auto Sensor Programs Guidelines for Use For the auto sensor programs it is not necessary to enter the weight of the 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 44-47. 3. It is essential when using the Auto Sensor Programs, which use microwave only, to cover the food with pierced cling film or a lid that is designed to fit the dish. 4.
Auto Sensor and Sensor Combi Cook Programs For perfect results ensure that the oven is cold before using any sensor program. 1 Fresh Vegetables To cook FRESH vegetables e.g. carrots, cauliflower, not suitable for potatoes. Place prepared vegetables into a shallow container on Glass Turntable. Add 15ml (1tbsp) of water per 100 g of vegetables. Cover with pierced cling film or lid. Press the vegetables pad once. Press START. M 2 Frozen Vegetables Vegetables To cook FROZEN vegetables.
5 Jacket Potatoes To cook JACKET POTATOES with a crisper drier skin. Choose medium sized potatoes 200-250g (7-9oz), for best results. Wash and dry potatoes and prick with a fork several times. Place on Low Rack on Metal Tray on Glass Turntable. Press the potatoes pad twice. Press START. C 6 Roast Potatoes Potatoes For ROASTING potatoes. Cut potatoes into even sized pieces and place on Metal Tray with 45ml (3tbsp) oil. Place the Metal Tray on Low Rack on Glass Turntable.
9 Chilled Pizza For reheating, crisping the base and browning CHILLED, purchased pizza. Remove all packaging and place chilled pizza on the High Wire Rack on Metal Tray on the Glass Turntable. Press the chilled pizza pad once. Press START. DO NOT COVER. Pizza C 10 Whole Chicken C To cook WHOLE FRESH unstuffed chickens. Cook stuffing separately. Place chicken on Low Rack with Splash Guard on Metal Tray and place on Glass Turntable. Press the chicken pad once then press START.
13 Meat Casserole For cubed meat (e.g. braising steak, lamb, pork, not chicken) and vegetables. Place in a suitable sized casserole dish with stock. Use a minimum of 400 ml of stock. If you use a ‘cookin-sauce’, also add the same quantity of water. Cover with lid. Place on Metal Tray on Glass Turntable. Press meat pad once and press START. When oven beeps, stir the casserole. C 14 Meat - Sauce Meat To cook raw mince beef based sauce, i.e.
Auto Weight Cook Programs This feature allows you to cook or reheat two foods by setting the weight only. The oven determines the Microwave power level and/or Combination setting, 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. more less Start Bake G Select the desired Auto Weight Program, by pressing the pad. The pad can be pressed once or twice to select one of the two programs available.
Auto Weight Programs Minimum/Maximum Weights to use on Auto Weight Programs 18 Bake Cake To BAKE cakes from the raw ingredients. A range of medium textured cakes can be cooked. See recipes in baking section, pages 137-146. Use smooth, and preferably seamless, metal cake tins. Place directly onto the Metal Tray on the Glass Turntable. DO NOT use spring form tins. Press Bake pad twice, enter the weight of the cake (excluding tin) and press START. C M = Microwave cooking only C = Combination e.g.
Cooking and Reheating Guidelines MINCE PIES - CAUTION REMEMBER even if the pastry is cold to the touch, the filling will be piping hot and will warm the pastry through. Take care not to overheat otherwise burning can occur due to the high fat and sugar content of the filling. Check the temperature of the filling before consuming to avoid burning your mouth. CHRISTMAS PUDDINGS AND LIQUIDS - CAUTION Take great care when reheating these items. See Page 8-9. Do not leave unattended. Do not add extra alcohol.
Memory This feature allows you to pre-program your oven for regular reheating or cooking tasks. You are able to pre-program your oven for a specific power level and time that is convenient for you. You are able to pre-program three memory tasks. To set a Memory Program Memory Program the desired cooking program. Memory • Press Memory Pad to store this task or press Start Pad to start cooking in this sequence. • Press Memory Pad. The oven is automatically preset to memory 1.
Microwave symbol E 1000W The heating category for small packs of food The IEC (60705) power output (watts) 52 1 1/2 mins 2 1/2 - 3 mins HIGH Micro HIGH Micro 400g 200g 400g Macaroni Cheese Spaghetti Place in a heatproof bowl and cover. Place on glass turntable and stir halfway. Place in a heatproof bowl and cover. Place on glass turntable and stir halfway. Place in a heatproof bowl and cover. Place on glass turntable and stir halfway. Place in a heatproof bowl and cover.
53 Baked Beans 200g 415g HIGH Micro HIGH Micro HIGH Micro 500ml 2 Portion CANNED VEGETABLES HIGH Micro HIGH Micro HIGH Micro 250ml 400/415g 415g HIGH Micro 1 Portion CHILLED SOUPS Luxury/Vegetable /Broth/Cremed Healthy Option Condensed 425g HIGH Micro HIGH Micro 150g 425g Custard CANNED SOUPS HIGH Micro 300g Sponge Pudding HIGH Micro HIGH Micro Power Level 150g 425g Weight / Quantity Rice Pudding CANNED PUDDINGS Food 1 ½-2 mins 3-3 ½ mins 4-5 mins 1 ½-2 ½ mins 3 mins 2
290g 300g 200g 300g 300g Mushrooms Peas, mushy Peas, petit pois Peas, garden Peas, marrowfat 54 1 Large - adult portion Place in a heatproof bowl and cover. Place on glass turntable and stir halfway. Place in a heatproof bowl, cover and place on glass turntable. Place in a heatproof bowl, cover and place on glass turntable. Place in a heatproof bowl and cover. Place on glass turntable and stir halfway. Place in a heatproof mug on glass turntable. Stir halfway and after reheating.
Weight/ Quantity Choice of Cooking Modes Time (mins.) Instructions/ Guidelines 55 150g 500g 600g 700g Chilled Rice Pudding Fruit Crumble Fruit Pie - Large 40-50 secs 120g Spotted Dick/ Sponge Puddings HIGH Micro 40 secs HIGH Micro 120g Sweet Pancakes x 2 Place on micro-safe plate on glass turntable. 10-15 secs Pierce film lid and place on glass turntable. Place on micro-safe plate on glass turntable. Place on micro-safe plate on glass turntable. Place on metal tray on glass turntable.
Weight/ Quantity Choice of Cooking Modes Time (mins.) Instructions/ Guidelines 454g Large HIGH Micro HIGH Micro HIGH Micro Pierce film lid and place on glass turntable. Pierce film lid and place on glass turntable. 2 ½-3 mins Pierce film lid and place on glass turntable. 30-40 secs 1-1 ½ 56 Macaroni Cheese Lasagne Fish/Veg Bake 1.2 Kg 400g 1.2 Kg 550g 400g 950g 450g 1.
Weight/ Quantity Choice of Cooking Modes Time (mins.) Instructions/ Guidelines Combi: TURBO-BAKE 250°C + GRILL 1 + WARM Micro Onion Bhajis/Samosas Place on low rack on metal tray on glass turntable. Place on low rack on metal tray on glass turntable.
Weight / Quantity Power Level Time Instructions/ Guidelines 58 175g 150g 200g Sausage/Cheese and onion rolls - Snack size x 6 400g 175g 600g 250g Cheese and Onion Pasties Quiche 150/175g Meat Pies 150g x 2 150/165g 165g/180g Pasties/Slices Place on metal tray on low rack on glass turntable. Place on metal tray on low rack on glass turntable. 9-10 mins 8-9 mins Place on low rack on metal tray on glass turntable. Place on heatproof plate on glass turntable.
