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Panasonic NN-C2000W Convection Oven User Manual

1. Lasagne Serves 4 to 6 Ingredients 250 g 3 tablespoons 3 tablespoons precooked lasagne noodles Parmesan cheese extra grated Mozzarella cheese extra salt and pepper Cheese Sauce Method Place all meat sauce ingredients into a 3 litre casserole dish and mix well Cover and cook on MED HIGH for 25 to 30 minutes stirring halfway through cooking Melt butter in a 1 litre casserole dish on HIGH for 30 seconds Add flour stir and e3 9 Meat Sauce cook on HIGH for 20 to 30 seconds Add milk fe 2009 topside mince stirring cook on HIGH for 2 minutes stirring halfway c 2 onions finely chopped through cooking Add cheese and pepper and mix XZ 1 can 425 g tomato puree well Place half of the meat sauce into a 4 litre e 2 cloves garlic crushed casserole dish Layer 5 sheets of lasagne noodles O 2 tablespoons dried mixed herbs over meat sauce Top with remaining meat sauce O 3 beef stock cubes and another 5 sheets of lasagne noodles Spread cheese sauce evenly over the noodles and sprinkle with extra Parmesan and Mozzarella cheese 3 tablespoons butter To Cook by Convection 3 tablespoons flour Preheat oven to 180 C Place lasagne in oven and 1 cup milk cook on 180 C for 30 minutes Serve hot with a Parmesan cheese grated Mozzarella Cheese ground black pepper 2 tablespoons 2 tablespoons 62 green salad and garlic bread To Cook by Combination Prepare as above Cook on Combination
2. DIMENSIONS Zez ru Microwave Convection Oven NN C2000W Operating Guide and Cookbook Panasonic We are glad you have chosen to purchase a PANASONIC Microwave Convection Oven Before operating this oven please read these instructions completely If you have only used a Microwave oven for reheating and defrosting with Panasonic s Inverter Technology you can be reassured of excellent results when cooking a variety of foods as the soft penetration of microwave energy to the centre of food helps prevent overcooking on edges and surfaces Foods can now be gently simmered without the concern of boil over You also have the added advantage of cooking with either convection or grill to achieve perfect browning and crisping of foods Combination allows you to cook with speed as well as browning at the same time After reading the introductory chapter am sure you will be able to master the basic technique and thereby develop a firm understanding of your new oven This book includes recipes from starters to desserts Start experimenting now and enjoy the first class results you will achieve by using your new microwave convection oven Consultant Home Economist Panasonic Kyla Italiano Customer Fiona Campbell care 1 n oe centre anasonic Australia Pty Ltd gaqgan P O Box 505 nace Frenchs Forest NSW 2086 Panasonic New Zealand 31 Carbine Road Mt Wellington Auckland Tel No 09 272 0100 Fax No
3. hulled and cut in half 1 tablespoon caster sugar 2 tablespoons fruit liqueur 1 litre vanilla ice cream 4 egg whites 3 4 cup caster sugar extra 1 4 cup almonds chopped optional Method Line the base of a 23 cm round flan dish with biscuits or sponge the biscuits will overlap Place strawberries over base and sprinkle with sugar and liqueur Place scoops of ice cream evenly over strawberries Place in freezer To Cook by Convection Preheat oven to 250 C Beat egg whites until stiff Gradually add extra sugar beating all the time until sugar has dissolved and mixture is thick and glossy Fold in almonds and spoon meringue mixture over ice cream Cook on 250 C on Low Rack for 3 to 5 minutes Serve immediately Chocolate Souffle Serves 4 to 6 Ingredients 60 g butter 1 2 cup plain flour 2 tablespoons cocoa 300 ml milk 1 tablespoon vanilla essence 4 eggs separated 1 3 cup caster sugar 1 2 cup choc dots 3 tablespoons icing sugar Method Melt butter on HIGH for 30 seconds Stir in flour and cocoa Slowly add milk to mixture stirring well Cook on HIGH for 3 to 4 minutes stirring twice Allow to cool slightly Add vanilla Beat in egg yolks one at a time Beat egg whites until stiff peaks form Gradually add caster sugar until peaks are stiff To Cook by Convection Preheat oven to 200 C Gently fold beaten egg whites and choc dots into the chocolate sauce Pour mixture into a greased and suga
4. Q 5 i e y a 2 3 4 Do not cook directly on Ceramic Tray unless otherwise indicated Always place food in a microwave safe Ceramic Tray 1 Do not operate the oven without Roller Ring and Ceramic Tray in place Only use Ceramic Tray specifically designed for this oven Do not substitute any other Ceramic tray If Ceramic Tray is hot allow to cool before cleaning or placing in water dish or on a rack set in a microwave safe dish If food or utensils on Ceramic Tray touches the oven walls causing the tray to stop moving the tray will automatically rotate in the opposite direction This is normal Ceramic Tray can rotate in either direction Oven Window Roller Ring 1 Roller Ring and oven floor should be cleaned frequently to prevent from excessive noise 2 Roller Ring must always be used together with Ceramic Tray for cooking Door Safety Lock System Identification Plate The oven model number Control and serial number are Panel recorded here Door Safety Lock System Door Release Button Press to open the door Opening the door during cooking will stop the cooking process without cancelling the programme Cooking resumes as soon as the door is closed and Start Pad is pressed The oven light will stay on or turn on whenever the door is opened It is quite safe to open the door at any time during a cooking program and there is no risk of microwave e
5. and heavier cakes such as Banana which are cooked at a moderate temperature It is also suitable for cooking desserts such as apple pie and self saucing puddings e Metal cookware may be used Position the dish to be cooked on Low Rack placed on Ceramic Tray e Preheating is not required To set standing Time Using the Timer Pad you can program 1 a Stand Time after cooking is completed or 2 a minute timer e g Time Weight Micro Power Timer e Select the e Press desired Timer pad cooking program NOTES Time Weight Start O O e Set the desired amount of time up to 1 hour 30 minutes e Press Start pad 1 Three stage cooking can be programmed including a Stand Time 2 If the oven door is opened during the Stand Time the time in the display window will continue to count down 3 This feature may also be used as a timer In this case eliminate first step 26 To Use Recipe Prompting Recipe Prompting helps you to cook by following the methods in the display window 40 recipes are programmed Refer to the next page Micro Power Turbo Defrost Combination AutoMenu Temp MenuSelect Sensor Reheat Time Weight Recipe Prompting More Stop Reset Quick Min 5 z e DIMENSION 4 Geus NN C2000W 27 2 Select Menu until the desired recipe appears in the display window Recipes are arranged alphabetically e Lo 1 D fe go T 0 3 Turn
6. 1 2 cup caster sugar 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 egg 3 4 cup milk 80g butter melted 1 cup apricots chopped dried 1 cup pecans roughly chopped Method Sift dry ingredients into a bowl stir in sugar then combined egg milk and melted butter do not over mix batter should be lumpy Stir in apricots and pecans Pour into a greased muffin pan To Cook by Convection Place on Low Rack and cook on 210 C for 18 to 20 minutes Allow to stand before removing from pan Cool on a wire rack Apple Spice Muffins Makes Approximately 12 to 15 Ingredients 2 cups self raising flour 1 cup plain flour 1 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda 1 cup brown sugar firmly packed 2 eggs lightly beaten 11 2 cups milk 3 4 cup oil 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 1 cup finely chopped apple Method Grease a muffin pan Sift dry ingredients into a bowl stir in sugar then combined eggs milk and oil do not over mix batter should be lumpy Stir in cinnamon and apple Pour into muffin pans To Cook by Convection Place on Low Rack and cook on 200 C for 20 minutes Stand 2 minutes remove from pan cool on a wire rack Cakes Muffins and Biscuits Lace Biscuits Makes 18 to 20 biscuits Ingredients 2 tablespoons liquid glucose 1 4 cup brown sugar 60 g butter melted 1 3 cup plain flour 60g almonds finely chopped Method Combine glucose and sugar in a 1 litre casserole dish Cook on MEDIUM for 2 to 3 minutes Add melted b
7. 2 cloves garlic crushed pepper to taste 4 half chicken breast fillets 1 egg beaten 1 tablespoon water nutmeg 1 cup breadcrumbs seasoned Method Make a stuffing by combining carrot pine nuts spinach garlic and pepper Pound chicken fillets till flat and even Divide between the chicken breasts Fold chicken breasts over the filling and secure with wooden toothpicks Combine egg and water Add a pinch of nutmeg to the breadcrumbs Dip each chicken breast into the egg mixture then into the breadcrumbs Brush lightly with oil Preheat oven on Grill 1 Place chicken breasts on High Rack and cook on Grill 1 for 20 to 25 minutes turning halfway through cooking 58 Chicken Wings in Lemon Sauce e Serves 4 to 6 Ingredients 1kg chicken wings 1 4 cup soy sauce 1 teaspoon ginger powder 2 cloves garlic crushed 1 4 cup lemon juice Method To Cook by Microwave Place chicken wings in a 3 litre casserole dish Mix together remaining ingredients and pour over chicken wings Marinade for 1 to 2 hours in the refrigerator Cook on MED HIGH for 20 to 25 minutes Serve hot with rice To Cook by Grill Prepare chicken wings and marinade as above Preheat oven on Grill 1 Arrange chicken wings on High Rack and brush with marinade Cook on Grill 1 for 20 to 22 minutes turning over halfway through grilling and rebrushing with marinade Warm Chicken Salad 0 Serves 4 Ingredients 1 tablespoon sesame oil 2 tabl
8. Cake Slice F then press Start Makes 20 squares Ingredients 1259 butter 1 cup brown sugar 3 tablespoons honey 2 cups natural muesli 1 cup coconut 1 2 cup sultanas 50g dark cooking chocolate melted Method Combine butter sugar and honey in a 2 litre dish and cook on HIGH for 1 to 2 minutes Add muesli coconut and sultanas mix well Press into an 18 cm x 28 cm flat dish Cook on HIGH for 4 to 5minutes Mark into squares and cool in dish When cool drizzle with melted chocolate 87 Lemon Coconut Meringue Slice A Makes 1 x 19 x 28 cm pan Ingredients 90 y butter 1 4 cup caster sugar 3 4 cup plain flour 1 3 cup cornflour 1 can 400 g condensed milk 2 eggs separated 2 teaspoons grated lemon rind 1 2 cup lemon juice 1 4 cup caster sugar extra 1 2 cup desiccated coconut 1 2 cup slivered almonds Method Grease and paper line a 19 x 28 cm lamington pan Cream together butter and sugar Gradually add sifted flours and knead lightly until combined Spread over base of prepared pan Combine condensed milk egg yolks lemon rind and juice ina bowl cook on MED HIGH for 3 to 4 minutes stirring twice Spread over base Beat egg whites in a small bowl until soft peaks form gradually add extra sugar Add desiccated coconut spread over filling and sprinkle with slivered almonds Cook on Combination 2 for 30 to 35 minutes To Cook by Auto Menu Prepare as above Place on Low R
9. Onion celery and capsicum green red peppers are examples e l meat or vegetables are not being browned before cooking omit any oil or fat that would have been used for browning e Reduce leavening agents for cakes by one quarter and increase liquids by one quarter e Biscuits require a stiff dough Increase flour by about 20 percent Substitute brown sugar for white sugar and use biscuit recipes that have dark spices or require icing Because of the short cooking time biscuits don t have time to brown Chill dough for half an hour before baking This produces a crisper biscuit Bake biscuits on a glass tray lined with greaseproof paper e Since microwaves penetrate foods about two centimeters from the top bottom and sides mixtures in round shapes and rings cook more evenly Corners receive more energy and may overcook e Items with a lot of water such as rice or pasta cook in about the same time as they would on a conventional stove Refer to Rice and Pasta chapter Select recipes that convert easily to microwave cooking such as casseroles stews baked chicken fish and vegetable dishes The results from foods such as grilled meats cooked souffl s or two crust pies could be less than satisfactory Never attempt to deep fry in your microwave oven e fe o zx gt Q 3 Q p Q 5 O D x O 8 Microwave Recipe Preparation and Techniques Menu Planning for Microwave Cooking
10. Poultry Chicken Curry Chicken Rolls with Honey Mustard Serves 4 to 6 Ingredients 8 chicken thigh fillets 16 prunes pitted 8 spring onions flaked almonds rindless bacon halved lengthwise 2 tablespoon 4 rashers Honey Mustard Glaze 1 tablespoon brown sugar 1 tablespoon French Mustard 1 tablespoon honey 10g butter melted ground black pepper Method Open out each thigh fillet and trim away fat Place 2 prunes some spring onion and a few flaked almonds on each fillet Roll fillets up and wrap a piece of bacon around each one Secure with toothpicks Blend all glaze ingredients together in a small bowl Place chicken into a 3 litre dish in a single layer and brush with glaze mixture Cook on MED HIGH for 16 to 20 minutes turning halfway through cooking 54 Chicken Pie Serves 4 to 6 Ingredients 500 g chicken thigh fillets diced 60g butter 1 onion chopped 100g mushroom sliced 1 4 cup flour 1 cup milk 1 teaspoon mixed herbs 1 teaspoon prepared mustard pepper to taste 1 2 cup grated Swiss cheese 2 sheets ready rolled puff pastry Method Place chicken into a 3 litre casserole dish and cook on MED HIGH for 5 to 6 minutes Place butter and onion into a 2 litre dish and cook on HIGH for 2 minutes Stir in flour cook on HIGH for 1 minute and gradually add milk stirring constantly Cook on HIGH for 2 to 3 minutes or until thick Add herbs mustard pepper and cheese and mushro
11. Serves 4 to 6 Ingredients 4 rashers bacon chopped 1 onion diced 840 g can crushed tomatoes 2 tablespoons tomato paste 2 cups chicken stock 1 teaspoon oregano freshly ground black pepper Method In a 4 litre dish place bacon and onion Set on HIGH for 3 minutes Add tomatoes tomato paste chicken stock oregano and pepper Set on High for 8 minutes Stir Set on HIGH for 8 minutes Puree Mushroom Soup Serves 4 Ingredients 1 tablespoon butter 250 g mushrooms sliced 1 tablespoon flour 2 cups chicken stock 1 4 cup white wine 1 teaspoon mustard 1 2 cup cream Method Place butter and mushrooms in a 2 litre casserole dish Cover and cook on HIGH for 5 minutes Add flour stock wine mustard and cream to mushrooms and mix well Cover and cook on HIGH for 6 to 8 minutes stirring halfway through cooking This soup can be pur ed if preferred 2 fe Croutons E 2 Serves 4 to 6 5 Ingredients Q 4 tablespoons butter c 12 slices bread crusts removed Y 1 teaspoon mixed herbs optional D Method Melt butter on HIGH for 1 minute Preheat oven on Grill 1 Cut bread into 1 cm cubes Combine melted butter and herbs pour over bread cubes Mix well and place on a baking tray Place on High Rack Cook on Grill 1 for 3 to 4 minutes turning halfway through cooking 5 O D x O O Soups Snacks and Starters Pumpkin Soup Pumpkin Soup Makes 2 to 4 Ingre
12. 09 272 0137 The serial number of this product may be found on the MODEL NUMBER rear panel of product You should note the model number and serial number of this oven in the SERIAL NUMBER space provided and retain this book as a permanent record of your purchase for future reference DATE OF PURCHASE Copyrighted by Matsushita Electric Industrial Co Ltd 2000 Table of Contents Before Operation Safety INStructionS 2 igen edea ghee naw y oy a A ER ene Geet eats 2 Installation and Earthing Instructions o cc eee 3 General Instructions sisesta ede ee ee eA den ea eran Be oe Pee eared 4 Microwaves and How They Work 0 00 eee ete eee 5 Cookware and Utensil Guide 2 aaan aeaa 5 6 Cookware and Utensil Chart 0 0 eee 7 Feature Diagram ninsa a Was va Wek oe aad Dee Goan lee ei ene dawns ed Beene eed 8 Feature Diagram Control Panel 1 2 cee eee 9 Oven Accessories matan bie a lan bet tended Rome aes le done Ai 10 Cooking Modes Heating Source 0 0 ce tenes 10 Cook Navigator ai A oe Ae ee eS ating eae eh Ae en eae 10 Operation amp Hints Let s Start to Use Your Oven s 0 0 cee eens 11 Quick Guide to Operation 0 0 tenes 12 TO Set CIOCK iia A A E A E A A ERIS 13 Operation Guide on the Screen esaerari eiet ena eee eens 13 To Use Child Safety Lock 0 0 0 sna an a tee eee eee 13 To Reheat by Micro Power and Time Setti
13. 30 minutes Pinch off pieces to form balls slightly smaller than a walnut shell Roll in chocolate sprinkles and chill 83 Rich Fruit Cake Serves 6 to 8 Ingredients 1 5 kg mixed dried fruit 1 4 cup chopped glac pineapple 1 cup slivered almonds 250 y butter 1 cup brown sugar 2 teaspoons cinnamon 2 teaspoons mixed spice 1 2 cup sherry 1 2 cup water 3 eggs lightly beaten 1 tablespoon 2 teaspoons golden syrup parisienne essence 1 teaspoon grated lemon rind 2 teaspoons grated orange rind 1 2 cup orange juice 13 4 cups plain flour 1 3 cup self raising flour 1 2 teaspoon bicarbonate soda Method Grease a deep 23 cm round cake pan Line the base and sides with two thicknesses of greaseproof paper bring the paper 5 cm above the edge of the pan Combine fruit almonds butter sugar spices sherry and water in a large bowl Cook on HIGH for 15 minutes stir half way through cooking Allow to cook slightly To Cook by Convection Preheat oven to 150 C Add eggs golden syrup parisienne essence rinds and juice to fruit mixture Stir in remaining ingredients Spread mixture evenly into the pan Place on Low Rack and cook for 11 2 to 2 hours or until cake is cooked Cover cake with foil Allow to cool in pan about 1 hour before turning onto a wire rack 2 9 Chocolate Fudge i x Makes 25 squares 6 Ingredients e 300 y dark chocolate pieces S 1 can 400 g condensed milk Q 1 cup ch
14. Ingredients 3 cooking apples peeled and sliced thinly 1 4 teaspoon cinnamon pinch nutmeg 2 sheets ready rolled puff pastry 1 egg lightly beaten caster sugar Method Place apples cinnamon and sugar into a 2 litre casserole dish Cook covered on HIGH for 3 to 5 minutes Drain well To Cook by Convection Preheat oven to 210 C Cut sheet of pastry in half Place 2 halves of pastry side by side on a bread board Place apple mixture on top leaving a 2 cm border around the edge Brush edges with beaten egg and place remaining half of pastry on top of apple mixture Secure edges together Brush top with egg Cut slits across the top of pastry Sprinkle with caster sugar Place slice on a greased baking tray Place on Low Rack and cook on 210 C for 15 to 20 minutes 86 Chocolate Brownies A R Makes 20 cm square pan Ingredients 125g butter 200 g dark chocolate chopped 1 cup caster sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla essence 2 eggs 1 cup plain flour 3 4 cup nuts chopped Method Preheat oven to 180 C Grease and paper line a 20 cm square pan Melt butter and chocolate on MED HIGH power for 2 to 3 minutes stirring once Stir in sugar vanilla eggs flour and nuts Spread into prepared pan Cook on Low Rack for 25 to 30 minutes Allow to cool remove from pan and spread with prepared topping Cut into small square To Cook by Auto Menu Prepare as above Place on Low Rack Select Cake Slice j then press Start T
15. Serves 4 Ingredients 750 g topside mince 1 onion finely chopped 1 clove garlic crushed black pepper 2 tablespoons chopped parsley 1 tablespoon Italian herbs 1 egg lightly beaten 250 g Mozzarella cheese grated Tomato Sauce 1 can 425 g 1 tablespoon 1 teaspoon tomato pieces tomato paste dried basil Method Preheat oven to 190 C Mix all ingredients except cheese until well combined Lay a large sheet of greaseproof paper onto a work surface Place meat on paper and press out firmly to measure 35 x 25 cm Sprinkle cheese over meat mixture leaving a 2 cm border around all sides Tightly roll up meat mixture Place in a 23 x 13cm loaf tin Cook on 190 C for 50 to 55 minutes Drain well after cooking Stand for 5 minutes before slicing To Cook by Combination Prepare as above Cook on Combination 1 for 40 to 45 minutes Drain well after cooking Stand for 5 minutes before slicing Method for Sauce Combine all ingredients in a food processor and process until smooth Pour into 4 cup jug Cover with plastic wrap Cook on HIGH for 5 to7 minutes 68 Pepper Pot Beef AR Serves 4 to 6 Ingredients 1 teaspoon minced garlic 1 red capsicum cubed 410g can tomatoes 500 g cubed beef 1 4 cup tomato paste Worcestershire sauce cracked pepper 1 tablespoon 1 tablespoon Method In a 3 litre dish mix garlic capsicum tomatoes beef tomato paste Worcestershire sauce and pepper To Cook by M
16. The first instruction will be scrolled across the display window Turn clockwise for the next instruction Turn counterclockwise for the previous instruction Instructions include operation of microwave convection oven For detailed information on operation please refer to page 14 21 ENJOY YOUR MEAL will be scrolled across the display window at the end of each recipe To Use Recipe Prompting NOTE Throughout Recipe Prompting the oven will instruct you to set the cooking time and power level at each stage of the recipe Set the instructed power level and cooking time using the Micro Power pad and Time Weight Dial These settings are a guide only If you wish to change the oven can accept a different power level and cooking time For further information about cooking any of these recipes refer to the cooking guide section The following recipes are programmed in Recipe Prompting Recipe Page Recipe Page R 1 APRICOT HONEY SLICE 86 21 HONEY SESAME DRUMSTICKS 57 e 2 APRICOT NECTAR CHICKEN 54 22 LEMON PEPPER FISH 46 E 3 BLUEBERRY MUFFINS 84 23 LEMON POPPY SEED COOKIES 90 4 CARAMEL SAUCE 93 24 MINI BAKED POTATOES 74 6 5 CHEESE AND HAM FILLED POTATOES 74 25 PEACH CRUMBLE 92 a 6 CHEESE SAUCE 35 26 PEPPER POT BEEF 68 2 7 CHICKEN AND MUSHROOM PASTA SAUCE 81 27 POTATO CASSEROLE 75 O 8 CHICKEN CACCIATORE 52 28 POTATO WEDGES 75 9 CHICKEN CURRY
17. be very hot after removing the cooking container from the oven 9 Do not store flammable materials next to on top of or in the oven It could be a fire hazard 10 Do not cook food directly on Ceramic Tray unless indicated in recipes Food should be placed in a suitable cooking utensil 11 Do NOT use this oven to heat chemicals or other non food products Do NOT clean this oven with any product that is labeled as containing corrosive chemicals The heating of corrosive chemicals in this oven may cause microwave radiation leaks 12 When using the COMBINATION mode never place any aluminum or metal container directly on the wire rack Always insert a heatproof glass plate or dish between the wire rack and the aluminum container This will prevent sparking that may damage the oven 13 It is recommended not to use the wire rack when cooking in the MICROWAVE mode only 14 lf ceramic tray is hot aloow to cool before cleaning or placing in water 15 Look at the oven from time to time when food is heated or cooked in disposal containers of plastic paper or other combustible materials as these types of containers ignite if overheated Food 1 Do not use your oven for home canning or the heating of any closed jar Pressure will build up and the jar may explode In addition the microwave oven cannot maintain the food at the correct canning temperature Improperly canned food may spoil and be dangerous to consume 2 Do n
18. p Q 5 O D X O S Main Fare Meats EU EUA G Serves 4 Ingredients 00g topside mince 1 onion finely chopped 1 clove garlic crushed 1 2 cup fresh breadcrumbs tomato sauce freshly ground black pepper 1 tablespoon Sauce 1 2 cup pineapple pieces reserve juice 1 2 cup brown sugar 1 tablespoon cornflour 1 2 cup beef stock 1 4 cup vinegar 2 teaspoons soy sauce Method Place mince onion garlic breadcrumbs tomato sauce and pepper in a large bowl and mix well Roll mixture into 2 5 cm balls Place half of balls onto a paper towel lined dinner plate evenly spread Cook on MEDIUM for 6 to 8 minutes turning halfway through cooking Set aside Repeat with remaining mixture Sweet and Sour Sauce Drain pineapple and reserve pineapple juice In a jug combine sugar and cornflour Add reserved pineapple juice beef stock vinegar and soy sauce Mix well Cook on HIGH for 4 minutes Stir and add pineapple pieces Cook on HIGH for a further 2 to 3 minutes Stir well Spoon sauce over meatballs and serve To Cook by Grill Prepare meatballs as above Preheat oven on Grill 1 Arrange meatballs on High Rack and cook on Grill 1 for 10 to 12 minutes turning once during cooking Beef Stroganoff Serves 4 Ingredients 1 tablespoon butter 1 onion sliced 750 g rump steak sliced into ribbon tomato sauce Worcestershire sauce 2 tablespoons 2 tablespoons 200 g sliced button mush
19. 10 to 12 BARLEY 1 cup 3 litre dish 4 cups 25 to 30 10 Directions for Cooking Pasta by Microwave Approx Time to Item Container Amount Cook Pasta on Standing Time of Boiling Water HIGH Uncovered in minutes in minutes Egg Noodles medium width 4 litre dish 6 cups 6 to 8 5 250 g Elbow Macaroni 250 g 3 litre dish 4 cups 8 to 10 5 Lasagna Noodles 250 g 4 litre dish 6 cups 8 to 10 5 Spaghetti 375 g 4 litre dish 4 cups 10 to 12 5 Specialty Noodles bows 4 litre dish 4 cups 8 to 10 5 shells etc 250 g Fragrant Coconut Rice R Macaroni and Cheese Serves 4 to 6 stand for 5 to 10 minutes Serves 4 to 6 Ingredients Ingredients o 1 onion finely chopped 609 butter ko 2 cups long grain rice 2 onions finely chopped ee 600 ml chicken stock 2 tablespoons flour Ome 300 ml coconut milk 2 cups milk fe teaspoon turmeric 1 cup grated tasty cheese 1 teaspoon cumin 6 cups cooked macaroni drained well X 1 2 cup extra grated tasty cheese 8 Method paprika eye Combine all ingredients in a 3 litre dish Cook on HIGH for 18 to 20 minutes Stir and cover Allow to Method Place butter and onions in a 2 litre casserole dish and cook on HIGH for 5 minutes Add flour mix well and cook on HIGH for 1 minute Blend in milk and cook on HIGH for 4 to 5 minutes stirring halfway through cooking Add cheese and macaroni and pour into a deep 20 cm round dish Top with extra cheese a
20. 10 to 12 Well MED HIGH 12 to 15 60 Main Fare Meats Directions for Cooking Meats by Combination Season roast as desired but add salt after cooking Salt can be used for cooking Pork Beef Pork and Lamb Roasts Place fat side down on Low Rack with a dish underneath to catch drips Place pork rib roasts rib tips down on Low Rack Shield thin ends cut edges and bony areas to prevent overcooking To shield place a thin strip of foil over top cut edges of roast Cover tapered thinner section of roast with a small square of foil Foil should not touch sides of the oven as arcing may occur Remove foil halfway through cooking time Always turn meats over halfway through cooking Canned Ham 1 5 kg to 2 5 kg Place on Low Rack Shield top cut edge with a 4 cm wide strip of foil Fold foil over top cut edge and down the sides Foil should not touch oven sides as arcing may occur Pot Roast 1 2 kg to 1 75 kg Place meat vegetables and seasonings in large oven proof casserole dish Cover with a lid If desired the pot roast may be cooked in an oven cooking bag Prepare the oven cooking bag according to package directions Do not use wire or metal twist ties Use the nylon ties provided or use a piece of cotton string or a strip cut from the oven bag Place bag in oven proof casserole dish Place dish on Ceramic Tray Cook on Combination 1 To Cook by Manual Combination Multiply the weight of the meat by the min
21. 2 8 kg Place chicken on Low Rack with a dish set underneath to catch drips Shield drumsticks with a strip of foil for the first 30 minutes of cooking Foil should not touch rack or oven walls as arcing may occur Whole Duck 1 5 kg to 2 5 kg Pierce skin at 2 cm intervals with a fork to allow fat to drain from duck Place duck on Low Rack with a dish set underneath to catch drips Drain juices from dish once during cooking Poultry Chart for Combination Cooking Whole Turkey 2 kg to 6 kg Place turkey on Low Rack with a dish set underneath to catch drips Halfway through cooking shield tops of drumsticks with a strip of foil Foil should not touch oven walls as arcing may occur Drain juice from dish once during cooking To Cook by Manual Combination Multiply the ready to cook weight of the poultry by the minimum recommended minutes per 500 grams Programme the Combination Setting and Time Press Start To Cook by One Touch Cooking To programme Select Chicken__ enter the weight then press Start After cooking allow to stand covered for 10 minutes This stand time allows for easier carving and finishes cooking During stand time test for desired cooking Small poultry is cooked when juices run clear and the drumsticks readily move up and down Large poultry should be checked with a meat thermometer inserted in both thigh joints If thermometer touches bone the reading may be inaccura
22. Cook by Microwave Cook on MED HIGH for 8 to 10 minutes Sprinkle with paprika and serve To Cook by Combination Sprinkle with paprika then cook on Combination 2 for 20 to 25 minutes Serves 5 Ingredients 10 frankfurters 1 4 cup water Method Place frankfurters in a 2 litre casserole dish Make a few slits in each frankfurter Add water to dish Cover dish with a lid or plastic wrap Cook on HIGH for 4 to 5 minutes Tip To cook one frankfurter prick and place ona dinner plate Cook on HIGH for 30 to 40 seconds 41 Spinach Quiche Serves 3 to 4 Ingredients Pastry 2 sheets ready rolled short crust pastry Filling 1 2 bunch spinach stalks removed and spinach chopped 4 eggs 1 cup milk or cream 1 4 teaspoon nutmeg freshly ground black pepper 120g Gruyere cheese grated Method Pastry Place pastry in the base and sides of a greased 23 cm pie plate Refrigerate for 30 minutes Prick the base of the pastry several times with a fork and cook on Combination 4 for 10 to 12 minutes Filling Place spinach in a 3 litre casserole dish Cover and cook on HIGH for 3 to 5 minutes Drain well between two dinner plates Beat eggs milk or cream nutmeg and pepper together Add spinach and mix well Pour into pastry case and sprinkle with cheese Cook on Combination 2 for 20 to 25 minutes Roasted Nuts Serves 2 to 4 Ingredients 1 cup raw peanuts with or without skins and unsalted salad oil
23. How to Keep Everything Hot at The Same Time Plan your meals so that the food will not all need last minute cooking or attention at the same time The special features of microwave cookery make it easy to serve meals with everything piping hot Cooking of some foods may be interrupted while you start others without harming the nutritional value or flavor of either A recipe which requires standing time can be microwaved first and another food cooked while it stands Dishes prepared in advance can be reheated briefly before serving It does take some experience and time to cook with confidence Microwaves are fast so you will have to do some experimenting You might find you will use your conventional range in conjunction with your microwave oven For example while cooking the roast in the microwave oven you can be cooking the vegetables and gravy on the range top This can also be done the other way around Prepare your meal as follows 1 Firstly cook the most dense item roast or casserole Drain and retain meat juice from joints then cover with foil Cook the potatoes rice or pasta Cover with foil for standing Cook greens and other vegetables Cover with foil for standing Cook the gravy with the retained meat juices stock and thickening Carve the roast and serve the vegetables and gravy While you are learning to plan meals you may get a bit behind time Don t worry Dinner servings may be suitably reheat
24. Method cucumber cornflour brown sugar chicken stock dry sherry white vinegar soy sauce tomato paste pineapple pieces and juice red capsicum pepper diagonally sliced stick celery diagonally sliced Cut cucumber in half lengthwise scoop out seeds and slice diagonally into 1 cm pieces Combine cornflower and sugar in a 2 litre casserole dish Gradually stir in stock sherry vinegar soy sauce tomato paste pineapple pieces and juice capsicum and celery Cook on HIGH for 10 to 12 minutes stirring every 2 minutes Serve with ham steaks pork chops or chicken 94 Makes Approximately 1 3 cup Ingredients 1 tablespoon water 1 tablespoon 2 tablespoons 2 tablespoons sugar brown vinegar mint finely chopped Method Combine all ingredients in a 1 cup jug Cook on HIGH for 30 to 60 seconds Stir well and serve with Roast Lamb Hollandaise Sauce Makes 3 4 cup Ingredients 60g butter 2 tablespoons lemon juice 2 egg yolks 1 4 cup cream 1 2 teaspoon mustard 1 4 teaspoon salt Method Place butter in a 2 cup jug cook on HIGH for 40 seconds Add lemon juice egg yolks and cream mix well Cook on MEDIUM for 60 to 90 seconds Add mustard and salt mix until smooth Serve with eggs vegetables or fish dishes Rhubarb and Apple Conserve Make 2 cups Ingredients 350 y rhubarb chopped 3 medium sized apples grated 2 tablespoons water 1 cup caster sugar 2 tablespoons lemon juice M
25. Pork Serves 6 Ingredients 1 8 kg pork roll 1 2 bunch spinach washed and stalks removed 1 clove garlic crushed juice of 1 lemon 1 2 cup pine nuts Method Unroll pork on a flat surface Place spinach leaves garlic and lemon juice in a 3 litre casserole dish Cook covered on HIGH for 3 to 4 minutes Place spinach mixture on top of pork and sprinkle with pine nuts Re roll pork tightly and secure with string Place pork on Low Rack Cook on Combination 5 for 75 to 85 minutes Stand covered for 10 minutes before serving Barbecued Spare Ribs G Serves 4 Ingredients 1kg pork spare ribs 3 4 cup fruit chutney 1 2 cup tomato sauce 1 tablespoon 1 tablespoon soy sauce Worcestershire sauce Method Place all ingredients into a large pyrex bowl and mix well Allow the spare ribs to marinate for several hours or overnight Preheat grill on Grill 1 Cook spare ribs on High Rack for 20 to 25 minutes Turn halfway through cooking Serve with rice 2 fe o Roast Pork A Serves 6 to 8 Q Ingredients S 2 to 2 25 kg loin of pork on bone Q 2 teaspoons salt Method Place pork skin side up on Low Rack Rub salt into rind of pork To Cook by Combination Cook on Combination 5 for 1 hour 30 to 45 minutes Stand for at least 10 minutes before carving To cook by Auto Menu Prepare as above Select then press Start Pork enter the weight Vegetable Varieties Directions for