59 300g (6) 250g 195g Part-baked rolls Part-baked Garlic Baguette/ Ciabatta Garlic Dough Balls x 16 Combi: TURBO-BAKE 250°C + GRILL 1 + WARM Micro Combi: TURBO-BAKE 250°C + GRILL 1 + WARM Micro Combi: TURBO-BAKE 250°C + GRILL 1 + WARM Micro Combi: TURBO-BAKE 250°C + GRILL 1 + WARM Micro Choice of Cooking Modes Place on low rack on metal tray on glass turntable. Place on low rack on metal tray on glass turntable. 7-8 mins 5 mins Place on low rack on metal tray on glass turntable.
Weight/ Quantity Choice of Cooking Modes Time (mins.) Instructions/ Guidelines 60 250g 250g HIGH Micro then SIMMER Micro HIGH Micro then SIMMER Micro 15mins then 30 mins 15 mins then 35-40 mins Use 600 ml (1pt) boiling water in a large bowl. Cover and place on a glass turntable. Must boil for at least 12 mins to destroy toxic enzymes. Use 600 ml (1pt) boiling water in a large bowl. Cover and place on a glass turntable. Must boil for at least 12 mins to destroy toxic enzymes.
450g-675g Stewing steak 61 15 mins med 18 mins well done 1.0 kg 500g (4) 150g (1) Chicken legs Drumsticks/Thighs Kiev (fresh) 300g ((2) 300g 25 mins 7-8 mins 25 mins 15 mins Combi: TURBO BAKE 230°C 9-10 mins + GRILL 1 + Warm Micro Combi: TURBO BAKE 230°C 15 mins + GRILL 1 + WARM Micro MEDIUM Micro or TURBO BAKE 250°C + GRILL 1 MEDIUM Micro or TURBO BAKE 250°C + GRILL 1 Combi: TURBO BAKE 240°C 10 mins + GRILL 1 + WARM Micro CHICKEN FROM RAW – CAUTION: HOT FAT! REMOVE ACCESSORY WITH CARE.
62 Time (mins.) HIGH Micro then MEDIUM Micro HIGH Micro then MEDIUM Micro HIGH Micro then MEDIUM Micro HIGH Micro HIGH Micro 2 eggs 4 eggs 20 secs 20secs 30 secs 30 secs 1 min 1 min 1 min 20 secs- soft 1 min 50 secs- firmer 5 ½ mins 40 secs- soft 50 secs- firmer 3 mins 1 min 30 secs- soft 40 secs- firmer MEDIUM Micro 9 mins per 450g or Combi: CONVECTION 190°C 12 mins per 450g + SIMMER Micro Choice of Cooking Modes EGGS – SCRAMBLED.
Weight/ Quantity 250g 300g Calamari FIllets 63 250g 500-600g Whole x 1 Whole x 2 700g 350g (x2) 200g 200g (x2) Cakes Breaded Scampi/Scallops Steaks 350g (x2) Breaded fillets FISH – FRESH FROM RAW Lightly dusted fillets 300g Food Place on low rack on metal tray on glass turntable. Turn halfway. Place on low rack on metal tray on glass turntable. Turn halfway. Pre-heat oven. Place on metal tray on low rack on glass turntable. Place in a shallow dish. Add 30 ml of liquid.
Combi: TURBO-BAKE 240°C + GRILL 2 + SIMMER Micro MEDIUM Micro 300g 125g (4) 300g 300g 150g Calamari Fish Fingers Fillets Scampi Boil in the bag 250g (8) Combi: TURBO-BAKE 250°C + GRILL 2 + WARM Micro Combi: TURBO-BAKE 250°C + GRILL 2 + WARM Micro LOW Micro 250g (2) Cakes Combi: TURBO-BAKE 250°C + GRILL 2 + WARM Micro Combi: TURBO-BAKE 250°C+ GRILL 2 + WARM Micro 350g (2) Breaded fillets Combi: TURBO-BAKE 230°C + GRILL 2 + WARM Micro Weight/ Choice of Cooking Modes Quantity FISH - FROZEN
Weight/ Quantity Choice of Cooking Modes Time (mins.) Instructions/ Guidelines 65 HIGH Micro HIGH Micro HIGH Micro HIGH Micro Pheasant, whole Pancakes CONVECTION 180°C Combi: TURBO BAKE 250°C + GRILL 1 HIGH Micro 500g Crispy Duck CONVECTION 200°C CONVECTION 190°C 360g Duck, whole Duck breast fillets GAME- CAUTION: HOT FAT! REMOVE DISH WITH CARE.
Weight/ Quantity Choice of Cooking Modes Time (mins.) 66 GRILL 1 Combi: CONVECTION 160°C + WARM Micro 400g (4) 500g Chops/Cutlets Casserole/Stewing Lamb HIGH Micro HIGH Micro HIGH Micro HIGH Micro 200g 250g 250g 250g Fusilli/Macaroni/ Penne Lasagne Linguine/ Tagliatelle Spaghetti PASTA- N.B USE A LARGE BOWL.
Weight/ Quantity Choice of Cooking Modes 140-180g Thin and Crispy Combi: TURBO BAKE 240°C + GRILL 1 + SIMMER Micro Combi: TURBO BAKE 250°C + GRILL 1 + WARM Micro Combi: TURBO BAKE 250°C + GRILL 1 + WARM Micro 67 Combi: TURBO BAKE 240°C + GRILL 1 + SIMMER Micro Combi: TURBO BAKE 240°C + GRILL 1 + SIMMER Micro Combi: TURBO BAKE 240°C + GRILL 1 + SIMMER Micro 50g oats HIGH Micro 275ml (1/2 pt milk) 100g oats HIGH Micro 550ml (1 pt milk) 2 servings 4 servings 25g oats HIGH Micro 150ml (1/4 pt milk) 1
68 240g Escalopes 250g 250g 250g 250g Basmati Basmati- Brown Easy Cook Long Grain Long Grain White HIGH Micro HIGH Micro HIGH Micro HIGH Micro Combi: TURBO-BAKE 230°C + GRILL 2 + WARM Micro Combi: TURBO-BAKE 220°C + GRILL 2 + WARM Micro 350g (2) Croutes RICE HIGH Micro or GRILL 2 227g (2) Burgers QUORN® TURBO BAKE 250°C + GRILL 1 Oven Fries/Southern 300g Fries/Wedges 10 mins 15 mins 20 mins 10 mins 10 mins 8-9 mins 2-3 mins 8-10 mins 12-14 mins Use 550ml (1 pt) boiling water.
Weight/ Quantity Choice of Cooking Modes Time (mins.) 69 8 mins 11-12 mins per 450g MEDIUM Micro Combi: CONVECTION 190°C + SIMMER Micro 10-12 mins 10-12 mins 15 mins HIGH Micro HIGH Micro HIGH Micro HIGH Micro HIGH Micro 200g 450g 250g 200g 400g Baby corn Beetroot Broccoli Brussel Sprouts Butternut Squash HIGH Micro 200g Asparagus 8 mins 5-6 mins 5-6 mins 12 mins 5 mins 3-4 mins FRESH VEGETABLES – PLACE IN SHALLOW DISH (EXCEPT JACKET POTATOES).
Weight/ Quantity Choice of Cooking Modes 400g 250g x2 Cauliflower- florets Courgettes Corn on the cob HIGH Micro HIGH Micro HIGH Micro HIGH Micro HIGH Micro HIGH Micro HIGH Micro 400g (4) 250g 300g 300g 200g 500g Leeks- sliced Mushrooms Parsnips- parboiled for roasting -sliced Peas Potatoes- boiled Potatoes- Par-boiled 500g HIGH Micro HIGH Micro 70 4-5 mins 8-10 mins 3-4 mins Add 3 tbsp (45ml) water. Cover and place on glass turntable. Add 3 tbsp (45ml) water.