26. Recipe Prompting More Stop Reset Quick Min CE E E be DIMENSION 4 Genius NN C2000W 2 Press After the burst of steam is detected by the SENSOR the remaining cooking time appears in the display and begins to count down More Less More Less pads O Preferences for food doneness vary with each individual After having used Sensor Reheat Sensor Cook a few times you may decide you would prefer your food cooked to a different doneness By using the More Less pads the programs can be adjusted to cook food for a longer or shorter time Press More Less pads after selecting category and before pressing Start pad For best results follow these recommendations 1 The Sensor Reheat Sensor Cook work by detecting the amount of steam generated by the food being cooked From the generated steam the oven then calculates the remaining cooking time 2 When an Auto Program has been selected the category will appear in the display window 3 The door should not be opened before the time appears in the display window 4 When cooking time is longer than 60 minutes the time will appear in hours and minutes 5 Do not use plastic dishes as a secure seal cannot be achieved and inaccurate results may occur 6 If the oven has been previously used on CONVECTION COMBINATION or GRILL and it is too hot to be used on a Sensor Program a HOT will appear in the display window The cooling fan will operate to cool the
27. Return all the lambs fry to the dish and add bacon and onion season with pepper and add parsley Stir well Cook on HIGH 1 to 2 minutes and serve immediately 63 Rack of Lamb Lamb and Mushroom Kebabs G Makes 8 skewers Ingredients 1 4 cup red wine 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 tablespoon oil 1 clove garlic crushed 1 2 teaspoon ground coriander freshly ground black pepper 500 y boneless leg lamb trimmed and cut into 3 cm cubes 200 g mushrooms stalks removed 1 tablespoon oil Method Combine red wine lemon juice oil garlic coriander and pepper in a jug Place lamb in a bowl Pour over liquid Cover and leave to marinate overnight Preheat a browning dish on HIGH for 6 to 7 minutes Thread lamb cubes and mushrooms alternately onto bamboo skewers Approximately 4 cubes of meat per skewer Add oil to browning dish and place 4 skewers in dish Cook on HIGH for 6 to 8 minutes turning once during cooking Remove skewers and drain any juices Preheat the browning dish on HIGH for a further 3 minutes Add remaining 4 skewers and cook on HIGH for 6 to 8 minutes Serve on a bed of rice To Cook by Grill Prepare as above Preheat oven to Grill 1 Place skewers on High Rack and cook on Grill 1 for 10 to 12 minutes e fe o x gt Q E Q 4 2 5 O D x 2 S Main Fare Meats HEREA A Serves 4 Ingredients 600 g lamb cut into 2 cm cubes 1 onion sl
28. Wicker and Wood Straw and wicker baskets may be used in the microwave oven for a short period of time to warm rolls or bread Large wooden utensils such as bowls or cutting boards should NOT be used for prolonged heating as the microwave energy may cause the wood to become dry and brittle Cookware and Utensil Chart Microwave Grill Convection Combination Aluminium foil for shielding yes yes for shielding Browning dish yes no no no Brown paper bags no no no no Dinnerware oven microwave safe yes yes yes yes non oven microwave safe yes no no no Disposable polyester paperboard dishes yes no yes up to 220 C yes up to 220 C Glassware oven glassware amp ceramic yes yes yes yes non heat resistant no no no no Metal cookware no yes yes yes Metal twist ties no yes yes no Oven cooking bag yes no yes yes Paper towels and napkins yea no no no Plastic defrosting rack yes no no no Plastic dishes microwave safe yes no 3 i non microwave safe no no no no Plastic wrap yes no no no Straw wicker wood yes no no no Thermometers microwave safe yes no no no conventional no yes yes no Waxed paper yes no no no Follow recipe instructions NOTE See page 10 for accessories included Check manufacturers recommendation must withstand heat u D a e D O Lo D E e gt Feature Diagram al c e i
29. amount of food or liquid and the starting temperature of it Test temperature before serving or further heating For an added touch at dinner parties steam your own hand towels Saturate in cold water wring and place on a plate Heat on HIGH for 1 to 2 minutes To soften cream cheese or butter place in oven on LOW for 2 to 1 minutes per 1 2 cup Refrigerated cheese 250 g can be heated to room temperature on MEDIUM for 1 2 to 1 minute depending on size When having a barbecue partially cook food in the microwave season and finish cooking on the barbecue To melt chocolate place 100 9 broken chocolate in a 4 cup glass jug and heat on MEDIUM for 2 to 3 minutes As chocolate holds its shape after heating stir and stand before adding extra time to cooking To remove oven odors combine 1 2 teaspoon vanilla essence with 1 cup water in a small bowl and heat on HIGH 4 to 5 minutes Wipe oven interior with a damp cloth To toast 1 cup almonds place onto a plate and heat on HIGH for 2 to 3 minutes stirring every minute To dry herbs arrange 1 2 cup of leaves evenly on paper towel Place a mug of water into the oven next to the herbs and cook on HIGH for 1 to 3 minutes or until dry and crumbly Check herbs frequently as timing may vary with different herbs Please note that herbs dry and crumble on standing outside the microwave oven To soften dried fruit place 1 cup of dried fruit into a small bowl Add 2 tablespoons of water
30. at the recommended power level DO NOT USE A CONVENTIONAL MEAT THERMOMETER IN THE MICROWAVE OVEN Let stand covered with foil 10 to 15 minutes after cooking Standing time allows the temperature to equalise throughout the food and finishes the cooking process If a large amount of juice accumulates in the bottom of the baking dish occasionally drain it If desired reserve for making gravy Less tender birds should be cooked in liquid such as soup or broth Use 4 cup per 500 g of poultry Use an oven cooking bag or covered casserole Select a covered casserole dish deep enough so that bird does not touch the lid 49 After cooking check the internal temperature of the bird with a microwave or conventional meat thermometer inserted into the thigh muscle Check temperature in both muscles The thermometer should not touch bone If it does the reading could be inaccurate A thermometer cannot be accurately inserted into a small bird To check desired cooking of a small bird juices should be clear and the drumsticks should readily move up and down During cooking it may be necessary to shield legs wings and the breast bone to prevent overcooking Wooden toothpicks can be used to hold foil in place If an oven cooking bag is used prepare according to package directions Do not use wire twist ties to close bag Use only nylon tie a piece of cotton string or a strip cut from the open end of t
31. celery Q 1 large onion cut into petals S 1 green capsicum pepper Q cut into 2 5 cm pieces 1 red capsicum pepper cut into 2 5 cm pieces 1 cup sliced mushrooms Hoi Sin sauce soy sauce 1 tablespoon 2 teaspoons Method Place a browning dish on HIGH for 7 minutes Add oil and vegetables and stir well Cook on HIGH for 4 to 5 minutes stirring halfway through cooking Mix together sauces in a 1 cup glass jug and cook on HIGH for 1 minute Pour over hot vegetables and mix well 5 O D x O S Vegetable Varieties Cheese and Ham Filled Potatoes Cheese and Ham Filled Potatoes A Gj Serves 4 Ingredients 4 medium sized potatoes 100g ham finely diced 3 tablespoons snipped chives 40g butter 1 2 cup grated Cheddar cheese Method Place potatoes on a dinner plate Cook on HIGH for 5 to 7 minutes Allow to stand for 4 minutes Cut off tops of potatoes and scoop out filling Mash filling with remaining ingredients Spoon filling into potatoes Cook on HIGH for 3 to 5 minutes To Cook by Microwave Cook on HIGH for 6 to 8 minutes To Cook by Auto Menu Select Root Veg then press Start 74 Cheesy Mashed Potatoes Serves 4 Ingredients 500 g potatoes peeled and quartered 1 4 cup water 1 4 cup milk 1 tablespoon butter 1 4 cup grated cheese pinch of nutmeg Method Place potatoes and water into a 2 litre casserole dish Cover and cook o
32. cup soy sauce 1 4 cup honey 2 tablespoons sesame seeds Method Marinate chicken in remaining ingredients for 2 hours Place chicken in pie plate Cook on MED HIGH for 9 minutes Turn over Cook on MED HIGH for another 9 minutes Grilled Sweet Chilli and Lime Chicken a Serves 6 Ingredients 1 clove garlic crushed 1 tablespoon chopped coriander 1 4 cup sweet chilli sauce 2 tablespoons lime juice 6 chicken thigh fillets halved Guacamole 1 medium size ripe avocado 1 clove garlic crushed 1 tablespoon lime juice 1 2 cup lite sour cream cracked black pepper Method Combine garlic coriander chilli sauce lime juice and chicken fillets in a 2 litre bowl Cover Marinate for 1 to 2 hours in the refrigerator Preheat oven to Grill 1 Arrange marinated chicken on High Rack Cook for 12 to 15 minutes turning halfway through cooking Serve with guacamole To prepare guacamole In a small bowl mash avocado and stir in garlic lime juice sour cream and cracked black pepper to taste 57 Peanut Satay G Serves 4 Ingredients 750 g boneless chicken cut into 2 5 cm cubes Marinade 1 2 teaspoon caraway seeds 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1 clove garlic crushed 1 tablespoon brown sugar 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 tablespoon lemon juice pinch salt bamboo skewers Satay Sauce 3 red chillies seeded and finely chopped 2 cloves garlic crushed 1 cm piece ginger grated 1 teaspoon salt 1 2 cup peanut bu
33. for tenderising Browning Meats and poultry cooked longer than 10 to 15 minutes brown from their own fat Foods cooked for shorter periods of time can be aided with the help of a browning sauce worcestershire sauce or soy sauce Simply brush one of these sauces over meat or poultry before cooking Baked goods do not need long cooking time and therefore do not brown When cakes or cupcakes are iced no one will notice this visual difference For cakes or cupcakes brown sugar can be used in the recipe in place of caster sugar or the surface can be sprinkled with dark spices before baking Standing Time The moisture molecules continue to vibrate in the food when the microwave oven has turned itself off After all the molecules had been vibrating at 2 450 000 000 times per second during cooking So cooking continues even after the food is no longer being exposed to the microwaves in or outside your microwave oven Standing time refers to the time it takes after the microwave time is completed to allow the interior of the food to finish cooking The amount of standing time varies with the size and density of the food In meat cookery the internal temperature will rise between 5 C and 10 C if allowed to stand covered for ten to fifteen minutes Casseroles and vegetables need a shorter amount of standing time but this time is necessary to allow foods to complete cooking in the centre without overcooking on the edges The power level
34. is also reduced as preheating is not required To calculate cooking time start by cooking for approximately 2 3 of the conventional cooking time and add additional time If required For examples of recipes and cooking times consult recipes in the recipe section Ovenproof cookware including ceramic is suitable for use on Combination cooking Cakes slices desserts etc may be cooking in metal cookware providing there is suitable quantity of food to be absorbed by the microwave heat For example do not place a small amount of food in a large metallic dish as arcing may occur When cooking by Combination place dishes to be cooked on the Ceramic Tray When roasting meat the roasts may be placed directly on Low Rack Sausages and rissoles may also be cooked in this way Place a heatproof glass or ceramic dish under the rack to catch any drips from the roast Alternately elevate the roast on a roasting rack in a baking dish and place directly on Ceramic Tray EN AP Ilo APEQLAR TIN SSE e Lo 1 i e gt go T m 0 Examples of Foods to Cook by Combination Mode Combination Oven Micro Power Setting Foods suitable Temperature Level COMB 1 Casseroles pot roasts meat loaves corned meat 150 C LOW COMB 2 Quiche baked custards rice pudding 160 C LOW COMB 3 Cakes self saucing pudding layered slices apple pie 170 C LOW COMB 4 Single layer slice lig
35. minutes until mixture has thickened Whisk twice during cooking Pour into jars cool them seal Store in the refrigerator Lemon Butter Makes 1 cup Ingredients 1 2 cup lemon juice 1 tablespoon lemon rind 1 3 cup sugar egg yolks 1 tablespoon butter 1 tablespoon cornflour Method Blend all ingredients in a 4 cup glass jug Cook on MEDIUM for 3 to 4 minutes stirring every minute Pour into hot sterilised jars and seal immediately Passionfruit Butter Makes 11 2 cups Ingredients 3 eggs 1 2 cup caster sugar 6 passionfruit pulp removed 90 y butter Method Beat eggs and sugar together in a 1 litre jug until combined Stir in passionfruit pulp and butter Cook on MED HIGH for 4 minutes stirring after every minutes Pour into hot sterilised jars when cool seal 96 Mango Chutney Makes 2 cups Ingredients 450 g fresh mango sliced 250 g cooking apples peeled cored and sliced 2 tablespoons salt 2 onions finely sliced 300 g brown sugar 150 ml malt vinegar 1 teaspoon ground ginger 1 teaspoon chilli powder Method Place mango and apple in a bowl and sprinkle with salt Stand overnight Rinse and drain fruit Place fruit in a 4 litre casserole dish add onion Cover and cook on HIGH for 6 minutes stirring halfway through cooking Add sugar vinegar and spices mix well Cover and cook on HIGH for 15 minutes Pour into sterilised jars and seal Tomato Chutney Makes 3 cups Ingredi
36. oven Oven Door Wipe with a soft cloth when steam accumulates inside or around the outside of the oven door This may occur when the oven is operated under high humidity conditions and in no way indicates a malfunction of the unit or microwave leakage After GRILL or COMBINATION cooking the oven should be cleaned with a soft cloth squeezed in soapy water If the oven is not cleaned occasionally to eliminate this grease it can accumulate and cause the oven to SMOKE during use To avoid smoking run the oven without food on Grill 1 for 20 minutes Control Panel If the control panel becomes wet clean with a soft dry cloth Do not use harsh detergents or abrasives on the control panel The roller ring and oven cavity floor Wipe the bottom surface of the oven with mild detergent water or window cleaner and dry The roller ring may be washed in mild soapy water or dishwasher These areas should be kept clean to avoid excessive noise D gt D o le D Technical Specifications Power Source 240 V 50 Hz 230 V 50 Hz 220 V 50 Hz Power Consumption Microwave 5 3 Amps 1 220 W 5 6 Amps 1 220 W 5 9 Amps 1 220 W Heater 7 5 Amps 1 800 W 7 8 Amps 1 800 W 8 2 Amps 1 800 W Output Microwave 1 000 W 1 000 W 1 000 W Heater Approx 1 800 W Apprtox 1 800 W Approx 1 800 W Outside Dimension Oven Cavity Dimensions Trim Kit Trim Kit Cabi
37. oven rapidly After the HOT disappears the program may be used If you are in a hurry cook food manually i e select Micro Power Level and cooking time yourself 22 To Reheat Cook by Sensor Reheat Auto Menu SENSOR REHEAT 200 g 1 2 kg All foods must be pre cooked Foods should be at room or refrigerated temperatures Stirrable foods are recommended Place in a suitably sized dish approximately 3 4 full Dish should be covered with plastic wrap or a fitting lid Stir food after removal from oven Allow 2 to 3 minutes standing time Do not reheat in foil or plastic containers 1 FROZEN REHEAT 200 g 1 2 kg e Suitable for reheating pre cooked soups stews casseroles roast dinners pasta dishes except lasagne and rice dishes from a frozen temperature e This setting is not suitable for reheating frozen bread or pastry products raw or uncooked foods or beverages e Remove convenience foods from foil or plastic packaging and place in an appropriate sized dish e Cover dish with plastic wrap or a lid e Halfway through cooking time the oven will beep and prompt you to STIR or REARRANGE the foods At the end of the cooking time stir and let stand for 3 5 minutes 2 VEGETABLES 125 g 1 0 kg e Place in a suitably sized dish and cover with plastic wrap or a fitting lid e Larger vegetables should be placed in a single layer in a shallow dish e Add 1 tablespoon to 1 4 cup of wate