Weight/ Quantity Choice of Cooking Modes 71 HIGH Micro HIGH Micro HIGH Micro HIGH Micro 300g 300g 450g 450g 400g 300g Spinach Sugar Snap Peas Swede- cubed Swede- diced for mashing Sweet Potato Turnip HIGH Micro HIGH Micro HIGH Micro HIGH POWER OR Combi: TURBO-BAKE 250°C+ GRILL1+SIMMER MICRO HIGH POWER or Combi: TURBO-BAKE 250°C+ GRILL1+SIMMER MICRO HIGH POWER or Combi: TURBO-BAKE 250°C+ GRILL1+SIMMER MICRO HIGH POWER or Combi: TURBO-BAKE 250°C+ GRILL1+SIMMER MICRO 200g x6 x4 x2 x1 Runn
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Increasing and Decreasing Recipes • When doubling a recipe from 4 to 8 add on half the original cooking time, i.e. 30 mins. on MEDIUM power for 4 servings will become 45 mins. on MEDIUM power for 8 servings. INCREASING RECIPES • To increase a recipe from 4 to 6 servings, increase each ingredient listed by half. To double the quantity, simply double every ingredient listed. DECREASING RECIPES • Do not forget that large quantities will require a larger dish.
S O U P S & S T A R T E R S Soups and Starters Ingredients 25g (1oz) butter 1 medium onion, coarsely chopped 700g (1½ lb) peeled carrots, sliced 700ml (1¼ pints) vegetable stock grated zest of ½ orange 90ml (6tbsp) orange juice 60ml (4tbsp) crème fraiche salt & black pepper 15ml (1tbsp) fresh chives, cut into pieces Ingredients 15g (½oz) dried porcini 700ml (1¼ pt) vegetable stock 25g (1oz) butter 2 garlic cloves, crushed 60ml (4tbsp) finely chopped parsley 400g (14oz) chestnut mushrooms, roughly choppe
Serves 4 1. Place the oil, onion and garlic in a large bowl. Place on glass turntable and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 2 mins. 2. Add the potato and pepper. Cover and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 5 mins. 3. Add stock, cover and cook on MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 20 mins. or until the potatoes are soft, stirring halfway. Allow to cool slightly. 4. Place in liquidiser and puree until smooth. 5. Stir in the coconut milk and season to taste. Heat on MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 3 mins. or until piping hot.
S O U P S & S T A R T E R S Ingredients 250g (9oz) ready made puff pastry 15 ml (1tbsp) olive oil 225g (8oz) onions peeled & sliced 25g (1oz) pine nuts 100g (4oz) feta cheese crumbled 25g (1oz) pitted black olives roughly chopped 75g (3oz) sun-dried tomatoes, roughly chopped 15g (½oz) capers salt and freshly ground black pepper Ingredients 250g (9oz) tail end of salmon, boned, skinned, and cut into bite-sized pieces.
Red Pepper & Mushroom Bruschetta Serves 4 Ingredients Serves 4 1 small French baguette, cut into 8 slices Oven Accessory: glass turntable + metal tray on high wire rack 60 ml (4tbsp) cranberry sauce 175g (6oz) brie, sliced 1. Pre-heat grill on GRILL 1. sesame seeds 2. Place the slices of baguette on the metal tray. Place on rack and toast on GRILL 1 for 3 mins. or until lightly toasted. 3. Turn the slices over and spread each slice with cranberry sauce. 4.
S O U P S & S T A R T E R S Ingredients 50g (2oz) butter 1garlic clove, crushed 15ml (1tbsp) dried mixed herbs salt & pepper 8 field mushrooms approx 225g (8oz) Ingredients young spinach leaves 25g (1oz) butter 2 garlic cloves, crushed 450g (1lb) mushrooms, finely chopped 75g (3 oz) fine oatmeal 1 egg yolk 100g (4oz) cream cheese 30ml (2tbsp) chopped fresh herbs 15ml (1tbsp) lemon juice Garlic Mushrooms with Herbs Serves 4 Dish: small bowl Oven Accessory: shallow dish 1.
Fish For fish with a strong odour, eliminate the smell after cooking by placing 600 ml (1 pt) of boiling water and 1 sliced lemon in a large bowl, cook on SIMMER for 20 mins. Wipe out oven with a dry cloth. WHOLE FISH ARRANGING LIQUID NOISE Thin fillets of fish i.e. plaice, should be rolled up prior to cooking to avoid overcooking on the thinner outside edge and tail. Fresh fish should always be sprinkled with 30 ml (2 tbsp) of lemon juice, white wine or water.
F I S H Ingredients 4 salmon fillets each 100-150g (4-6oz) marinade 15ml (1tbsp) honey 30ml (2tbsp) dark soy sauce 15ml (1tbsp) sherry 1 garlic clove, crushed 5ml (1tsp) fresh root ginger, grated Ingredients 4 salmon fillets each 100-150g (4-6oz) marinade 45ml (3tbsp) white wine 1 garlic clove, crushed 5ml (1tsp) fresh root ginger, grated mango salsa 2 red chillies, seeds removed, thinly sliced 100g (4oz) peeled cooked prawns 4 spring onions, thinly sliced 1 small garlic clove, finely chopped 1 ripe but f
Stuffed Citrus Trout Serves Serves 4 Oven Accessory: glass turntable + metal tray on low wire rack 1. Wash the fish and pat dry. Fill the fish cavities with the onions, mushrooms and ginger and arrange the fish on the metal tray. 2. Pour over the soy sauce and lime juice. Season and marinade for one hour in the fridge. 3. Place tray on rack and cook on COMBINATION: TURBO-BAKE 200°C + GRILL 1 + WARM MICROWAVE for 15 mins.
F I S H Ingredients juice of ½ lemon 100g (4oz) fresh pesto sauce salt and pepper 4 x 175g (6oz) thick cut haddock or cod fillets 700g (1½ lb) waxy new potatoes (such as charlotte) 2 medium red onions 1 red pepper, seeded 1 yellow pepper, seeded 1 orange pepper, seeded 2 garlic cloves, crushed 15ml (1tbsp) extra virgin olive oil 100g (4oz) black olives, chopped (optional) lemon wedges and crisp green salad, to serve Ingredients 450g (1lb) white fish 50g (2oz) butter 50g (2oz) flour 450 ml (¾ pt) milk 300 m
Ingredients 600g (1lb 5oz) potatoes, cooked and sliced 450g (1lb) smoked haddock 30ml (2 tbsp) lemon juice 1 large onion, sliced 15ml (1 tbsp) oil 40g (1½oz) butter 40g (1½oz) flour 3ml ( ½tsp) mustard 600ml (1 pt) milk salt and pepper 100g (4 oz) Red Leicester cheese 75g (3oz) wholemeal breadcrumbs Prawn and Haddock Pie Serves 6 Dish: large jug, shallow dish 20 x 25cm (8"x10") Oven Accessory: glass turntable + low wire rack on metal tray 1.
F I S H Ingredients 1 medium onion, finely chopped 2 garlic cloves, crushed 50g (2oz) butter 25g (1oz) plain flour 100 ml (4fl.oz) white wine 100 ml (4fl.oz) milk 150 ml (¼ pt) single cream 100g (4oz) Emmental cheese 450g (1lb) mixed cooked seafood salt & pepper to season 100g (4oz) Tortilla chips 100g (4oz) breadcrumbs Ingredients 1.
Ingredients 25g (1oz) butter 1 clove garlic, crushed 1 small onion, finely chopped 15ml (1 tbsp) plain flour 15ml (1 tbsp) curry powder grated rind and juice of 1/2 lemon 300 ml (½ pt) hot fish stock 25g (1oz) sultanas 10ml (2 tsp) tomato puree 30ml (2 tbsp) mango chutney 450g (1 lb) haddock, skinned and chopped salt and pepper 75g (3oz) creamed coconut Prawn Risotto Serves 4 Dish: large bowl Oven Accessory: glass turntable 1. Put the onion, garlic, butter and mushrooms in a large bowl.
Meat and Poultry Guidelines DEFROSTED JOINTS STANDING TIME If the meat has previously been frozen, ensure it is properly thawed before cooking. Defrosted joints of meat must be allowed to STAND for up to an hour before cooking to ensure the centre is fully defrosted. Meat and poultry joints require a minimum of 15 mins. STANDING TIME. Roast meat is always easier to carve after STANDING and the meat will continue to cook during the STAND TIME.
Ingredients 100g (4oz) streaky bacon 5ml (1tsp) mixed herbs 1 clove garlic, crushed 4 chicken portions approx. 1.2 kg (2 ½lb) in weight, skin removed salt and pepper 100g (4oz) button mushrooms 450g (1lb) whole shallots 30ml (2tbsp) brandy 300ml (½pt) red wine 150ml (¼pt) chicken stock cornflour to thicken parsley, chopped Chicken Casserole Serves 4 A N D 1. Coat chicken with flour and place in fridge. 2. Place oil, butter, garlic, shallots and mushrooms into casserole.
M E A T A N D P O U L T R Y Ingredients 1 medium onion, finely chopped 450g (1lb) chicken breast skinless and boneless 700ml (1¼ pts) chicken stock 150g (5oz) pearl barley 3ml (½tsp) season all (optional) 450g (1lb) carrots Dumplings 175g (6oz) self raising flour 75g (3oz) suet pinch of salt 150ml (¼pt) water Ingredients 4 x 150g (4 x 5oz) chicken breast fillets, boneless and skinless Chicken Broth Serves 4 Dish: 3 litre (6pt) large casserole with lid Oven Accessory: glass turntable + metal tray 1.
Ingredients 100g (4oz) ciabatta breadcrumbs 75g (3oz) gruyere cheese, grated salt and pepper 4 x 150g (4 x 5oz) chicken breast fillets, boneless and skinless 50g (2oz) garlic mayonnaise Layered Chicken Puff Serves 4 Cheesy Chicken Breasts Serves 4 Oven Accessory: glass turntable + metal tray on low wire rack 1. Mix the breadcrumbs with the cheese and season well. 2. Dip each chicken breast in the garlic mayonnaise and then the crumbs until coated. 3.
P O U L T R Y A N D M E A T Ingredients 3 cardamom pods ½ cinnamon stick 3ml (½tsp) cumin seeds 3ml (½tsp) garam masala 3ml (½tsp)) chilli flakes 2.
Serves 4 Dish: 23cm (9”) round gratin dish Oven Accessory: glass turntable + low wire rack on metal tray Savoury Mince Serves 4 Dish: 1.5 litre (3 pt) casserole dish with lid Oven Accessory: glass turntable 1. Place onion, garlic and oil in casserole. Place on glass turntable and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 2 mins. 2. Place all other ingredients in casserole. Stir well. 3. Cover, cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 10 mins. then MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 15-20 mins. or until cooked.
P O U L T R Y A N D M E A T Ingredients 700g (1½ lb) potatoes, cubed 30ml (2tbsp) milk 1 medium onion, chopped 2 carrots, chopped 25g (1oz) butter 350g (12oz) cold cooked beef or lamb, minced 300ml (½pt) hot beef stock 3ml ((½tsp)) Worcestershire sauce 15ml (1tbsp) gravy thickening 5ml (1tsp) tomato puree salt and pepper 25g (1oz) cheese Ingredients 2 large aubergines 1 garlic clove, crushed 1 medium onion, chopped 250g (9oz) minced beef 400g (14oz) tin chopped tomatoes 25g (1oz) pitted black olives, chop
Pudding: 200g (8oz) self-raising flour pinch salt 100g (4oz) suet cold water to mix 15 ml (1tbsp) cornflour Serves 4 Dish: 3 litre (6pt) large casserole with lid Oven Accessory: glass turntable + metal tray P O U L T R Y 1. Coat the beef in the seasoned flour and place in casserole. 2. Add the remaining casserole ingredients. Cover with lid, place on metal tray and cook on COMBINATION: CONVECTION 160°C + WARM MICROWAVE for 1¼ hrs. 3.
M E A T A N D P O U L T R Y Ingredients 700g (1½lb) braising steak, cubed 50g (2oz) seasoned flour 1 large onion 1 red pepper, deseeded and chopped 400g (14oz) canned, chopped tomatoes 175g (6oz) mushrooms 600 ml (1 pt) hot beef stock 45 ml (3tbsp) tomato puree 30 ml (2tbsp) paprika 5 ml (1tsp) sugar 60 ml (4tbsp) soured cream Ingredients 450g (1lb) lamb fillet, cut into slices 50g (2oz) plain flour salt and pepper 2.
Serves 4 Dish: 3 litre (6pt) large casserole with lid Oven Accessory: glass turntable + metal tray P O U L T R Y 1. Place the oil, onion and garlic in casserole dish. Place on glass turntable and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 2 mins. 2. Blend in all the spices and stir in the flour and tomato puree. Add all other ingredients and blend in hot stock. 3. Cover, place on metal tray and cook on COMBINATION: CONVECTION 160°C + WARM MICROWAVE for 1hr-1hr 30 mins. or until meat is tender.
P O U L T R Y A N D M E A T Ingredients 10ml (¾tbsp) ground ginger 3ml (½tsp) coarsely ground black pepper 8ml (1½tsp) ground cinnamon 10ml (¾tbsp) turmeric 15 ml (1tbsp) paprika 3ml (½tsp) chilli powder/flakes 800g (1lb12oz) cubed boneless lamb 30ml (2tbsp) oil 300g (11oz) onions, chopped 2 crushed garlic cloves 3ml (½tsp) salt 150g (5oz) sliced carrots 150g (5oz) ready to eat dried apricots, chopped 40g (1½oz) sultanas or seedless raisins 65g (2½oz) toasted flaked almonds 10ml (2 tsp) honey 150 ml (¼ pin
Serves 4 Dish: 20 x 25 cm (8 x 10 inch) rectangular dish Oven Accessory: glass turntable + low wire rack on metal tray Pork with Herby Dumplings Serves 4 Dish: 3 litre (6 pt) large casserole with lid Oven Accessory: glass turntable + metal tray 1. Place oil, onion, green pepper and carrots in casserole. Place on glass turntable and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 5 mins. 2. Toss pork in seasoned flour and add to onion mixture. Stir in all other ingredients.
M E A T A N D P O U L T R Y Ingredients 150g (5oz) plain flour 3 ml (½tsp) salt 2 eggs 150 ml (¼pt) milk 150 ml (¼pt) water 15-30 ml (1-2tbsp) oil 450g (1lb) sausages Ingredients 1 quantity of Savoury Mince see page 91 double quantity of White Pouring Sauce see page 120 100g (4oz) grated cheese 5ml (1tsp) mustard salt and pepper 12 sheets pre-cooked lasagne (or sufficient for 3 layers) 50g (2oz) Parmesan cheese Toad In The Hole Serves 4 Dish: oblong tin, 27 x 22 cm (10 ½" x 8 ½”) Oven Accessory: wire
Serves 4 1. Soak porcini mushrooms in boiling water for 20 mins. Drain and finely chop. 2. Put the butter, all the mushrooms and onions in a bowl. Place on glass turntable and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 3 mins. 3. Add wine to the mushroom mixture and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 7-8 mins 4. Preheat oven on CONVECTION 220°C. 5. Place the fillets on the enamel shelf and cook on CONVECTION 220°C for 20 mins. Allow to cool. 6. Cut the pastry into 4 pieces and roll each piece out to a 15cm x 15cm (7 in.