38. salt to taste 2 teaspoons Method Place peanuts in a single layer on a pie plate Cook on HIGH for 4 to 6 minutes stirring every 2 minutes during cooking until golden brown Drizzle nuts with oil and sprinkle with salt Stir well Cook on HIGH for 30 to 40 seconds Stir Serve hot or cold in a small bowl e fe o zx gt Q 3 Q p 2 5 O D x O S Soups Snacks and Starters Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings Makes 2 to 4 Ingredients 4 small round pita breads 2 tablespoons tomato paste 3 4 cup grated Mozzarella cheese 3 4 cup chopped salami 50g mushrooms chopped 2 tomatoes chopped 1 teaspoon mixed dried herbs Method Place pita bread onto a dinner plate Spread each piece with tomato paste then sprinkle with remaining ingredients Cook on MEDIUM for 4 to 5 minutes Cheese Straws Makes 60 Ingredients 1 sheet ready rolled puff pastry 1 4 cup milk 1 cup Parmesan cheese 2 teaspoons paprika Method To Cook by 2 Level Convection Preheat oven to 200 C Cut each pastry sheet into 10 equal strips approx 2 cm wide Twist pastry strips and place on a round greased baking tray Brush pastry with egg Mix cheese and paprika together and sprinkle over each twist Cook on 200 C for 10 to 12 minutes or until golden 42 Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings J Serves 4 Ingredients 1 3 cup lemon juice 1 4 cup olive oil 2 cloves garlic crushed 1
39. the surface of the food to a depth of about two to three centimeters and then the heat is gradually conducted in a random pattern Some parts of food matter cook faster than others Special microwaving techniques are used to promote fast and even cooking Some of these techniques are similar to those used in conventional cooking but because microwaves produce heat very quickly they are extremely important It s a must to be familiar with the following tips Food Characteristics Size and Quantity Small portions cook faster than large portions As you increase the quantity of food you put into the microwave oven you must also increase your cooking time The microwave oven has only the same power regardless of quantity thus the power is divided between more items and so it takes longer to cook As a general guide if you double the quantity of food suggested in the recipe add half the time suggested again Liquid Content Low moisture foods take a shorter time to cook than foods with a lot of moisture Shape Uniform sizes cook more evenly To compensate for irregular shapes place thin pieces towards the centre of the dish and thicker pieces towards the outer edge of the dish Bone and Fat Bones conduct heat and cause the meat next to them to be heated more quickly Large amounts of fat absorb microwave energy and meat next to these areas may overcook Starting Temperature Food which has been sitting at room temperature tak
40. the top cut edge with a 3 cm strip of foil Wrap strip of foil around ham and secure to body of ham with wooden toothpicks Fold 2 cm over cut surface If desired glaze last 10 to 20 minutes of cooking 2 5 O D x O S Main Fare Meats Directions for Cooking Less Tender Cuts of Meat by Microwave Less tender cuts of meat such as pot roasts should be cooked in liquid Use 1 2 to 1 cup of soup broth etc per 500 g of meat Use an oven cooking bag or covered casserole when cooking less tender cuts of meat Select a covered casserole deep enough so that the meat does not touch the lid If an oven cooking bag is used prepare the bag according to package directions Do not use wire or metal twist ties Use the nylon tie provided otherwise use a piece of cotton string or a strip cut from the open end of the bag Make six 2 cm slits in top of bag to allow steam to escape Multiply the weight of the roast by the minimum recommended minutes per 500 g Programme Power and Time Turn meat over halfway through cooking Meat Chart for Microwave Cooking Poultry Power Approx Cooking Time minutes per 500 g Beef Roasts Rare MED HIGH 8 to 10 Medium MED HIGH 10 to 12 Well MED HIGH 12 to 14 Chuck Flank Brisket MEDIUM 25 to 30 Pork Leg of Pork MED HIGH 12 to 15 Loin of Pork MED HIGH 12 to 15 Pork Chops MED HIGH 6 to 8 Ham Canned fully cooked MED HIGH 5 to 7 Lamb Medium MED HIGH
41. wine 1 4 teaspoon 1 teaspoon 1 tablespoon 1 tablespoon 1 can 250 g 1 4 cup Method Wash clean and pat dry quails In a 1 litre dish combine rice spring onions basil pistachio nuts thyme cayenne pepper ginger and milk Mix well and place a 1 4 of the mixture into the cavity of each quail Tie the legs together and place quails into a shallow 2 litre dish Set aside In a 2 cup jug combine plum jam hoi sin sauce and butter Cook on HIGH for 30 to 40 seconds Brush jam mixture over quails and cook on MED HIGH for 10 to 14 minutes brush with glaze halfway through cooking Cover and allow to stand for 5 minutes whilst preparing the sauce Puree plums with wine and heat in a 2 cup jug on HIGH for 1 to 2 minutes Pour sauce over quails and serve with vegetables or salad garnished with extra pistachio nuts Camembert Chicken Serves 4 to 6 Ingredients 1 5 kg Chicken 125g Camembert cheese sliced thinly 25g butter melted Method Clean and pat dry chicken with paper towel Using the back of a spoon gently lift the skin away from the flesh of the bird on the breast Place the slices of cheese under the skin Brush chicken with butter Place the chicken on Low Rack breast side up and cook on Combination 6 for 50 to 60 minutes stand for 15 minutes before serving Poultry Honey Sesame Drumsticks R Makes 6 Ingredients 8 chicken drumsticks 1 teaspoon chopped garlic 1 teaspoon chopped ginger 1 4
42. 0 minutes sien eine Time can be entered 10 second intervals up to 5 mins O then 1 min intervals Recipe Prompting More Less Stop Reset Quick Min Start o 5 Press Cooking will start DIMENSION 4 ar NN C2000W NOTE 1 Place Ceramic Tray correctly in the oven before preheating 2 If the oven door is not opened after the completion of preheating the oven will maintain the selected Grill Power for 30 minutes After 30 minutes the oven will shut off automatically and revert to the time of day 3 If preheating is not required for the food you are cooking eliminate step 2 18 To Cook on Convection 1 Level Convection Just like a conventional oven the convection oven has a heating element to give the dry heating needed to produce crisp browned exteriors Convection cooking has the addition of a fan to produce conventional results with a slightly reduced cooking time Convection cooking temperatures range from 100 C to 250 C Most conventional recipes will be suitable for use Follow the minimum suggested cooking times and add additional time if required Convection recipes are also available throughout the recipe section Use of Accessory Low Rack ee Ela E y Ceramic Tray 1 e 9 Convection Press a 2 Level Convection 2 Level Convection is available for when you wish to cook a larger quantity of food The entire oven cavity
43. 1 onion quartered 1 2 teaspoon crushed garlic 1 2 large red capsicum sliced 2 sticks celery sliced 2 tablespoons sliced water chestnuts 100 g snowpeas 1 tablespoon honey sweet chilli sauce chopped mint scallops 1 tablespoon 1 tablespoon 500 y Method Preheat a browning dish on HIGH for 5 to 7 minutes Add onions and garlic and cook on HIGH for 1 to 2 minutes Add remaining ingredients and cook on HIGH for 3 to 5 minutes stir halfway through cooking Serve immediately e fe e zx gt Q E Q p Q 5 O D X O S Fish and Shellfish Cheesy Lobster Mornay Salmon P t Serves 21 2 cups Ingredients 1 tablespoon butter 3 spring onions sliced 1 tablespoon plain flour 1 teaspoon prepared mustard salt and pepper 1 2 cup sour cream 1 4 cup mayonnaise 1 4 cup white wine 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 can 440 g salmon drained and bones removed 1 tablespoon gelatine 1 4 cup water Method Place butter and spring onions in a 1 litre casserole dish Cook on HIGH for 2 to 3 minutes Add flour mustard salt and pepper Stir and cook on HIGH for 1 minute Stir in sour cream mayonnaise wine lemon juice and salmon Pur e mixture in a blender or food processor Place gelatine and water in small dish and cook on HIGH for 20 to 30 seconds Allow mixture to cool slightly Stir into salmon mixture Pour into a 21 2 cup mould and refrigerate until s
44. 10 to 15 Pepper Chicken Chicken Cacciatore J Serves 4 Serves 4 Ingredients Ingredients o 2 tablespoons butter 1 kg chicken drumsticks come 4 chicken breast fillets 440 g can tomatoes Ss 1 tablespoon ground black pepper 1 4 cup tomato paste 2to3 cloves crushed garlic 1 teaspoon minced garlic fe tablespoon seeded mustard 1 onion sliced 2 tablespoons lemon juice 2 teaspoons dried oregano ag 1 2 cup cream 8 Method O Method In a 3 litre dish mix all the ingredients Preheat a browning dish on HIGH for 5 to 7 minutes Set on MED HIGH for 12 to 15 minutes Flatten chicken fillets and press pepper onto each Turn over Stir Set MED HIGH for 15 minutes fillet Add butter and garlic to browning dish with chicken and cook on MED HIGH for 6 to 8 minutes Turn halfway through cooking Remove chicken and add mustard lemon juice and cream to dish stir well Replace fillets into dish and cook on MED HIGH for 1 to 2 minutes 52 Poultry Chicken and Potato Casserole Serves 4 Ingredients 1 chicken cooked 500 g potatoes peeled and thinly sliced 1 4 cup water 30g butter 1 onion finely chopped 1 clove garlic crushed 2 tablespoons plain flour 1 cup chicken stock 1 teaspoon French mustard 1 2 cup cream 3 4 cup grated tasty cheese paprika Method Remove chicken meat from bones Place potatoes and water in a 2 litre casserole dish Cover and cook on HIGH for 8 to 10 minutes Drain Combine chicken and potatoe
45. 2 cup caster sugar 1 2 cup crushed pineapple 1 cup grated carrot 3 4 cup chopped pecan nuts 60 y chocolate 2 eggs 1 3 cup oil Icing 60 y cream cheese 20g butter 11 2 cups icing sugar 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 4 cup chopped pecan nuts Method In a bowl place flour bicarbonate of soda sugar pineapple carrot and pecan nuts Place chocolate into a small bowl and cook on MED HIGH for 40 to 60 seconds stir halfway through cooking Add chocolate eggs and oil to flour mixture and mix until well combined Grease a microwave safe ring dish and cook on MED HIGH for 6 to 8 minutes Allow to stand covered for 5 minutes before turning out to cool Beat together all icing ingredients except pecan nuts Spread icing over cooled cake and sprinkle with pecan nuts To Cook by Combination Prepare as above Place on Low Rack Cook on Combination 4 for 25 to 35 minutes Chocolate and Coffee Truffles Makes Approximately 24 Ingredients 1 cup icing sugar 4 tablespoons cocoa 1 tablespoon instant coffee powder 60 y plain sweet biscuits crushed 60 g copha 1 teaspoon vanilla essence 1 2 cup condensed milk chocolate sprinkles Method Sift icing sugar cocoa and coffee into a bowl Ass biscuits and mix until well combined Place copha in a small bowl and cook on HIGH for 11 2 to 2 minutes Cool copha slightly and add to dry ingredients Mix well Add vanilla and condensed milk combine until mixture is thick Chill for
46. 3 0 kg e Place the lamb fat side down on Low Rack with a shallow dish underneath to collect drips e Turn the lamb over approximately halfway through cooking time e At the completion of the cooking time wrap the meat in aluminium foil and allow to stand for 10 15 minutes before carving e Boneless roasts may require an additional 5 10 minutes cooking time Micro Power MEDIUM 14 LAMB AND BAKED VEGETABLES 750 g 3 0 kg meat only e Place lamb fat side up on Low Rack with a shallow dish underneath to collect the drips e Cut vegetables into even sized pieces e For roasts weighing more than 1 4 kg place potatoes around the outside of the rack Brush with melted butter or oil Add softer vegetables such as pumpkin and sweet potato after 1 3 of the cooking time is complete e At the completion of the cooking time wrap the lamb in aluminium foil and allow to stand for 10 minutes before carving 25 15 PORK 750 g 3 0 kg Select roasts that are uniform in shape if not tie roasts with string to aid with even cooking Place the pork crackling side up on Low Rack with a shallow dish underneath to collect drips For crispy crackling score rind brush with oil and sprinkle with salt There is no need to turn the pork during the cooking time At the completion of cooking time wrap the pork in aluminium foil and allow to stand for 10 15 minutes before carving 16 PORK AND BAKED VEGETABLES 750 g 3 0 kg mea
47. 5 for 20 to 25 minutes or until golden brown Main Fare Meats Rack of Lamb Serves 4 Ingredients 1 rack of lamb approx 8 cutlets 1 clove garlic cut into slices rosemary Method Score rack of lamb and insert slices of garlic under skin Place lamb fat side down on Low Rack Sprinkle with rosemary Cook on Combination 4 for 15 to 20 minutes turning halfway through cooking Stand for 5 minutes before serving Seasoned Roast Lamb Serves 4 to 6 Ingredients 1 6 kg lamb leg 1 tablespoon seeded mustard 1 tablespoon rosemary Method Place lamb on a rack in a 3 litre dish Brush with mustard and sprinkle with rosemary Cook on Combination 6 for 27 minutes Turn over Cook on Combination 6 for 27 minutes Cover Set timer for 10 minutes and allow to stand Lambs Fry and Bacon Serves 4 Ingredients 7509 lambs fry 1 4 cup flour 250 g bacon rind removed and bacon cut into 2 cm strips 2 onions sliced 1 tablespoon butter ground black pepper 1 tablespoon chopped parsley Method Soak lambs fry in water for 30 minutes remove skin and cut liver into thin strips Coat lambs fry with flour and shake off any excess Place bacon and onion into a 3 litre dish and cook on HIGH for 3 to 5 minutes Remove and drain well on absorbent paper Add half the butter to the dish and half the sliced lambs fry Cook on HIGH for 2 to 4 minutes stir halfway through cooking Repeat with remaining butter and lambs fry
48. 54 29 PUMPKIN SOUP 38 10 CHICKEN RISOTTO 79 30 RICH CHOCOLATE SAUCE 93 11 CHILLI BEEF 64 31 ROAST HERB CHICKEN 55 12 CHINESE BEEF AND VEGETABLES 66 32 SEASONED RICE 79 13 CHOCOLATE BROWNIES 86 33 SEASONED ROAST LAMB 63 14 CHOCOLATE FUDGE 83 34 SOY CHICKEN AND VEGETABLES 57 15 CREAMY BACON SAUCE 80 35 SPAGHETTI MEAT SAUCE 80 16 FRAGRANT COCONUT RICE 78 36 SPEEDY CHOCOLATE BIT SLICE 88 17 FRENCH ONION BEEF CASSEROLE 65 37 SWEET BERRY SAUCE 93 18 GARLIC PRAWNS 48 38 TOMATO AND BACON SOUP 37 19 GINGERED WHOLE FISH 48 39 TOMATO VEGETABLE CASSEROLE 73 20 HERBED VEGETABLES 72 40 VEGETABLE CURRY 73 To Use Quick Min Pad This feature allows you to set cooking times at Micro Power HIGH easily in multiples of one minute Quick Min Press to set cooking time Start O Press up to 10 minutes Cooking starts O Time appears in the display gt C Time in the display begins to count down NOTE If you use Quick Min you cannot use the Time Weight Dial or vice versa To Change the Cooking Time While operating you can change the cooking time 1 Press the Function Pad you set 2 Change the cooking time to desired amount by using the Time Weight Dial You can change the oven temperature by using the Temp Menu Select Dial This feature is not available for Sensor Reheat or Auto Menu 28 Before Requesting Service T ALL THESE THINGS ARE NORMAL N The oven cau
49. AGS Plastic Wrap such as GLAD WRAP can be used to cover dishes in most recipes Over an extended heating time some disfiguration of the wrap may occur When removing plastic wrap covers as well as any glass lid be careful to remove it away from you to avoid steam burns Loosen plastic but let dish stand covered Browning Dishes NOTE Browning dishes are no longer available This information is supplied to assist people who already own a browning dish Browning dishes are used to sear chops meat patties steaks etc A special coating on the bottom of the dish absorbs the microwave energy and becomes very hot When foods are added to the dish the result is a seared effect Preheat the dish according to the manufacturers directions Add food to be seared and heat according to recipe or personal preference Use pot holders to remove the dish from the Microwave Oven Do not use the browning dish on or in a conventional stove Remember Food can be covered with a loose sheet of absorbent towel to prevent splattering Do not attempt to deep fry in the browning dish or microwave oven as you cannot control the temperature of the oil Metal Metal cookware or utensils and those with metallic trim should NOT be used on microwave Since microwave energy is reflected by metal foods in metal containers will not cook evenly There is also the possibility of arcing Although metal utensils must be avoided in microwave cooking