P O U L T R Y A N D M E A T Ingredients 1 large aubergine, sliced salt 5ml (1tsp) oil 2 cloves garlic, crushed 1 medium onion, chopped 350g (12oz) fresh lamb mince 400g (14oz) can tomatoes 30 ml (2tbsp) tomato puree salt and pepper Topping 2 eggs 150 ml (1/4 pt) single cream 100g (4oz) cheddar cheese, grated 25g (1oz) Parmesan cheese, grated Ingredients 450g (1lb) pork fillet, diced For sauce 15ml (1tbsp) olive oil 1 carrot, cut into matchsticks 1 spring onion, thinly sliced 1 pepper, deseeded and cut int
Serves 4 Dish: 3 litre (6 pt) large casserole with lid Oven Accessory: glass turntable + metal tray Pork and Potato Bake Serves 4 Dish: 20 x 25 cm (8" x 10") rectangular dish Oven Accessory: glass turntable + metal tray 1. Mix the carrots, celery and oil together in the dish. Cover, place on glass turntable and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 4-5 mins. 1. Arrange the chops in a single layer on top of the vegetables, spread mustard over evenly. 2.
Vegetables and Vegetarian • V E G E T A B L E S A N D V E G E T A R I A N • • Root vegetables. i.e. carrots, swede, should be cut into slices, strips or cubes. Do not mix fresh and frozen vegetables as the cooking times may be different. • Always cook vegetables in a dish that is a suitable size. Use flat dishes not basins. Always cover with microwave cling film or a lid. • • Cabbage should be shredded and cooked by power and time. Fresh vegetables require 45 ml (3 tbsp) of water.
Roast Potatoes Serves 4 Ingredients 1 clove of garlic, halved 700g (1½ lb) potatoes, halved salt and pepper pinch nutmeg 150 ml (¼pt) double cream 25g (1oz) butter Gratin Dauphinois Serves 4-6 Dish: 20 cm (8") shallow dish Oven Accessory: glass turntable + low wire rack on metal tray 1. Rub halves of garlic around inside of dish and discard. 2. Place potatoes in dish with 45ml (3tbsp) water. Cover, place on glass turntable and par-boil on HIGH MICROWAVE for 5 mins. Drain. Slice thinly. 3.
V E G E T A R I A N A N D V E G E T A B L E S Ingredients 350g (12oz) potatoes, cubed 45 ml (3tbsp) natural yoghurt 10 ml (2tsp) mango chutney 3 ml (½tsp) cumin, coriander and garam masala 3 ml (½tsp) turmeric 10 ml (2tsp) fresh coriander pinch chilli powder 15g (½oz) sultanas salt and pepper Ingredients 15ml (1tbsp) olive oil 1 onion, finely chopped 5ml (1tsp) paprika 400g (14oz) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed 15g (½oz) soft muscovado sugar 15ml (1tbsp) Worcestershire sauce 5ml (1tsp) cider vinegar
Serves 4 1. Place cauliflower florets in a shallow dish. Add 45ml (3 tbsp) water, cover and place on glass turntable. Cook on MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 10 mins. Drain. 2. Melt butter in a jug on HIGH MICROWAVE for 15-30 secs. Stir in flour and mustard. Cook for a further 15 secs. Add milk gradually. Stir well and season. Cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 3-4 mins. or until sauce is thick and bubbling. Stir halfway. 3. Stir in 90g (3½oz) grated cheese. Pour the sauce over the cauliflower.
V E G E T A R I A N A N D V E G E T A B L E S Ingredients 3 red and 3 yellow peppers 15ml (1tbsp) oil 2 cloves garlic, crushed 1 bunch spring onions sliced thinly 100g (4oz) long grain rice 300ml (½ pt) hot vegetable stock 50g (2oz) pine nuts 100g (4oz) cherry tomatoes, halved 100g (4oz) mozzarella, diced 100g (4oz) gorgonzola or any blue cheese, diced handful each of parsley and basil, chopped Ingredients 1 large onion, chopped 1 clove of garlic, crushed 25g (1oz) butter 225g (8oz) each of diced carrots,
Serves 4-6 1. Toss the prepared vegetables with the garlic and oil. Place in dish on low wire rack and cook on COMBINATION: TURBOBAKE 220°C + GRILL 2 + SIMMER MICROWAVE for 30mins. Turn halfway. 2. Stir in the tomatoes and sun-dried tomatoes. 3. Beat together the cottage cheese, eggs, cheddar cheese and yoghurt, then season. 4. Pour over the vegetables. Place dish on low wire rack and cook on COMBINATION: TURBO-BAKE 250°C + GRILL 1 + WARM MICROWAVE for 15 mins. or until golden brown.
V E G E T A R I A N A N D V E G E T A B L E S Ingredients 15 ml (1tbsp) olive oil 2 medium onions, chopped 2 celery sticks, chopped 3 medium carrots, diced 400g (14oz) can chopped tomatoes 450 ml (¾ pint) vegetable stock 30 ml (2tbsp) tomato puree 150g (5oz) red lentils, rinsed salt and pepper 30ml (2tbsp) green pesto For the Topping 1 kg (2lb 2oz) potatoes, peeled 1 bunch spring onions, chopped 105ml (7tbsp) milk freshly grated nutmeg 25g (1oz) butter 100g (4oz) cheddar or gruyere, grated Ingredients 15
Ingredients 2 medium aubergines, diced salt 2 cloves of garlic, chopped 15 ml (1tbsp) oil pinch cayenne pepper 10 ml (2tsp) ground coriander 5 ml (1tsp) ground cumin 5 ml (1tsp) turmeric 2.
V E G E T A R I A N A N D V E G E T A B L E S Ingredients 200g (8oz) mushrooms, finely chopped 100g (4oz) onion, finely chopped 1 garlic clove, crushed 25g (1oz) butter 125g (5oz) fresh wholemeal breadcrumbs 150g (5oz) fresh wholemeal breadcrumbs 150g (5oz) ground mixed nuts 25g (1oz) sesame seeds 1 egg Ingredients 50g (2oz) butter 1 medium onion, chopped 1 stick celery, chopped 5ml (1tsp) mixed dried herbs 225g (8oz) mixed nuts, coarsely chopped 400g (14oz) can of tomatoes 175g (6oz) fresh wholemeal brea
Serves 4 Dish: 3 litre (6 pt) dish Oven Accessory: glass turntable Leek & Potato Gratin Serves 4 Dish: 25 cm (10") flan dish Oven Accessory: glass turntable + low rack on metal tray 1. Place the vegetables in a large bowl. Add 90 ml (6 tbsp) of water and cover. Place on glass turntable and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 10-12 mins. or until the vegetables are softened. 2. Crumble or finely chop the cheese into a bowl and gradually blend in the yoghurt and the double cream. 3.
P A S T A , R I C E & B E A N S Pasta, Rice and Beans Ingredients 225g (8oz) mixed dried pasta i.e.
Serves 4 Lemon And Asparagus Risotto Serves 4 Dish: small bowl, large bowl Oven Accessory: glass turntable 1. Cut off asparagus tips with 2.5cm (1”) stem attached. Add 30ml (2tbsp) stock. Cover, place on glass turntable and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 3 mins. 2. Chop remaining asparagus stems into 1cm pieces and leave to one side. 3. Place leeks and 25g (1oz) butter in a large bowl. Place on glass turntable and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 2 mins. 4.
Wild Mushroom Risotto Serves 4 Dish: small bowl, large bowl Oven Accessory: glass turntable 1. Soak mushrooms in 300ml (½ pint) stock for 20 mins. 2. Strain the porcini mushrooms and coarsely chop. Add the soaking liquid to the remaining stock. 3. Place the butter and shallots in a large bowl. Place on glass turntable and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 2 mins. or until softened. 4. Stir the rice into the mixture. Add the stock, wine and seasoning. Cover and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 6 mins.
Ingredients 2 onions, chopped 2 cloves garlic, crushed 30ml (2 tbsp) oil 3 deseeded red peppers, chopped 397g (14 oz) canned tomatoes 15ml (1 tbsp) tomato puree salt and pepper 450g (1 lb) spinach 450g (1 lb) ricotta cheese 9 sheets lasagne, precooked 300ml ( ½ pt) natural yoghurt 50g (2oz) grated parmesan cheese Vegetable and Chick Pea Casserole Serves 4 Dish: 3 litre (6pt) large casserole with lid Oven Accessory: glass turntable R I C E & TIP To prepare couscous: Place 300 ml (½pt) vegetable stock i
Ingredients Serves 4 25g (1oz) butter 25g (1oz) flour 150ml (¼pt) milk Dish: jug, 15 cm (6") soufflé dish 3 eggs, separated Oven Accessory: glass turntable + metal tray salt and pepper 75g (3oz) cheese, grated 1. Place butter in a jug on glass turntable and melt on HIGH MICROWAVE for 30 secs. Stir in flour. Cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 30 secs. Stir in milk gradually, whisk until smooth. Cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 1 min. and stir. Cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 1 min or until thickened. Beat well. Cool. 2.
Ingredients Serves 2 4 slices bread, buttered 5 ml (1tsp) Dijon mustard 2 slices smoked ham Dish: 3 litre (6pt) large casserole with lid 100g (4oz) sliced cheese Oven Accessory: glass turntable + metal tray on high wire rack Croque Monsieur Ingredients 1kg (2lb2oz) baking potatoes, peeled and halved 1 onion, finely chopped 225g (8oz) smoked back bacon, cut into strips 225g (8oz) brie 150ml (¼ pt) single cream Tasty Potato Bake Serves 4-6 Dish: large shallow dish, oval heatproof dish, buttered Oven Acce
C H E E S E & E G G D I S H E S Ingredients 200g (7oz) quick cooking macaroni 40g (1½oz) butter 1 small onion, finely chopped 100g (4oz) bacon, chopped 40g (1½ oz) flour 600ml (1pt) milk 5 ml (1tsp) French mustard 150g (5oz) cheddar cheese, grated salt and pepper 25g (1oz) fresh brown breadcrumbs Ingredients 1 medium onion, finely diced 10 ml (2 tsp) olive oil 175g (6oz) self-raising flour 3 ml (½tsp) salt 3 ml (½tsp) mustard powder 3 ml ((½tsp)) cayenne pepper salt & pepper 25g (1oz) butter 40g (1½oz)
Serves 4 1. Roll out the short crust pastry to a thickness of approximately 3 mm. (1/8”). Cut out 24 circles using a 7.5cms. (3”) pastry cutter. Place in two lightly greased bun tins. 2. Chill pastry for 30 mins. 3. Preheat oven on CONVECTION 200°C with both enamel and wire shelf in position. 4. Mix the red pesto, tomatoes, black olives, mozzarella and garlic together in a bowl. Fill the tartlet shells with mixture. 5. Sprinkle the parmesan and oregano over the tartlets. 6.
Sauces CONTAINER SIZE Always use a container or jug at least twice the capacity of the sauce, to avoid boiling over. S A U C E S COVERING DO NOT cover sauces when cooking. Ingredients 25g (1oz) butter 25g (1oz) flour 600 ml (1pt) milk STIRRING – IMPORTANT Sauces/gravy should be thoroughly stirred before, during and after cooking, to avoid any eruptions and to result in a smooth sauce. REHEATING Sauces can be made in advance and reheated by microwave. Reheat on HIGH power and stir halfway.
Ingredients 3 egg yolks 30 ml (2tbsp) white wine vinegar Dish: 1 litre (2 pt) jug 150g (5oz) chilled, Oven Accessory: glass turntable unsalted butter, cut into cubes pepper 1. Place egg yolks and vinegar in a jug. Beat well. 2. Drop cubes of butter on top. Place jug on glass turntable and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 30 secs. 3. Whisk. Cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 10 secs. Whisk again and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 10 secs. Repeat 10 sec. stages until sauce is thick and creamy. 4.
Ingredients 2 eggs 50g (2oz) caster sugar 300ml (½pt) milk 5ml (1tsp) vanilla essence Custard Sauce Dish: 1 litre (2 pt) jug Oven Accessory: glass turntable S A U C E S 1. Beat eggs with sugar and 45ml (3tbsp) milk. 2. Place remaining milk with vanilla essence. Place on glass turntable and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 1 min. 3. Add milk to eggs and stir well. 4. Cook on SIMMER MICROWAVE for 1 min. Stir well. 5.
Ingredients 150g (5oz) soft muscovado sugar 75ml (3fl.oz) double cream 75g (3oz) butter Butterscotch Sauce Dish: 1 litre (2 pt) jug Oven Accessory: glass turntable Ingredients meat or poultry dripping with sediment 25g (1oz) flour 300ml (½pt) stock salt and pepper S A U C E S 1. Put all ingredients in a large bowl. Place on base and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 1 min. 2. Stir and continue cooking on HIGH MICROWAVE in 1 minute intervals until smooth and hot.
Pastry Ingredients 225g (8oz) plain flour pinch salt 100g (4oz) margarine 45 ml (3tbsp) cold water Shortcrust Pastry Dish: large bowl 1. Place flour and salt into a mixing bowl. Rub the margarine into the flour until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs. 2. Add enough water so that when the mixture is kneaded lightly for a few seconds a firm, smooth dough is formed. If possible, rest for 15 mins. before rolling out.
Ingredients 100g (4oz) butter 225g (8oz) plain flour 50g (2oz) finely grated Parmesan 25g (1oz) butter 1kg (2lb2oz) red onions, peeled & thinly sliced 15ml (1tbp) fresh thyme 60ml (4tbsp) balsamic vinegar salt and freshly ground black pepper 200g (7oz) soft goat’s cheese, crumbled Minced Beef and Onion Pie Serves 4 Dish: large casserole and lid, 20 cm (8") pie plate Oven Accessory: glass turntable + metal tray 1. Combine all filling ingredients except thickening in casserole dish.
P A S T R Y Ingredients 25g (1oz) butter 200g (7oz) leeks, sliced 50g (2oz) plain flour 450 ml (¾ pt) milk 150g (5oz) stilton 400g (14oz) cooked chicken, cubed 250g (9oz) shortcrust pastry, chilled Chicken & Stilton Pie Serves 4 Dish: bowl, 22.5 cm (9") gratin dish Oven Accessory: glass turntable + low wire rack on metal tray 1. Place the butter and leeks in bowl. Place on glass turntable and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 8 minutes or until soft. 2.
Ingredients 250g (8oz) plain flour 25g (1oz) icing sugar 125g (4 ½oz) butter 1 egg yolk 30ml (2tbsp) water Filling 90g (3oz) cornflour 600 ml (1pt) water 4 lemons, juice and grated rind of 175g (6oz) sugar 4 egg yolks Meringue: 225g (8oz) caster sugar 4 egg whites Savoury Potato Plait Serves 4-6 Dish: shallow dish Oven Accessory: enamel shelf, greased in lower position 1. Place potato in a shallow dish with 45ml (3tbsp) water. Cover, place on glass turntable and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 3 mins. Drain.