50. AN MIN SEC Auto Menu Temp MenuSelect Sensor Reheat 2 Set Weight up to 3 kg Weight can be entered 0 1 kg intervals 2 A lt o oO y ha Q Oo The shape and size of the food will determine the Time Weight maximum weight the oven can accommodate Timer Recipe Prompting More Stop Reset Quick Min ees 3 Press Defrosting time appears in the display window and DIMENSIONS Gris begins to count down NN C2000W NOTES 1 Stand time or power level may be programmed after Turbo Defrost See pages 14 and 26 2 For further information on Turbo Defrost refer to next page 16 To Defrost Defrost by Setting Time Micro Power Time Weight o e Press twice Preparation for Freezing 1 Heavy duty plastic wraps and bags and freezer wraps are suitable 2 Freeze meat poultry and fish in packages with only 1 or 2 layers of food To aid in separating layers place two pieces of wax paper between them oR Ow Remove all air and seal securely Label package with type and cut of meat date and weight Defrosting times given in the charts are for thoroughly frozen foods i e at least 24 hours in freezer maintained at 18 C or lower petrosting Technique Remove from wrapper and set on a roasting rack in a dish on Ceramic Tray a On Turbo Defrost the oven will beep during defrosting At the beep Turn over all meat poultry fish and
51. Cooking Time in min on HIGH power Asparagus 250 g Covered dish with 1 2 cup water 4to6 Beans sliced finely 250 g Covered dish with 1 4 cup water 6to8 Beetroot 4 whole Covered with 2 cups water in a 4 litre dish 15 to 20 1 kg Stand after cooking 5 mins Broccoli 500 g Flowerets only in a covered dish with 1 4 6 to 8 cup water Brussels sprouts 500 g Covered dish with 4 cup water 4to6 Cabbage 500 g Shredded with 1 4 cup water in a covered 6 to 8 dish Carrots 4 sliced finely With 1 4 cup water in a covered dish 4to6 225 g Cauliflower 500 g In a covered dish with 1 4 cup water 6 to 8 Celery 6 stalks Cut in 1 cm angled pieces with 4 cup 6 to 8 400 g water in a covered dish Corn 2 cobs 500 g Brush with melted butter and cook on a 4to6 4 cobs 1 kg covered dish 8 to 10 Eggplant 1 500 g Dice with 1 4 cup water in a covered dish 4to6 Onions 3 200 g Cut in quarters with 1 4 cup water in a 6 to 8 covered dish Mushrooms 250 g sliced Cook with 2 tablespoons butter in a 3to5 covered dish Peas 250 9 Shell peas and place with 1 4 cup water in a 4to6 covered dish Potatoes mashed 5 500 g Peeled and quartered with 4 cup water 10 to 12 jacket Prick skins on paper towel lined plate 8 to 10 uncovered Pumpkin 500 g Peeled and cut into uniform pieces with 1 4 8 to 10 cup water in a covered dish Spinach 250g Remove stem cut leaves into small pieces 4to6 With 1 4 cup water in a dish covered Sweet potato 500 g In s
52. Cooking Vegetables by Microwave Fresh Vegetables Place vegetables in a casserole dish Add 2 to 3 tablespoons of water per 500 g of vegetables Add salt to water or add after cooking Do not place salt directly on vegetables Cover dish with glass lid or plastic wrap Cook on HIGH according to time recommended in charts Halfway through cooking stir turn vegetables over or rearrange if required Vegetables that are to be cooked whole and unpeeled need to be pierced to allow steam to escape Place vegetables on a paper towel lined dinner plate Allow to stand covered according to the time indicated in the charts appropriate sized container Vegetables frozen in pouch should be placed in a dish and the top pierced Cook on HIGH according to directions given in chart Vegetables should be cooked covered with a lid or plastic wrap Dried Beans or Peas Place hot tap water in a 4 litre dish Bring hot water to the boil on HIGH for 10 to 12 minutes To Cook by Time Add beans and 2 tablespoons oil to water Cook according to directions in chart Stir Note Beans such as red kidney beans and lima beans should be soaked overnight before cooking 250 g of dried beans equals about 3 cups cooked Use in place of canned beans Allow to stand Frozen Vegetables covered for 15 to 20 minutes after cooking Remove vegetables from package and place in an Frozen Vegetables Chart Vegetable Quantity C
53. Ensure that a casserole dish with a lid is used DO NOT USE PLASTIC WRAP as the heater could melt the wrap To Cook by Auto Menu Use of Accessory Low Rack Weight Cook Glo Auto menu 10 18 de This feature allows you to cook most of your favourite foods by setting the weight Ceramic Tray Micro Power Turbo Defrost Combination Grill Convection 2Level Convection DATAA ATAA WATA ATAA ATA ATA PAN MAANA VANE DANI DANA VANI MIN SEC MICROCOMBCONV 71 11 11 C GRILL CIC 1 Press s Temp Menu Select eo O 2 Select Menu Auto Menu 10 18 Category and SET WEIGHT Time Welght appear in the display window 3 Set Weight Weight can be entered 0 1 kg 2 A lt o oO e O ha Q Q Oo intervals e Recipe Prompting More Stop Reset Quick Min Oo IE o O 4 Press 7 AEE Cooking time appears in the ey count down During cooking the oven will beep and scroll TURN OVER or TURN OVER AND ADD VEGETABLES to signal that the food needs to be turned or added vegetables NOTE 1 These settings are cooked by Combination Convection and Microwave 2 When the weight has been entered the cooking times will be determined 3 When using settings 12 14 16 and 18 enter the weight of the meat only If potatoes are not sufficiently crispened at the completion of cooking remove roast from oven and leave potatoe
54. GH for a further 8 to 10 minutes Mix flour with 2 tablespoons of stock and add to dish with corn thyme and bacon Cook on HIGH for 4 to 6 minutes Stir halfway through cooking Season with salt and pepper Crab and Corn Soup Serves 4 to 6 Ingredients 1 tablespoon oil 1 onion finely chopped 425 ml boiling chicken stock creamed corn salt and pepper crabmeat drained milk cream chopped parsley for garnish 1 can 300 g 1 can 170 g 150 ml 3 tablespoons Method Place oil and onion in a 3 litre casserole dish Cover and cook on HIGH for 2 to 4 minutes Add chicken stock corn salt and pepper Cook on HIGH for 5 minutes Add crabmeat and milk and mix well Cook on HIGH for 3 minutes Stir in cream and sprinkle with parsley Serve Spicy Tomato Soup Serves 4 Ingredients 1 onion sliced 2 small red chillies chopped 2 cloves garlic crushed 2 x 400 g cans tomato pieces 1 tablespoon tomato paste 11 2 cups chicken stock 1 teaspoon dried oregano salt and pepper 39 and Starters Potato and Corn Soup Method Place onion garlic and chilli in a 3 litre dish and cook on HIGH for 1 to 2 minutes Add tomatoes and tomato paste and cook on HIGH for 8 to 10 minutes Pour in the stock and oregano Cover and cook on HIGH for 15 minutes Pur e in a food processor or blender if desired Season to taste with salt and pepper Serve in individual soup bowls Mini Quiches Makes 36 Q I
55. H 10 mins Stop Reset Quick Min Start to bring to the boil then e z MED LOW 30 mins to finish by simmering DIMENSION 4 is Micro Power You can select different power levels for cooking foods at different speeds refer to the chart below Power Level Power No of Taps Example of Use HIGH 1000 W 1 Boil water cook fresh fruit vegetables rice and pasta Preheat browning dish Reheat soups stews and casseroles DEFROST 270 W Thaw foods MED HIGH 600 W Cook poultry meat cakes and desserts Heat milk MEDIUM 440 W 4 Cook pot roasts casseroles and meatloaves melt chocolate Cook eggs and cheese Cook fish MED LOW 250 W 5 Simmer soups stews and casseroles less tender cuts Soften butter and cream cheese LOW 100 W 6 Keep cooked foods warm simmer slowly Refer to page 17 14 To Reheat Defrost Cook by Micro Power and Time Reheat by setting Power and Time Frozen Convenience Foods Item Frozen Approx Time i pre cooked Power in minutes Instruction BREAD amp BAKED PRODUCTS Bread 1 slice MED HIGH 15 20 sec Do not let bread get hot or it will become rubbery 1 loaf 700 g MED HIGH 2 3 and dry out Remove whole loaf from original 6 rolls MEDIUM 2 3 wrapper Place on paper towel to absorb moisture Cheesecake 450 g DEFROST 2 3 Remove from container Defrost on plate Muffins 4 350 g MED HIGH 2 3 Place onto paper towel lined plate Scones 6 400 g MEDIUM 2 3 Defrost
56. Method Cut tops off tomatoes Scoop out pulp of tomato with a teaspoon Mix with remaining ingredients except extra cheese Place tomatoes in a 1 litre dish Cook on HIGH for 1 minute Spoon mixture back into tomato shells Sprinkle tomatoes with extra cheese Place tomatoes into a 2 litre casserole dish and cook on HIGH for 2 to 3 minutes Serve Tip To cook 4 stuffed tomatoes cook on HIGH for 6 to 8 minutes 73 Tomato Vegetable Casserole Serves 2 to 4 Ingredients 200 y sliced mushrooms 1 egg plant chopped 200 g zucchini sliced 1 Capsicum sliced 1 onion sliced 410g can tomatoes 1 2 cup tomato puree 1 teaspoon mixed herbs 1 teaspoon minced garlic Method In a 4 litre dish place mushrooms eggplant zucchini capsicum and onion Cover Cook on HIGH for 8 minutes Add tomatoes puree mixed herbs and garlic Cover Cook on HIGH for 8 minutes Vegetable Curry R Serves 4 to 6 Ingredients 1 onion sliced 2 tablespoons green curry paste 3 cups sliced vegetables 1 can 440 g chick peas drained 1 cup coconut milk 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 2 cup chopped nuts Method In a 3 litre dish place onion and curry paste Cook on HIGH for 2 minutes Add vegetables chick peas coconut milk lemon juice and soy sauce Cook on HIGH for 7 minutes Sprinkle with nuts Oriental Vegetables Q Serves 4 to 6 gt Ingredients 3 1 tablespoon oil Q 1 cup diagonally sliced
57. ND COMPLIES WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF REGULATION 3 SUBCLAUSE 2 OF THE MICROWAVE OVENS REGULATIONS 1982 MATSUSHITA ELECTRIC INDUSTRIAL CO LTD This statement applicable only to New Zealand WARNING a The door seals and door seal areas should be cleaned with a damp cloth The appliance should be inspected for damage to the door seals and door seal areas and if these areas are damaged the appliance should not be operated until it has been repaired by a service technician trained by the manufacturer b It is dangerous for anyone other than a qualified service technician trained by the manufacturer to perform repair service c If the supply cord of this appliance is damaged it must be replaced by the special cord available only from the manufacturer d Before use the user should check that utensils are suitable for use in microwave ovens e Liquids or other foods must not be heated in sealed containers since they are liable to explode f Only allow children to use the oven without supervision when adequate instructions have been given so that the child is able to use the oven in a safe way and understands the hazards of improper use g Accessible parts may become hot when the CONVECTION COMBINATION GRILL is in use Children should be kept away Important Instructions WARNING To reduce the risk of burns electric shock fire injury to persons or excessive microwave energy 1 2 Rea
58. PPROXIMATE Factors that may affect cooking time are preferred degree of moisture content starting temperature altitude volume size shape of food and utensils used As you become familiar with the oven you will be able to adjust for these factors 8 It is better to UNDERCOOK RATHER THAN OVERCOOK foods If food is undercooked it can always be returned to the oven for further cooking If food is overcooked nothing can be done Always start with minimum cooking times recommended 9 Extreme care should be taken when cooking popcorn Cook for minimum time as recommended by manufacturer Use the directions suitable for the wattage of your oven NEVER leave oven unattended when popping popcorn 11 Take care when heating food in foil trays Trays should be no deeper than 2 cm and should not touch the sides of the oven walls If you are unsure of the heating time do not leave the oven unattended Microwaves and How They Work Microwaves are a form of high frequency radio waves similar to those used by a radio including AM FM and CB Electricity is converted into microwave energy by the magnetron tube which is the heart of the microwave oven From the magnetron tube microwave energy is transmitted to the oven cavity The microwaves are converted to heat in the food The microwaves enter from the outside of the food and travel through the food Continued cooking to the centre occurs by conduction Although pacemakers use
59. Son wtih da aed 77 Cakes Muffins and Biscuits c2 lt cc cs ace bGact A ate oe ia a da 82 Slices Desserts and Pastries o 86 Micro Made EXxtras ai 40 0088 ieee eae dba dada wea bee en a ba ea OWS PR ENG a kare He bees 93 uoije1adoQ 210199 Oo Lo D E o go T ea 0 22UBUIJUIEIN aping Bumnooy S e ol Ea Q Oo i e y a Safety Instructions Precautions to be taken when using Microwave Ovens for Heating foodstuffs INSPECTION FOR DAMAGE A microwave oven should only be used if an inspection confirms all of the following conditions 1 The grille is not damaged or broken 2 The door fits squarely and securely and opens and closes smoothly 3 The door hinges are in good condition 4 The metal plates of a metal seal on the door are neither buckled nor deformed 5 The door seals are neither covered with food nor have large burn marks PRECAUTIONS Microwave radiation from microwave ovens can cause harmful effects if the following precautions are not taken 1 Never tamper with or deactivate the interlocking devices on the door 2 Never poke an object particularly a metal object through a grill or between the door and the oven while the oven is operating 3 Never place saucepans unopened cans or other heavy metal objects in the oven 4 Do not let other metallic articles e g fast food foil containers touch the side of the o
60. ace all ingredients into a 1 litre pyrex jug and mix well Cook on HIGH for 8 to 10 minutes or until the sauce is a thick pouring consistency Pour over beef and serve 67 Beef Roll with Spinach and Spring Onion Stuffing Beef Bourguignonne A Serves 4 Ingredients 750 g topside beef 1 2 cup red wine 1 clove garlic crushed 1 bay leaf 125g streaky bacon rind removed and bacon chopped 12 button onions peeled 1 tablespoon flour 3 4 cup beef stock salt freshly ground black pepper 2to3 brandy optional tablespoons 1259 button mushrooms cleaned and trimmed Method Trim the meat and cut into 2 5 cm cubes Place in a large casserole dish with the wine garlic and bay leaf Cover and leave several hours or overnight in a refrigerator Place bacon in a shallow dish cover with paper towel and cook on HIGH for 2 to 3 minutes Mix in the flour then gradually add the stock Combine all remaining ingredients except brandy and mushrooms e fe e x gt Q 4 Q 4 To Cook by Combination Prepare as above cook on Combination 1 for 50 minutes Add the brandy and mushrooms and return casserole to oven uncovered for a further 10 minutes To Cook by Auto Menu Prepare as above and cover Select then press Start Casserole 5 O D X O 8 Main Fare Meats Herbed Beef and Mozzarella Roll up Herbed Beef and Mozzarella Roll up
61. ack Select Cake Slice s then press Start Honey Almond Brownies Makes 6 Ingredients O 125g butter e 200 g white chocolate 2 3 4 cup sugar 1 4 cup honey O 2 teaspoons vanilla essence O 2 eggs Z 1 cup plain flour 2 3 4 cup blanched almonds O Method Melt butter and chocolate on MED HIGH for 1 to 2 minutes Add sugar honey vanilla essence and eggs and mix well Add flour and almonds Pour into a greased and lined 20 cm square deep pan To Cook by Convection Place on Low Rack and cook on 180 C for 35 to 40 minutes No pre heating is necessary Cool completely before removing from a pan Q 5 O D x O S Slices Desserts and Pastries Speedy Chocolate Bit Slice ABR Makes 1 x 20 cm slice pan Ingredients 90g butter melted 1259 sweet biscuit crumbs 250 g packet chocolate bits 1 cup shredded coconut 1 cup chopped nuts 1 can 400 g sweetened condensed milk Method Preheat oven to 180 C Grease and paper line a 20 cm square pan Pour butter into prepared pan Sprinkle evenly with biscuits followed by chocolate bits shredded coconut and nuts Pour over condensed milk Place on Low Rack and cook for 30 to 35 minutes To Cook by Combination Prepare as above Place on Ceramic Tray Cook on Combination 4 for 25 to 30 minutes Allow to cool before removing from pan and cutting inro squares To Cook by Auto Menu Prepare as above Place on Low Rack S
62. approximately 3 4 cup Method To Cook by Convection Preheat oven to 220 C Place flour baking powder and salt in a large bowl and rub in butter Add enough milk to form a soft dough Knead lightly on a floured work surface Pat out to 2 cm thickness then with a floured knife cut into approx 8 scones Place scones on a lightly greased tray Place on Low Rack and and cook on 220 C for 12 to 14 minutes Cool on wire rack Apple Pie A Serves 6 to 8 Ingredients Pastry 185g butter 1 2 cup caster sugar 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 egg 11 2 cups plain flour 1 cup self raising flour Filling 2 cans pie apples 440 g x 2 1 4 cup caster sugar 1 teaspoon arrowroot 1 teaspoon cinnamon Method Using electric beaters or a food processor process all pastry ingredients except flour until smooth and creamy Add flours and process until combined Press 2 3 of prepared pastry into the base of a 23 cm pie plate Add combined filling ingredients to pie base Roll remaining pastry between two sheets of greaseproof paper to fit pie Place on pie and press edges together Place on Low Rack To Cook by Convection Cook on 180 C for 40 to 50 minutes Preheating is not required To Cook by Auto Menu Select _Cake Slice_ then press Start Micro Made Extras Coffee Liqueur Makes 3 cups Ingredients 11 2 cups hot tap water 2 cups sugar 1 3 cup instant coffee 2 cups vodka 3 teasp
63. aspoons instant coffee Method Pour water into a heatproof cup Add coffee Stir Cook on HIGH for 1 to 2 minutes Add milk and sugar if desired Stir Hot Cocoa Makes 1 cup Ingredients 2 teaspoons cocoa powder 1 teaspoon sugar 2 tablespoons water 3 4 cup milk Method Combine cocoa sugar and water in a heatproof cup Cook on HIGH for 10 to 15 seconds Stir in milk Cook on MED HIGH for 1 to 2 minutes Grilled Cheese on Toast Serves 2 to 4 Ingredients 4 slices bread butter for spreading 4 slices tasty cheese Method Preheat oven on Grill 1 Place on High Rack and cook one side of bread on Grill 1 for 3 minutes Spread untoasted side with butter and top with cheese slices Cook on Grill 1 for 3 to 5 minutes Everyday Basics Makes 4 cups Ingredients 1 3 cup honey 2 tablespoons butter 2 cups rolled oats 1 2 cup unprocessed bran 1 2 cup shredded coconut 1 3 cup nuts chopped 1 3 cup sunflower seeds 1 2 cup dried mixed fruit Method Warm honey and butter in a large dish on HIGH for 1 to 1 2 minutes Add dry ingredients and mix well Cook on HIGH for 5 to 6 minutes stir halfway through cooking Stir in dried fruit and allow to cool completely before storing in an airtight container Boiled Rice Serves 4 Ingredients 1 cup long grain rice 2 cups hot tap water 1 2 teaspoon salt Method Place all ingredients in a 3 litre dish Cook uncovered on HIGH for 10 to 12 minutes Stand c
64. b Chops with Spicy Sauce G Serves 16 Ingredients Marinade 1 4 cup 3 tablespoons medium or dry sherry tomato paste 2 tablespoons lemon juice 2 cloves garlic crushed 1 teaspoon chilli powder 1 teaspoon coriander powder 1 teaspoon ground ginger 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley freshly ground black pepper to taste 8 lamb loin chops approx 800 g Method Combine all marinade ingredients to form a thick mixture Place chops in a single layer in a shallow dish and pour marinade mixture over Allow to marinate for 6 to 8 hours Remove chops from marinade reserving this mixture and place chops on a rack in a shallow dish Cook on MED HIGH for 8 to 10 minutes turning over halfway through cooking Place marinade mixture into a jug and heat on HIGH for 1 to 2 minutes Arrange chops on serving plate then pour the sauce over Serve garnished with parsley or watercress To Cook by Grill Prepare as above Preheat oven on Grill 1 Place chops on Low Rack and cook on Grill 1 for 12 to 14 minutes turning over halfway through cooking Chilli Beef R Serves 4 to 6 Ingredients 500 y beef mince 1 diced onion 1 teaspoon minced garlic 1x359 packet chilli seasoning mix 400 y can tomato puree 440 y can kidney beans drained Method Place mince onion garlic chilli seasoning and tomato puree in a 3 litre dish Mix well Cook on HIGH for 10 minutes Stir halfway through cooking Add kidney beans an
65. ce butter onion and garlic Cook on HIGH for 3 minutes Stir in plain flour and mustard Cook on HIGH for 1 minute Whisk in milk Set on HIGH for 1 minute Stir Cook on HIGH for 1 minute Mix in chicken mushrooms cheese and parsley Cook on HIGH for 2 minutes Stir Cook on HIGH for 2 minutes Method Place water in a 3 litre casserole dish Add egg noodles Cook on HIGH for 6 to 8 minutes Mix together garlic basil nuts and cheese Gradually pour in olive oil stirring constantly Season and stir through drained noodles Tip Olive oil may be added to the sauce by placing all ingredients into a food processor and pouring through the opening in a constant fine stream e fe o x gt Q 3 Q p Q 5 O D x O O Cakes Muffins and Biscuits Caramel Banana Cake A Makes 1 x 20 cm ring cake Ingredients 125g butter 3 4 cup brown sugar 2 eggs lightly beaten 1 cup mashed banana 11 2 cups self raising flour 1 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda 3 4 cup sour cream 1 tablespoon milk 1 2 cup pecans roughly chopped Caramel Icing 40g butter 1 2 cup brown sugar 2 tablespoons sour cream 1 4 cup pecans roughly chopped 11 2 cups icing sugar Method To Cook by Convection Preheat oven to 170 C Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy Beat in eggs until combined Stir in banana Fold in sifted dry ingredients alternately with sour cream and milk Stir in pecans Pour int
66. condensed milk into a 1 litre casserole dish and cook on MEDIUM for 6 to 7 minutes stirring twice during cooking Stir in butter vanilla essence and milk stir until butter has melted Cool slightly To Cook by Convection Preheat oven to 200 C Add milk mixture to sifted flour mix well Pour mixture into a greased deep 20 cm cake pan Sprinkle top with brown sugar and gently pour boiling water over mixture Place on Low Rack and and cook on 200 C for 30 to 40 minutes Serve To Cook by Auto Menu Prepare as above Place on Low Rack Select Cake Slice then press Start Strawberry Mousse Serves 4 to 6 Ingredients 1 4 cup water 2 teaspoons powdered gelatin 100g white chocolate 1 punnet strawberries 2 egg yolks 180 ml cream whipped Method Place water in a small bowl sprinkle with gelatin Heat on MED HIGH for 1 minute to dissolve do not boil Break chocolate into small pieces and place into a small bowl melt on MED HIGH for 1 to 11 2 minutes Allow to cool slightly Process strawberries or sieve to a puree Combine egg yolks with cream add cooled chocolate and gelatin and fold lightly Gently fold strawberries into mixture Pour into individual ramekins or one large mould and refrigerate for 2 to 3 hours or until set Slices Desserts and Pastries Baked Alaska Surprise Serves 4 to 6 Ingredients 10 to 12 sponge finger biscuits or 1 round trifle sponge 1 punnet strawberries
67. cook on Grill 1 for 5 to 10 minutes 43 and Starters Spinach and Filo Pie Luncheon Egg Ring Serves 4 to 6 Ingredients 4 large spinach leaves stalks removed 2 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons flour 1 cup milk 1 2 cup grated Swiss cheese 150 ml cream 8 eggs salt and pepper 1 tomato chopped finely 2 tablespoons chopped basil Method Place spinach leaves onto a plate Cover and cook on HIGH for 2 to 3 minutes Use the spinach to completely line a 20 cm diameter ring dish Place butter and flour into a small bowl and cook on HIGH for 40 to 60 seconds Gradually add milk stirring well Cook on HIGH for 2 to 3 minutes stirring regularly Stir cheese and cream into sauce In large bowl beat eggs salt and pepper Add tomato basil and sauce and mix until well combined Pour mixture into spinach lined ring Cook on MEDIUM for 14 to 16 minutes Allow to stand for 5 to 10 minutes before turning out Serve warm with a salad as a luncheon dish e fe e x gt Q 4 Q 4 2 5 D X O S Fish and Shellfish Directions for Grilling Fish and Shellfish Cook in oven with High Rack in place on Grill 1 for fillets and steaks Grill 2 for whole fish and shellfish For lobster tails remove soft shell centre underneath portion of lobster tails by cutting centre out with kitchen shears Loosen lobster from shell with fingers leaving meat attached to tail section Br
68. cooking time 5 O D x O O Everyday Basics Fried Eggs A good recipe for the browning dish Serves 1 to 4 Ingredients 1 to 4 eggs 60 g 1 to2 butter tablespoons Method Preheat a browning dish on HIGH for 4 to 5 minutes Add butter Break eggs into browning dish Cook on HIGH for 1 egg 15 to 20 seconds 2 eggs 20 to 30 seconds 4 eggs 30 to 40 seconds Allow to stand for 1 minute before serving Bacon Serves 1 to 2 Ingredients ine rashers of bacon Method Place rashers between two sheets of paper towel on a dinner plate Cook on HIGH for 2 to 3 minutes Serves 1 Ingredients 1 4 cup quick cooking oats 2 3 cup water 1 4 teaspoon salt Method Combine all ingredients in a breakfast bowl Cook on HIGH for 1 to 2 minutes stirring halfway through cooking Let stand 1 to 2 minutes before serving Top as desired with sugar or spices Hot Lemon and Honey Drink Makes 1 Ingredients 1 2 lemon juiced 1 tablespoon honey 3 4 cup water Method Mix all ingredients in a 2 cup heatproof jug Cook on HIGH for 2 to 3 minutes Stir well 34 Tea Serves 1 Ingredients 3 4 cup hot tap water tea bag Method Pour water into a heatproof cup Cook on HIGH for 1 to 2 minutes Stir then submerge tea bag in water Stand until desired strength is reached Remove tea bag Add milk and sugar if desired Stir Coffee Serves 1 Ingredients 3 4 cup water 1 to 2 te
69. cover with plastic wrap and cook on HIGH for 2 to 3 minutes To skin tomatoes place 1 cup of hot tap water ina 2 to 3 cup jug or bowl and heat on HIGH for 11 2 minutes or until boiling Add 1 tomato and heat for a further 20 to 30 seconds remove and repeat procedure with remaining tomatoes The skin will be loosened and easily removed To dry fresh breadcrumbs 1 cup spread on the base of a plate and heat on HIGH for 2 to 3 minutes stirring twice during heating Everyday Basics Boiled Egg Eggs cooked in their shells in a microwave oven can and often do explode due to the build up of internal pressure However by following the instructions given here you can boil an egg successfully Just take care to use foil as instructed below Ingredients 1x 60g egg 1 2 cup hot water aluminium foil Method Wrap egg totally in aluminium foil There should be no egg showing Place egg in a 1 cup glass jug with 1 2 cup hot water Cook on HIGH for soft boiled 4 to 5 minutes for hard boiled 5 to 6 minutes Allow to stand in the cooking water 2 minutes for soft boiled and 5 minutes for hard boiled before serving Tip While microwaving boiled eggs does not save you time it does save you electricity and best of all washing up All you have to do if you want more than one egg is use a larger dish more water say Two cups and cook a little longer an extra 2 to 4 minutes Scrambled Eggs Serves 2 I
70. cup blanched almonds 1 4 cup sunflower seeds Dressing 2 tablespoons oil 2 tablespoons unsweetened apple juice 2 tablespoons cider vinegar 2 tablespoons bran 1 teaspoon curry powder 1 clove garlic crushed black pepper Method Follow method for boiled brown rice recipe to cook rice Drain rice and allow to cool Combine with prepared ingredients Prior to serving pour dressing over Salad dressing Shake all ingredients in a screw top jar until well mixed Spaghetti Meat Sauce Gj Serves 4 to 6 Ingredients 500 y minced beef 1 onion chopped 1 teaspoon minced garlic 1 can 425 g tomatoes 1 cup tomato paste 2 beef stock cubes dried mixed herbs Worcestershire sauce pepper 1 tablespoon 1 tablespoon Method In a 3 litre dish mix all ingredients Cook on HIGH for 9 minutes Stir Cook on MED HIGH for 9 minutes Stir Cook on MED HIGH for another 9 minutes Rice Pasta and Cereal Pasta Salad A Serves 4 Ingredients 225g pasta shapes i e shells twists 1 teaspoon salt 6 cups boiling water 1 tablespoon oil 459 butter 120g mushrooms sliced 4 spring onions finely chopped 1 small red capsicum pepper deseeded and cut in julienne strips 1 small green capsicum deseeded and cut in julienne strips 1 4 cup salad oil 3 tablespoons malt vinegar 1 tablespoon 1 teaspoon 2 teaspoons tomato paste poppy seeds mixed dried herbs ground pepper to taste Method To Cook b
71. cups of water for at least 1 hour Drain Place peas and 3 cups of fresh water in a 4 litre casserole dish with bones and bay leaf Cook covered on HIGH for 10 minutes Reduce power to MEDIUM and cook for a further 20 to 25 minutes Remove meat from bones and set aside Discard bay leaf Place bacon between 2 sheets of paper towel on a dinner plate and cook on HIGH for 1 to 2 minutes Crumble bacon with your fingers Place meat from bones carrot and onion in a small dish and cook on HIGH for 2 minutes Add vegetables bacon thyme and stock to split peas Cook on HIGH for 10 minutes Reduce power to MEDIUM and cook for a further 15 minutes Serve hot in individual bowls e MO ETT G Serves 8 Ingredients 30g butter 750 y onions peeled and thinly sliced 2 tablespoons flour 4 cups beef stock 1 2 cup white wine freshly ground black pepper 1 small French stick cut into 12 slices 125g grated Swiss cheese Method Place butter in a 3 litre casserole dish Cook on HIGH for 1 minute Add onions and cook on HIGH for 6 to 8 minutes Add flour stir well and cook on HIGH for 1 minute Gradually stir in stock wine and black pepper Cook on HIGH for a further 10 to 12 minutes Preheat oven on Grill 1 Place slices of bread on High Rack and cook on Grill 1 for 1 to 2 minutes Sprinkle with cheese Cook on Grill 1 for 2 to 3 minutes or until cheese is melted and is slightly golden Place bread on top of soup 37 Tomato Bacon Soup R
72. d all instructions before using microwave oven Some products such as whole eggs and sealed containers for example closed glass jars and sealed baby bottles with a teat may explode and should not be heated in a microwave oven Use this microwave oven only for its intended use as described in this manual 4 As with any appliance close supervision is necessary when used by children 5 Do not operate this microwave oven if it is not working properly or if it has been damaged or dropped Do not store or use this appliance outdoors Do not immerse cord or plug in water Keep cord away from heated surfaces Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter 10 To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity a Do not overcook food Carefully attend microwave oven if paper plastic or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven to facilitate cooking b Remove wire twist ties from bags before placing bag in oven oOo ON OD c If materials inside the oven should ignite keep oven door closed turn oven off at the wall switch or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel 11 Do not remove outer panel from oven Earthing Instructions This microwave oven must be earthed In the event of an electrical short circuit earthing reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current This microwave oven is equipped with a cord having an earthing wi
73. d be done as suggested to ensure a satisfactory result Rearrange small items such as chicken pieces prawns hamburger patties steak or chops Rearrange pieces from the centre to the edge of the dish Cooking in Layers Cooking in layers is not always successful as it takes twice as long to cook as a single layer and cooking may be uneven You can successfully reheat two dinner plates of food at one time but remember to increase the reheating time and use a microwave warming rack Piercing of Foods Pierce the skin or membrane of foods when cooked whole in the microwave oven This allows steam to escape If the skin has not been pierced food may burst Cured Meats Cured meats may overcook in some areas due to the high concentration of salts used in the curing process So take care when cooking different brands of bacon as cooking times may vary slightly Microwave Recipe Preparation and Techniques Covering Covering food minimises the microwave cooking time Because microwave cooking is done with time and not direct heat the rate of evaporation cannot be easily controlled However this can be corrected by using different materials to cover dishes Plastic wrap is the best substitute for a lid as it creates a tighter seal and so retains more heat and steam Wax paper and paper towels hold the heat in but not the steam These materials also prevent splattering Use a paper towel wax paper or no cover when steam is not needed
74. d cook on HIGH for a further 10 minutes Stir halfway through cooking Serve in taco shells with chopped tomatoes and shredded lettuce or with a salad and crusty bread Main Fare Meats Roast Beef A Serves 6 Ingredients 2kg roast beef seasoned flour Method Place beef on Low Rack with a dish underneath to catch drips Sprinkle beef with seasoned flour To Cook by Combination Cook on Combination 5 for 40 to 45 minutes for a medium result Stand covered for 10 minutes before serving To Cook by Auto Menu Select Beef Rare or Beef Medium enter the weight then press _Start Stand covered for 10 minutes before serving Yorkshire Pudding Serves 6 to 8 Ingredients 1 cup plain flour pinch of salt 1 egg 11 2 cups milk oil for greasing muffin tins Method Sift flour and salt into a bowl Break egg into flour and gradually add milk stirring constantly until smooth Set aside covered for 1 hour To Cook by Convection Preheat oven to 220 C Brush twelve 7 x 3 cm muffin tins with oil and place into oven for 2 to 3 minutes to heat oil Remove tins and pour in batter until tins are half full Place on Low Rack and cook on 220 C for 15 to 20 minutes or until golden Serve with roast beef Curried Beef Loaf Serves 4 Ingredients 400 g minced beef salt freshly ground black pepper curry powder mango chutney 2 tablespoons 2 tablespoons 1 onion peeled and fin
75. d seconds 19 aR OW To Cook on Combination Convection 82 Microwave Use of Accessory Ceramic Tray Low Rack can be used for Combination cooking 1 Select N EN lt COMB 1 6 and the program I temperature appears in the o display c p i cd a Oo NOTE Setting Micro Power Turbo Defrost Combination Convection 2Level Convection Auto Menu Temp MenuSelect Sensor Reheat Time Weight Timer Recipe Prompting More Stop Reset Quick Min o Uh DIMENSION 4 Genius NN C2000W There are 6 combination settings To select the correct program for particular foods refer to next page 2 Set Cooking Time up to 9 hours and 59 minutes 3 Press e Cooking will start 1 When selected cooking time is less than one hour the time counts down by minutes and seconds 2 When selected cooking time is more than one hour the time counts down by hours and minutes until only 1H 00 1 hour remains The display then indicates counts down by minutes and seconds 20 To Cook on Combination Convection 82 Microwave Combination cooking is ideal for roasting meats poultry and cooking cakes pastries and slices Combination cooking automatically alternates between Convection and Microwave heating The advantage of Combination cooking is that it gives you the browning of Convection and often shortens the conventional cooking time Time
76. d to be affected by microwaves as well as by other radio waves they are now shielded and are not bothered by these interferences This allows people with pacemakers to sit calmly by their radio or television and cook with microwave ovens When the microwaves come in contact with a substance any one or a combination of three things may occur They can be 1 REFLECTED 2 TRANSMITTED 3 ABSORBED Reflection Metal substances REFLECT microwave energy because there is no absorption and there is no heating This is why the oven interior is either stainless steel or paint coated steel This ensures that the microwaves are kept inside the cavity and evenly distributed throughout the food with the help of the turntable u 1 o e 4 O Lo D i e gt Transmission Such substances as paper glass and plastic TRANSMIT microwave energy and do not become hot except from food Because these substances do not reflect or absorb microwave energy they are ideal materials for microwave cooking containers Absorption Food contains moisture and will ABSORB microwave energy which causes the moisture molecules within the food to vibrate at an incredible rate 2 450 000 000 times per secona Friction created by vibration produces heat energy which is conducted throughout the food Cookware and It is important to use correct containers when cooking in a microwave oven The following will help you to make
77. dd Brussels sprouts and cook on HIGH 1 to 2 minutes Serve Start Drain Herbed Vegetables Serves 6 to 8 Ingredients 200 g sliced snow peas 200 g sliced carrots 200 y sliced zucchini 2 tablespoons chopped parsley Method In a 2 litre dish combine all vegetables Cover and Cook on HIGH for 3 minutes Stir and Cook on HIGH for a further 3 minutes Vegetable Varieties Serves 4 Ingredients 400 y potatoes approx 4 thinly sliced 1 onion peeled and sliced 1 2 red capsicum pepper finely sliced 1 2 green capsicum finely sliced 1 medium sized tomato chopped 2 tablespoons chopped basil 4 eggs 1 3 cup sour cream salt and pepper 1 tablespoon butter 1 2 cup grated tasty cheese Method Place potatoes and onion into a 2 litre flat dish and cook on HIGH for 5 to 7 minutes Prepare remaining vegetables Preheat a browning dish on HIGH for 5 minutes Beat together eggs and sour cream season with salt and pepper Add butter and all vegetables to browning dish Stir quickly Pour over egg mixture and cook on HIGH for 4 to 5 minutes Sprinkle with cheese and cook on MED HIGH for a further 8 to 10 minutes Allow to stand covered for 5 minutes before serving Stuffed Tomatoes Serves 2 Ingredients 2 tomatoes large 1 4 cup fresh breadcrumbs 1 4 cup grated cheese 4 spring onions finely sliced 1 tablespoon finely chopped parsley salt and pepper 1 4 cup extra grated cheese
78. de To Cook by Auto Menu Select Vegetables then press set aside To Complete Place butter in a 4 cup jug and cook on HIGH for 30 seconds Add flour and mix well Cook on HIGH for 20 to 30 seconds Add milk gradually and stir well Cook on HIGH for 2 to 3 minutes stirring halfway through cooking Add cheese mustard salt and pepper Mix well Pour sauce over broccoli and cook on MEDIUM for a further 1 minute Start Drain and 72 Fanned Potatoes Serves 4 Ingredients 50g butter 800 g potatoes peeled salt paprika Method Melt butter in a 2 cup jug on HIGH for 1 to 2 minutes To Cook by Convection Preheat oven to 200 C Cut potatoes widthwise in thin slices without cutting right through to the base Place potatoes on Low Rack with cut side uppermost Pour over melted butter Sprinkle with salt and paprika Cook on 200 C for 40 to 45 minutes basting occasionally Savoury Brussels Sprouts EY Serves 4 Ingredients 500 y Brussels sprouts 2 tablespoons butter 150 y bacon rind removed and bacon finely chopped 1 onion finely chopped 1 teaspoon dill or basil 1 teaspoon sugar Method Wash and drain Brussels sprouts Place in a covered 2 litre casserole dish To Cook by Microwave Cook on HIGH for 4 to 5 minutes Drain To Cook by Auto Menu Select Vegetables then press To Complete Place remaining ingredients in a 2 litre casserole dish Cook on HIGH for 3 to 5 minutes A
79. dients 1 kg pumpkin 1 diced onion 2 cups chicken stock 1 teaspoon curry powder Method Peel pumpkin and remove seeds Dice pumpkin into 3 cm pieces Place pumpkin and onion in a 3 litre casserole dish Cook on HIGH for 15 minutes Add stock and curry Cover and cook on HIGH for 15 minutes Cool slightly Pur e pumpkin and liquid in a blender or food processor Crispy Focaccia Fingers G Serves 4 to 6 Ingredients 1 focaccia bread approximately 20 cm square 50g butter softened 1 tablespoon mixed dried herbs Method Preheat oven to Grill 1 Cut the focaccia through the centre Spread with combined butter and herbs Cut into 2 cm wedge shaped pieces Place on High Rack and cook on Grill 1 for 3 to 4 minutes or until crisp and brown 38 Potato and Leek Soup Serves 4 to 6 Ingredients 4 large potatoes peeled thinly sliced 11 2 cups thinly sliced leeks 2 teaspoons dried thyme 2 cups hot chicken stock 1 tablespoon flour salt and pepper 11 2 cups cream Method Place potatoes leeks thyme and chicken stock in a 3 litre casserole dish Cover and cook on HIGH for 10 to 12 minutes Cool slightly Puree potato mixture in a food processor or blender adding flour salt pepper and cream Return to dish Cook on MED HIGH for 4 to 6 minutes Serve hot in individual bowls Pita Chips Serves 4 to 6 Ingredients 2 Lebanese bread or 3 pita bread rounds 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 2 teaspoon dried or
80. e Season with salt and pepper Sprinkle bacon over each oyster Place on High Rack and cook on Grill 2 for 4 to 5 minutes Tip Serve with triangles of buttered brown bread Smoked Fish A Serves 2 to 4 Ingredients 2 medium sized smoked fish fillets approx 500 g butter melted water freshly ground black pepper 1 tablespoon 3 tablespoons Method Place all ingredients in a 3 litre casserole dish Cover and cook on MEDIUM for 5 to 6 minutes or until cooked and fish flakes when tested with a fork To Cook by Auto Menu Prepare as above Cover with a lid or plastic wrap Select Fish then press Start Gingered Whole Fish Gj Serves 2 Ingredients 400 g whole bream 2 tablespoons lemon juice 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1 teaspoon minced ginger 3 spring onions sliced Method In a 1 litre jug mix lemon juice soy sauce ginger and spring onions Pour over fish in a 2 litre dish Set on MEDIUM for 3 to 5 minutes Turn and cover Set on MEDIUM for 3 to 5 minutes 48 Garlic Prawns R Serves 2 Ingredients 60g butter 1 teaspoon minced garlic 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 tablespoon 500 y parsley chopped green prawns shelled and deveined Method Place butter and garlic in a 20 cm round dish and cook on HIGH for 1 minute Add lemon juice parsley and prawns Cover and cook on MEDIUM for 3 minutes 30 seconds stir Cook on MEDIUM for 3 minutes 30 seconds Serv
81. e in individual ramekins Whole Stuffed Fish y Serves 2 Ingredients 500 y whole fish cleaned and scaled Bream or Snapper 2 tablespoons melted butter Stuffing 1 cup fresh breadcrumbs 4 spring onions sliced 1 teaspoon dried basil juice of 1 2 lemon chopped parsley freshly ground black pepper 2 tablespoons Method Brush fish cavity with melted butter Combine remaining butter with remaining ingredients to make stuffing Stuff fish cavity with mixture and secure opening with wooden skewers or string Place fish on a rack in a 3 litre casserole dish and cook on MEDIUM for 6 to 8 minutes Stand covered for 5 minutes before serving To Cook by Auto Menu Prepare as above Place fish on a rack in a flat casserole dish Cover with a lid or plastic wrap Select Fish then press Start Stand covered for 5 minutes before serving Poultry Directions for Cooking Whole Poultry by Microwave Cooking Season as desired but salt after cooking Browning sauce e g soy Worcestershire mixed with equal parts of butter will enhance the appearance Poultry may be stuffed or unstuffed Tie legs together with cotton string Place on microwave rack set in a rectangular dish Place poultry breast side down turn over halfway through cooking Cover with wax paper to prevent splattering If the poultry is not cooked enough return it to the oven and cook a few more minutes
82. e oven To Cook on Convection qn i Temp Menu Select r p F Time Weight s reheatin tart ooking tart a o Place a gt foodin gt gt gt the oven To Cook by Combination Time Weight AT e page 20 21 Combination a B ii Sensor Sensor Reheat Start e page 22 23 C gt O E Temp Menu Select K Cook Uae Auto Menu Select Desired O e pad Food Category gt paca Auto Menu page 22 26 1 9 19 20 Temp Menu Select Time Weight Auto Menu Select Desired Start Food Category MG Auto Menu gt 10 18 To Set Time Weight Stand Time Set Desired Timer Start e page 26 Cooking gt _ gt gt Programme To Use Recipe Prompting Select l Temp Menu Select Turn clockwise Time Weight Recipe Prompting the Desired for the next instruction e page 27 28 mp Recipe gt Turn counterclockwise for the previous instruction To Set Clock You can use the oven without setting the clock Time Weight Display Clock Clock e Press e Enter time of day e Press using the Time Weight Dial NOTES 1 To reset time of day repeat the steps as above 2 The clock will keep time of day as long as the oven is plugged in and electricity is supplied 3 Max time available is 12 59 Clock is 12 hour only e E o Operation Guide on the Screen a e gt To assist you in programming your oven the following operation will appear on the screen go When you become familiar with your oven
83. e oven is not plugged in Remove plug from outlet wait securely 10 seconds and re insert Circuit breaker or fuse is tripped Reset circuit breaker or replace Oven will not turn on gt or blown fuse There is a problem with the Plug another appliance into the outlet outlet to check if the outlet is C working The door is not closed Close the oven door securely completely Start pad was not pressed after Press Start pad programming Another program has already Press Stop Reset pad to cancel Oven will not start cooking up been entered into the oven the previous program and program again The program has not been Program again according to the entered correctly Operating Instructions Stop Reset pad has been Program oven again pressed accidentally The words DEMO MODE Clock pad has been pressed Deactivate mode by pressing appear on the screen P three times Clock pad three times When the oven is turning on Roller Ring and oven bottom are Clean these parts according to there is noise coming from p dirty Care of Your Oven see page Ceramic Tray 97 DEMO MODE is designed for retail store display Cooking and other functions will not operate during demo mode If it seems there is a problem with the oven contact an authorised Service Centre 29 D gt m D gt o le D 5 O D x O S Microwave Recipe Preparation and Techniques Microwaves penetrate
84. easpoons 2 tablespoons 1 2 teaspoon 1 4 teaspoon butter curry powder Worcestershire sauce salt garlic powder 125g packet mixed rice crackers 200 g salted peanuts 125g packet pretzel sticks 1 cup Nutri Grain Method Place butter curry Worcestershire sauce salt and garlic powder in a 3 litre casserole dish Cook on HIGH for 2 to 3 minutes Add remaining ingredients mix well and cook on HIGH for 5 to 6 minutes stirring twice through cooking Serve in a bowl with drinks Soups Snacks and Starters Quiche Lorraine Serves 4 to 6 Ingredients Pastry 11 4 cups self raising flour pinch salt 80 g butter 2 tablespoons water squeeze lemon juice 1 egg yolk Filling 4 rashers bacon rind removed and bacon chopped 1 2 cup grated tasty cheese 3 eggs 350 ml cream or evaporated milk Method Pastry Sift flour with salt Rub butter into flour until it resembles fine breadcrumbs Add water lemon juice and egg yolk Mix well Turn onto a lightly floured board and knead lightly Roll out pastry to fit a 23 cm pie plate Prick thoroughly Chill for 30 minutes Preheat oven to Convection 220 C Bake blind for 15 to 20 minutes on Convection 220 C Allow to cool slightly Filling Place bacon between two sheets of paper towel on a dinner plate Cook on HIGH for 4 minutes Sprinkle bacon and cheese on cooked pie shell Beat eggs cream or evaporated milk and nutmeg and pour over bacon and cheese To
85. ed 125g butter Filling 2 x 250g packets cream cheese softened 1 2 cup brown sugar 1 cup crunchy peanut butter 2 eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla essence 1 2 cup sour cream Topping 150g chocolate 1 4 cup sour cream Method Melt butter in a 1 litre casserole dish on HIGH for 30 to 40 seconds Add crushed biscuits and combine Press biscuit mixture evenly over base and sides of a greased 20 cm spring form tin Refrigerate until firm Place filling ingredients into a mixing bowl beat until mixture is combined Pour mixture into chilled biscuit base Place in oven on Low Rack cook on Combination 3 for 30 to 35 minutes Allow to cool and spread with topping Topping Melt chocolate in a 2 cup jug on MED HIGH for 1 to 2 minutes Stir in sour cream Spread over cheesecake Slices Desserts and Pastries Apricot Cheesecake Serves 8 to 10 Ingredients 250 g plain biscuits 90g butter 1 4 cup apricot jam 250 g ricotta cheese 1 cup chopped dried apricots 2 eggs 1 2 cup caster sugar 300 ml cream 2 tablespoons flour 1 teaspoon vanilla essence Method Crush or process biscuits until fine Melt butter in a bowl on MED HIGH for 30 to 60 seconds Combine with biscuit crumbs and press onto the base of a 25 cm flan dish Warm jam in a small bowl on MED HIGH for 30 seconds Brush jam over biscuit base Refrigerate while making filling To Cook by Convection Preheat oven to 160 C Beat together the remaining ingredient
86. ed on MED HIGH at 2 minutes per serving If you prefer not to use foil cover food with saucepan lids A metal lid will retain the heat for at least 15 minutes Meanwhile how can you cook all the vegetables at the same time Simply place potatoes and pumpkin in one dish and less dense vegetables such as broccoli cabbage cauliflower beans and peas in another Sprinkle greens with water Cover with a lid or plastic wrap Cook on HIGH for approximately 10 to 15 minutes for a serving for four people Remember if you increase the quantity of vegetables increase the cooking time Fresh and frozen vegetables can be mixed on a vegetable platter but remember the latter are not as dense as fresh vegetables as they have been blanched before freezing If vegetables are cut to a similar size to each other they can be cooked in separate ramekins or small dishes at the same time oor WP N 32 Handy Hints and Tips e To blanch 1 cup nuts place in a pie plate Cover with hot tap water and heat on HIGH for 2 to 3 minutes Rinse in cold water and rub between sheets of paper towel to remove skins To toast coconut place half a cup on a paper towel and cook on HIGH for 1 to 2 minutes stirring occasionally To make buttered breadcrumbs combine 1 cup breadcrumbs and 2 tablespoons butter and heat on HIGH for 1 to 2 minutes stirring occasionally When heating 100 9 baby food select HIGH for 15 to 30 seconds depending on the
87. egano 1 2 teaspoon dried basil Method Preheat oven to 170 C Split bread in half horizontally cut into triangles Combine remaining ingredients in a small bowl Brush one side of the bread with this mixture Place bread slices on oven trays on Low Rack Bake for 8 to 10 minutes or until lightly browned Cool chips on oven trays Store in an airtight container Serve with dips or as an alternative to potato chips Serves Approximately 2 cups Ingredients 250 g chick pea 8 cups water 2 tablespoons lemon juice 3 cloves garlic crushed 3 tablespoons olive oil Method Place chick peas and water in 4 litre casserole dish and soak overnight Cover and cook on HIGH for 15 minutes Then for a further 45 minutes on MED HIGH Place all ingredients into food processor and process for 6 to 8 minutes or until smooth If mixture is too thick add extra water Serve as a dip with blanched carrot cauliflower and broccoli Soups Snacks Potato and Corn Soup Serves 6 to 8 Ingredients 6 rashers bacon rind removed 1 onion thinly sliced 500 g potatoes peeled and diced 4 cups chicken stock 1 can 440 g creamed corn 2 tablespoons flour mixed with a little stock thyme salt and pepper 1 2 teaspoon Method Chop bacon and place in a 4 litre dish Cook on HIGH for 4 to 6 minutes Remove bacon from dish and set aside Add onion and potatoes to dish and cook on HIGH for 8 to 10 minutes Add stock and cook on HI
88. egg yolk and milk and knead lightly Wrap and chill for 10 to 15 minutes Filling Place cornflour and sugar into a 1 litre casserole dish Gradually add water stirring Add lemon rind Cook on HIGH for 2 to 3 minutes until boiling Add yolks and lemon juice and mix well Cook on MED HIGH for a further 2 to 3 minutes Set aside To Cook by Convection Preheat oven to 180 C Roll out pastry to fit a 20 cm pie plate Prick base Cook on Low Rack for 10 to 12 minutes Beat egg whites until soft peaks form Gradually beat in extra caster sugar one tablespoonful at a time Preheat oven to 180 C Place lemon filling into cooked pastry case and top with meringue Cook on Low Rack for 10 to 12 minutes until meringue is golden in colour Tip It is necessary to preheat oven again when placing lemon mixture and meringue into pie shell Peach Crumble R Serves 4 to 6 Ingredients 70g butter 1 2 cup flour 1 4 cup sugar 1 cup toasted muesli 1 2 cup shredded coconut cinnamon peaches drained 1 2 teaspoon 1 can 810 g Method Place butter in a 2 litre jug Cook on HIGH for 40 to 60 seconds Mix in flour sugar muesli coconut and cinnamon Place the peaches in a 1 litre dish top with crumble mixture Place on Low Rack and set on Combination 6 for 20 minutes 92 Serves 8 Ingredients 2 cups flour 4 teaspoons baking powder 1 4 teaspoon salt 609 butter or margarine cut into small pieces milk to mix
89. elect Cake Slice then press Start Honey Oaty Slice Al Makes 1 x 27 x 17 cm Swice roll pan Ingredients 1 cup rolled oats 1 cup plain flour 3 4 cup coconut 3 4 cup sugar 1259 butter 3 tablespoons honey 2 tablespoons water 1 2 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda Method Grease and paper line a 27 x 17 cm slice pan Combine oats flour coconut and sugar in a large bowl In a 2 litre pyrex bowl place butter honey and water and cook on HIGH for 1 to 2 minutes stir in bicarbonate of soda Pour over dry ingredients stir until well combined Press into pan Cook on Combination 4 for 15 to 20 minutes cool before cutting To Cook by Auto Menu Prepare as above Place on Low Rack Select Cake Slice then press Start 88 Peanut and Sultana Slice A Makes 1 x 19 x 28 cm pan Ingredients 185g butter 1 2 cup caster sugar 1 2 cup sultanas 1 cup raw unsalted peanuts 1 cup coconut 1 cup plain flour Method Grease and paper line a 19 x 28 cm lamington pan Melt butter on HIGH for 1 to 2 minutes Stir in sugar sultanas peanuts and coconut then shifted flour Press mixture into base of pan and cook on Combination 4 for 25 to 30 minutes To Cook by Auto Menu Prepare as above Place on Low Rack Select Cake Slice p then press Start Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheesecake Serves 6 to 8 Ingredients Base 250 g peanut cookies finely crush
90. ely chopped 1 cup fresh breadcrumbs 1 egg beaten Method Mix the mince with seasonings carry powder chutney onion and breadcrumbs and bind together with the egg Turn into a well greased 500 g loaf tin and press down Cook on Combination 1 for 35 to 40 minutes Corned Beef Serves 4 Ingredients 1 5 to 1 7 kg 1 tablespoon 1 tablespoon corned silverside brown sugar white vinegar 1 onion cut in half 4 cloves 6 peppercorns 1 bay leaf 3 cups water Method Rinse corned silverside under cold running water to remove excess salt Place corned silverside in a 4 litre casserole dish Add remaining ingredients Cover and cook on HIGH for 10 minutes Turn meat cover and cook on MEDIUM for 11 3 to 11 2 hours Stand corned silverside in cooking liquid for 10 minutes before serving Note Depending on the shape of the silverside it may require a further 10 to 15 minutes on MED LOW French Onion Beef Casserole jj Serves 4 to 6 Ingredients 1 chopped onion 1 teaspoon mixed dried herbs 200 y diced potatoes 500 y diced chuck steak 40 g packet French onion soup mix 1 3 cup tomato paste 2 cups beef stock Method In a 3 litre dish place onion herbs and potatoes Set HIGH for 5 minutes Add steak soup mix tomato paste and beef stock Cover Cook on Combination 1 for 40 to 45 minutes stirring twice during cooking After cooking allow to stand for 10 minutes e fe e zx gt Q 4 Q
91. ents 250 g onion finely chopped 1 5 kg ripe tomatoes skins removed and tomatoes chopped 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon paprika pinch cayenne pepper 150 ml malt vinegar 1759 sugar Method Place onions in a 3 litre dish Cover and cook on HIGH for 4 to 5 minutes Add tomatoes and cover and cook on HIGH for 5 to 6 minutes Add salt spices and vinegar Stir well and cook on HIGH for 10 minutes stirring halfway through cooking Add sugar stir well and cook on HIGH for 35 to 40 minutes stirring occasionally Pour into sterilised jars and seal Care of Your Microwave Oven BEFORE CLEANING Unplug at socket of the oven If impossible leave oven door open to prevent oven from accidentally turning on AFTER CLEANING Be sure to replace Roller Ring and Ceramic Tray in the proper position and press Stop Reset Pad to clear the display window Inside of the oven Wipe with a damp cloth Mild detergent may be used if the oven gets very dirty The use of harsh detergent or abrasives is not recommended Do not use oven cleaners on the top of the Ceramic Tray Remove and wash in warm soapy water or in a dishwasher If grease accumulates clean with a non abrasive nylon mesh scouring pad and nonabrasive cleaners Outside oven surfaces and back vents Clean with a damp cloth To prevent from damage to the operating parts inside the oven water should not be allowed to seep into ventilation openings
92. er selecting the Micro Power level or Set the weight e g After pressing the Turbo Defrost pad 10 Start Ly ePress Start Pad e g After selecting the Micro Power level and time Let s Start to Use Your Oven Micro Power Turbo Defrost Combination 3 Select Power Level e g HIGH power Press once Continue pressing for 1 Plug In Plug into a properly grounded electrical outlet WELCOME TO INVERTER MICROCOMBCONV 7 Z 11 other power levels COOKING GRILL CoN sage ld appears in the display window This will immediately cease AutoMenu Temp MenuSelect Sensor Reheat when any pad is pressed O D o le gt go T 0 Time Weight o 4 Set Time Recipe Prompting More Stop Reset Quick Min O 5 Press E lte DIMENSION 4 Gemas NN C2000W 2 Press Open the door and place the food on Ceramic Tray in the oven Then close the door Quick Guide to Operation Feature How to Operate To Set Clock Clock Time Weight Clock e page 13 O gt ip Enter time of day Max 12 59 To Use To Set Display To Cancel Display Child Safety Lock Start Stop Reset 125 page 13 O ms gt 3 x press 3 x press To Use Micro Power Time Weight on and Time Setting Micro Power o O To Cook on Grill For p o Cook on Gri For preheating Time Weight A S rann ia Grill Place ais gt food in 6 th
93. erving size pieces with 2 tablespoons 6to8 Kumara butter in a covered dish Turnips 500 g Peeled and sliced finely with 1 4 cup water 6 to 8 in a covered dish Tomatoes 2 300 g Sliced and cooked covered with 1 2to4 tablespoon butter in a dish Zucchini Courgette 500 g Cut in 2 cm pieces in a covered dish 5 to 7 71 e fe o zx gt Q E Q p 2 5 O D x O S Vegetable Varieties Creamed Spinach PN Serves 4 Ingredients 1 bunch spinach roughly chopped 4 spring onions finely chopped 1 clove garlic crushed 2 tablespoons sour cream salt and pepper Method Wash and drain spinach leaves spring onions and garlic in a covered 3 litre casserole dish To Cook by Microwave Cook on HIGH for 6 to 8 minutes To Cook by Auto Menu Select Vegetables then press To Complete Drain well by squeezing between two dinner plates Toss through remaining ingredients Season to taste Cook on HIGH for 1 to 2 minutes Serve Start Broccoli and Cheese Sauce A Serves 2 to 3 Ingredients 250 g broccoli washed trimmed and cut into pieces 2 tablespoons water Cheese Sauce 2 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons flour 1 cup milk 3 4 cup grated cheese 1 4 teaspoon mustard salt and pepper Method Place broccoli and water in a covered 2 litre casserole dish To Cook by Microwave Cook on HIGH for 6 to 8 minutes Drain and set asi
94. es less time to cook than refrigerated or frozen food Density and Composition Porous airy foods cakes and breads take less time to cook than heavy compact foods meat and vegetables Recipes high in fat and sugar content cook more quickly Key to Symbols Used in Recipes C Convection G Grill MC Manual Combination A Auto Menu R Recipe Prompting No symbol Microwave only 30 Techniques for Preparation Timing A range of cooking times is given in each recipe for two reasons Firstly to allow for the uncontrollable differences in food shapes starting temperatures and personal preferences Secondly these allow for the differences in electrical voltage input which changes during peak load periods Always remember that it is easier to add time to undercooked food Once the food is overcooked nothing can be done For each recipe an approximate cooking time is given Stirring Stirring is often necessary during microwave cooking We have noted when stirring is helpful in the recipes Always bring the outside edges towards the centre and the centre portions to the outside Rearranging or Turning Some foods should be turned in the container during cooking For example because of the different thicknesses in the breast and back sections of poultry it is a good idea to turn poultry over once to ensure more even cooking Rearranging or turning over uneven shaped food in the dish shoul
95. espoons soy sauce 4 single chicken breast fillets 2 cups snow pea sprouts 1 punnet cherry tomatoes 200 g mixed salad leaves Dressing 1 tablespoon peanut butter 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 tablespoon honey 2 tablespoons sesame seeds Method Preheat oven to Grill 1 Combine sesame oil and soy sauce Brush chicken fillets with this mixture and place on High Rack Cook on Grill 1 for 10 to 12 minutes or until just cooked Turn halfway through cooking and brush with any remaining soy mixture Slice into strips and toss with remaining salad ingredients and dressing Serve immediately To prepare dressing Place all ingredients in a screw top jar Shake until combined Main Fare Meats Directions for Cooking Tender Cuts of Meat by Microwave For best results select roasts that are uniform in shape Place meat on a microwave suitable rack in a rectangular dish Beef rib roast should be placed cut side down Other bone in roasts should be placed fat side down Boneless roasts should be placed fat side up Halfway through cooking turn roasts Meats can be shielded at the beginning of cooking or halfway through cooking If you wish to shield at the beginning of cooking remove foil halfway through the cooking time Beef and pork rib roasts should be shielded by the bones Foil should extend about 5 cm down from bones The shank thin ends of boneless roasts should also be
96. et 46 Cheesy Lobster Mornay e Serves 2 Ingredients 3 tablespoons butter 3 tablespoons flour 1 cup milk 1 2 cup grated cheese 1 cooked lobster juice of 1 2 lemon pinch of paprika 2 tablespoons grated cheese extra Method Melt butter on HIGH for 30 seconds in a 4 cup jug Add flour stir and cook on HIGH for 20 to 30 seconds stirring halfway through cooking Add milk gradually Stir well Cook on HIGH for 2 minutes stirring halfway through cooking Add cheese and mix well Cut lobster in half lengthwise Discard all inedible parts Sprinkle each half of lobster with lemon juice Preheat oven on Grill 1 Spoon cheese sauce over lobster Sprinkle with extra cheese and paprika Place lobster halves on a grill tray Place on High Rack and cook on Grill 1 for 5 to 6 minutes Serve with lemon slices and parsley Lemon Pepper Fish Serves 2 Ingredients 300 g fish fillets 1 4 cup lemon juice 1 teaspoon cracked black ground pepper Method In a 1 litre dish place all ingredients Set on MEDIUM for 6 to 7 minutes Stand for 3 minutes Thai Fish Cakes G Serves 4 to 6 Ingredients 500 g 1 tablespoon white fish fillets red curry paste 2 tablespoons cornflour 1 teaspoon chopped chilli 1 tablespoon fish souce shallots chopped 1 4 cup coriander leaves 2 tablespoons oil Method Preheat oven to Grill 1 Place all ingredients exept oil in a food processor and blend until smooth Place tablespoo
97. ethod Place rhubarb apple and water in a 3 litre casserole dish cover and cook on HIGH for 6 to 8 minutes stirring once during cooking Stir in sugar and lemon juice and cook uncovered on HIGH for 15 minutes stirring after every 5 minutes Pour into hot sterilised jars when cool seal Micro Made Extras Strawberry Jam Makes Approximately 600 ml Ingredients 1 kg strawberries washed and hulled 1 kg caster sugar pectin if required Method Place strawberries in a 4 litre casserole dish Cover and cook on HIGH for 5 minutes Stir in sugar and pectin if required Cook on MED HIGH for 25 to 30 minutes stirring every 10 minutes Cool and bottle in sterilised jars Seal Sweet Apricot Jam Makes 3 cups Ingredients 750 y dried apricots cut in quarters 1800 ml water 1 3 kg sugar 2 tablespoons pectin Method Place apricots and water in a 4 litre casserole dish Cover and allow to stand overnight Add sugar to apricots and water Cover and cook on HIGH for 25 to 30 minutes stirring halfway through cooking Remove lid add pectin stir well Cook on HIGH for a further 25 to 30 minutes stirring halfway through cooking Allow to cool slightly before pouring into sterilised jars Seal Rhubarb and Berry Jam Makes 11 2 cups Ingredients 2 cups chopped rhubarb 11 2 cups berries fresh or frozen 2 tablespoons orange juice 1 cup caster sugar Method Combine rhubarb berries and orange juice in a 3 lit
98. f the bird together Brush with melted butter and sprinkle with herbs if desired e Place the chicken breast side up on the Low Rack with a shallow dish underneath to collect the drips e Prepare the vegetables into even sized pieces e For chicken weighing 1 1 kg or less place all vegetables around the outside of the rack Brush with melted butter or oil Auto Menu e For chickens weighing more than 1 1kg place potatoes around the outside of the rack Brush with melted butter or oil Add softer vegetables such as pumpkin and sweet potato after 1 3 of the cooking time e There is no need to turn the chicken or vegetabeles for the cooking If desired baste the chicken and potatoes with melted butter halfway through cooking e At the completions of the cooking time wrap the chicken in aluminium foil and allow to stand for 10 15 minutes before carving Low Rack LHH HAS Auto Cook Auto menu 19 20 Ceramic Tray Temp Menu Select Auto Menu Star press press Time appears in the O Select Menu display and begins 19 and 20 to count down CAKE SLICE CAKE DESSERT e This setting is designed for cooking single layer e This setting is designed for cooking layered slices slices and light cakes which are cooked at a moderate temperature e Metal cookware may be used Position dish to be cooked on the Low Rack placed on Ceramic Tray e Preheating is not required
99. g se Well 5 18 to 20 min 500 g o Beef Tenderloin o Rare 5 16 to 18 min 500 g Medium 5 22 to 24 min 500 g Pot Roast 11 2 to 1kg 1 11 2 to 2 hrs total Chuck 1 11 2 to 2 hrs total Turn meat over after 1 hour of cooking PORK ROASTS 5 15 to 17 min 500 g LAMB ROASTS 4 18 to 20 min 500 g MEATLOAVES 1 25 to 30 min 500 y CASSEROLES 1 Approx 2 3 conventional cooking time 61 Main Fare Meats Directions for Grilling Meat Preheat oven with High Rack on Grill 1 Trim excess fat from meat Slash fat with a sharp knife to prevent meat curling Place meat on High Rack with a dish turn meat over Season after cooking To test for desired cooking cut into meat Red colour indicates rare pink indicates medium and grey indicates well underneath to catch drips Cook for times done recommended in chart Halfway through cooking Meat Grilling Chart APPROX COOKING TIME MEAT GRILL SETTING in minutes BEEF Hamburger approx 3 cm thick Well Grill 1 12 to 14 Fillet Mignon approx 3 cm thick Rare Grill 1 8 to 10 Medium Grill 1 12 to 14 Steak approx 3 cm thick Rare Grill 1 10 to 12 Medium Grill 1 14 to 16 Well