Ingredients 1 quantity of suet pastry page 124 75 ml (5 tbsp) seedless raspberry jam milk to glaze Baked Jam Roly Poly Pudding Serves 4 Dish: 1 kg (2 lb) glass loaf dish Accessory: glass turntable + low wire rack on metal tray P A S T R Y 1. Roll out pastry to approx. 23 x 32 cm (9" x 13"). 2. Spread the jam over the pastry leaving 1cm (½") border all round. Brush the edges with milk and roll the pastry up evenly, starting at one short side and sealing the edges well. 3.
Ingredients 350g (12oz) shortcrust pastry 50g (2oz) butter 50g (2oz) caster sugar 1 egg, beaten 3ml (½tsp) almond essence 75g (3oz) ground rice raspberry jam Apple Strudel Serves 4 Dish: enamel shelf, greased Oven Accessory: enamel shelf in lower position 1. Preheat the oven empty on CONVECTION 180°C. 2. Put 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.
Puddings and Desserts P U D D I N G S & D E S S E R T S Ingredients 100g (4oz) pudding rice 1 litre (1¾ pts) milk 50g (2oz) caster sugar 2ml (¼ tsp) grated nutmeg Creamy Rice Pudding Serves 4 Dish: large oval casserole, greased Oven Accessory: glass turntable + low wire rack on metal tray 1. Mix all the ingredients together and pour into casserole. 2. Place on glass turntable and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 8-10 mins.or until the milk is boiling. Stir. 3.
Serves 4 1. Sprinkle sugar on base of dish; arrange pineapple slices and cherry halves on top of sugar in the base. 2. Cream together the margarine and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs gradually. Fold in the flour and mix to a soft consistency with the milk. 3. Spoon the mixture over the pineapple. Place dish on low wire rack and cook on COMBINATION: CONVECTION 170°C + WARM MICROWAVE for 20-25 mins. or until cooked and golden brown.
D E S S E R T S & P U D D I N G S Ingredients 150g (5oz) fresh or ready to eat dates stoned and finely chopped 50g (2oz) butter 150g (5oz) caster sugar 2 eggs, lightly beaten 150g (5oz) self raising flour 3ml (½tsp) grated nutmeg 3ml (½tsp) ground ginger Sauce: 150g (5oz) muscovado sugar 75ml (3fl.oz) double cream 75g (3oz) butter Ingredients 60ml (4tbsp) water 100g (4oz) caster sugar 4 eggs 5ml (1tsp) vanilla essence 50g (2oz) caster sugar 600ml (1 pt) cold milk Sticky Pudding with Toffee sauce Dish: 1.
1. Arrange the bread and fruit in the prepared dish. 2. Put milk in a jug. Place on glass turntable and cook for 3 mins. on MEDIUM MICROWAVE but do not allow to boil. 3. Beat together the eggs and sugar, add the milk, stirring well. 4. Pour the mixture over the bread, sprinkle with nutmeg and leave to stand for 15 mins. 5. Place dish on metal tray and cook on COMBINATION: TURBO-BAKE 190°C + GRILL 3 + WARM MICROWAVE for 20 mins. or until set and browned.
Ingredients 4 medium sized cooking apples 50g (2oz) marzipan 200g (7oz) can apricot halves Serves 4 Dish: 20cm (8”) shallow dish Oven Accessory: glass turntable 1. Roll out marzipan and cut into 4 circles with an 8½cm (3¼”) cutter. 2. Core the apples and cut in half horizontally. 3. Cover the bottom half of each of the apples with a circle of marzipan and 3 apricot halves. 4. Place the other half of each apple on top. 5. Fill the centre of each apple with apricots and place in a shallow dish. 6.
Ingredients 700g (1 ½lb) fresh fruit, prepared (e.g. apples, plums, rhubarb, gooseberries, blackcurrants) sugar to taste Crumble Topping: 75 g ( 3 oz) butter 175 g (6 oz) plain flour 75 g (3 oz) sugar Fruit Crumble Serves 4 Dish: suitable sized, heatproof dish Oven Accessory: glass turntable + low rack on metal tray 1. Layer prepared fruit in the dish. Add sugar to taste, depending on the sharpness of the fruit. 2. Rub butter into the flour until mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs. Stir in the sugar. 3.
D E S S E R T S Christmas Pudding Serves 6-8 Dish: 1.3 litre (2½ pt) pudding basin lightly greased Oven Accessory: glass turntable 1. Place apple and carrot in a large bowl. Place on glass turntable and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 5 mins. Beat well to make a thick puree. 2. Stir in juice, rind and mixed fruit. Cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 2 mins. Stir in brandy and treacle. Stand for 5 mins. Beat in rest of ingredients. 3. Press into the pudding basin. Cover and cook on MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 5 mins.
Baking Guidlines DISH SIZE/SHAPE Always use the exact dish size stated in the following recipes, otherwise cooking times and results will be affected. EGGS The following recipes have been tested using medium eggs. Using a different size of egg may affect cooking times. COMBINATION COOKING. DO NOT use spring form tins, use smooth, and preferably seamless metal cake tins. Celebration Cake Dish: 20 cm (8") round tin, greased and lined Oven Accessory: glass turntable + metal tray 1.
Ingredients 175g (6oz) butter or margarine 175g (6oz) caster sugar 3 eggs 175g (6oz) self-raising flour Victoria Sandwich Dish: 2 x 18 cm (7") cake tins, greased and lined Oven Accessory: enamel shelf in lower position + wire shelf in upper position B A K I N G 1. Preheat oven on CONVECTION 180°C. 2. Cream butter and sugar until pale and fluffy. Add the eggs a little at a time beating well after each addition. 3. Fold in half the flour, using a metal spoon, then fold in the remaining flour. 4.
Ingredients 250g (9oz) butter 5 ml (1tsp) vanilla essence 150g (5oz) caster sugar 2 eggs, beaten 284ml (10 fl.oz) soured cream 225g (8oz) plain flour 75g (3oz) self raising flour 5 ml (1tsp) bicarbonate of soda 100g (4oz) pecan nuts, finely chopped 25g (1oz) brown sugar 3 ml (1/2 tsp) ground cinnamon 100g (4oz) pecan nuts, whole 60 ml (4tbsp) maple syrup Gingerbread Dish: 18 cm (7") square tin lined with 2 strips of greaseproof paper to form a cross shape. Oven Accessory: glass turntable + metal tray 1.
Ingredients 3 medium eggs, beaten 125g (4½oz) caster sugar 125g (4½oz) plain flour Filling jam or cream icing sugar to dredge Swiss Roll Dish: Swiss roll tin 33 x 23 cm (13”x 9”), greased and lined with baking parchment Oven Accessory: wire shelf in lower position B A K I N G 1. Preheat oven on CONVECTION 200°C with wire shelf in position. 2. Whisk eggs and sugar together in a heatproof bowl until blended. 3.
Ingredients 150 ml (¼pt) sunflower oil 250g (9oz) wholemeal self-raising flour 10 ml (2tsp) baking powder 10 ml (2tsp) cinnamon 5 ml (1tsp) nutmeg 150g (5oz) light muscovado sugar 50g (2oz) walnuts, coarsely chopped 125g (4½ oz) carrots, grated 2 ripe bananas, mashed 2 eggs, beaten Cream Cheese Topping: 75 g (3 oz) butter 100 g (4 oz) cream cheese 225 g (8 oz) icing sugar chopped walnuts to decorate Fruity Cream-Cheese Cake Dish: 20 cm (8") round cake tin, lined Oven Accessory: glass turntable + metal tray
B A K I N G Ingredients 1 banana, large 3 ml (½ tsp) vanilla flavouring 75g (3oz) butter 100g (4oz) granulated sugar 150g (5oz) self-raising flour 3 ml (½ tsp) salt 2 ml (¼ tsp) bicarbonate of soda 2 eggs Ingredients 100g (4oz) currants 100g (4oz) sultanas 100g (4oz) raisins 50g (2oz) whole almonds, blanched and chopped, reserve 6 whole for decoration 225g (8oz) butter or margarine 225g (8oz) soft brown sugar grated rind of one lemon 4 eggs 275g (10oz) plain flour 100g (4oz) chopped mixed peel Banana Cak
Ingredients 175g (6oz) golden syrup 150g (5oz) margarine 150ml (¼ pt) milk 450g (1lb) mixed dried fruit 225g (8oz) plain flour 10ml (2tsp) mixed spice pinch salt 10ml (2tsp) baking powder 2 eggs, beaten 25g (1oz) Demerara sugar (optional) Coffee Walnut Cake Dish: 18 cm (7") round cake tin, greased and lined Oven Accessory: glass turntable + metal tray 1. Cream margarine and sugar until light and fluffy. Gradually beat in the eggs. 2. Fold in the dry ingredients.
B A K I N G Ingredients 175g (6 oz) margarine 175g (6 oz) brown sugar 3 eggs 150g (5 oz) wholemeal self raising flour 100g (4 oz) self raising flour Almond essence 350g (1 lb) cooking apples whole weight then peeled, cored and thinly sliced Juice of ½ a lemon 25g (1 oz) brown sugar 2ml (¼ tsp) nutmeg 3ml (½tsp) cinnamon Slivered almonds Ingredients Basic Cookie Dough: 100g (4oz) butter 100g (4oz) caster sugar 1 egg, beaten 175g (6oz) plain flour Variations: White Chocolate and Pistachio Nut 100g (4oz) whi
Ingredients 225g (8oz) self-raising flour pinch salt 5 ml (1tsp) baking powder 50g (2oz) butter 25g (1oz) caster sugar 50g (2oz) sultanas 75 ml (5tbsp) milk beaten egg to glaze Chocolate Brownies Dish: bowl, 30 x 20 x 3.5 cm (12"x 8" x 1½") tin lined with lightly buttered greaseproof paper Oven Accessory: glass turntable + metal tray 1. Put the plain chocolate and butter in a large bowl. Place on glass turntable and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 3 mins. Leave to cool slightly. 2.
Ingredients 250g (9oz) butter 275g (10oz) golden syrup 75g (3oz) light muscovado sugar 425g (15oz) porridge oats Flapjack Dish: bowl, 30 x 20 x 3.5 cm (12"x 8"x ½") tin lined with lightly buttered greaseproof paper Oven Accessory: glass turntable + low wire rack on metal tray B A K I N G 1. Place the butter, syrup and sugar into bowl. Place on glass turntable and cook on MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 4-5 mins. 2. Pre-heat the oven on CONVECTION 180°C. 3.
Preserves STERILIZING JARS Jam jars can be sterilized by microwave ready for your jams. Half fill with water and heat them on HIGH power until water boils (approx. 3 mins. for 2 jars). Empty 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. COVERING Do not cover preserves whilst cooking, apart from if recommended in the recipe.
Ingredients Makes approx. 2-2 1/2 lbs jam 700g (1½lb) plums or damsons 200 ml (7fl.oz) water Dish: large bowl 700g (1½lb) jam sugar Oven Accessory: glass turntable 15 ml (1tbsp) lemon juice 5 ml (1tsp) butter 1. Prick the plums and place in a large bowl with the water. Place on glass turntable and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 5-10 mins.or until the fruit is soft. 2. Add the rest of the ingredients and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 5 mins stirring frequently. 3.
Ingredients 4 lemons, grated rind and juice of 450g (1lb) caster sugar 4 eggs, beaten 100g (4oz) butter Red Onion Marmalade Dish: large bowl Oven Accessory: glass turntable 1. Put oil in bowl with onions. Place on glass turntable and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 10 mins. stirring halfway. 2. Add all other ingredients and mix well. 3. Cover and cook on MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 20 mins. 4. Cool slightly, then pour into a clean, sterilized jar. 5. Allow to cool thoroughly before chilling.
Bread TO PROVE DOUGH Prove on CONVECTION 40°C until dough has doubled in size The microwave is also useful for defrosting and warming frozen bread products, taking individual slices or items from the freezer as required. B R E A D Ingredients 450g (1lb) strong bread flour 1 sachet dried yeast 5 ml (1tsp) salt 15g (½ oz) butter 300 ml (½ pt) warm water Standard Bread Dough Makes 2 loaves or 12 rolls Dish: 2 x 450g (1lb) loaf tin, lightly greased Oven Accessory: wire shelf in lower position 1.
Ingredients 250g (9oz) strong bread flour 5ml (1tsp) sachet dried yeast 5 ml (1tsp) salt 25g (1oz) sun-dried tomatoes, roughly chopped 45ml (3tbsp) olive oil 75ml (3fl.oz) passata 75ml (3fl.oz) warm water 5ml (1tsp) olive oil Focaccia Oven Accessory: enamel shelf, greased in lower position 1. In a large bowl, combine the flour, yeast, sugar and salt. 2. Gradually add the oil and warm water until you have a soft dough. 3. Turn onto a floured surface and knead for 10 mins.
B R E A D Ingredients 250g (9oz) strong bread flour 5ml (1tsp) sachet dried yeast 3 ml (½tsp) salt 10ml (2tsp) olive oil 150ml (¼ pt) warm water Topping 1 red onion, cut into rings 2 cloves garlic, crushed 400g (14oz) tomatoes on the vine 12 pitted black olives 16 capers 30ml (2tbsp) olive oil 5ml (1tsp) chilli flakes 5ml (1tsp) mixed herbs 12 basil leaves 150g (5oz) mozzarella, grated Pizza Alle Cipole Dish: bowl Oven Accessory: baking tray greased, wire shelf in lower position 1.
Questions and Answers Q My microwave oven causes interference with my TV, is this normal? A Some radio and TV interference might occur when you cook with the microwave oven. This interference is similar to the interference caused by small appliances such as mixers, vacuums, hair dryers, etc. It does not indicate a problem with your oven. Q My oven has an odour and generates smoke when using the CONVECTION, COMBINATION and GRILL function.
Technical Specifications Rated Voltage: Operating Frequency: Input Power: 230-240 V 50 Hz 2,450 MHz Max 2870 W Microwave 1220 W Grill 1560 W Convection 1350 W Output Power: 1000 W (IEC-60705) Grill 1500 W Convection 1250 W Outer Dimensions: 530 mm (W) x 508 mm (D) x 344 mm (H) Oven Cavity Dimensions: 350 mm (W) x 360 mm (D) x 250 mm (H) Weight: 21 kg (Packed weight- 28 kg) Noise: 52.7dB Weight and Dimensions are approximate.
Index A Adapting Recipes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Apples, baked, poached and stewed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65,134 Apple Pie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55,126 Arcing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Index Fruity Cream Cheesecake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141 Gingerbread . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139 Pecan Sour Cream Cake. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139 Spicy Apple Cake. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Index E Eggs poached/scrambled . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 F Fan motor operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 Fish Auto Sensor Fish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 guidelines. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Index Lemon Curd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149 Lentils. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60,108,114 M Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Meat and Poultry Auto Sensor Meat Casserole/Sauces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Index Soft Fruit Jam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .147 Tomato Chutney. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148 Puddings and Desserts Apricot and Marzipan Baked Apples . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 Bread and Butter Pudding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Index Mushroom Pâte . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 Onion and Feta Chese Tartlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76 Pork and Liver Terrine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 Prawn and Salmon Filo Parcel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .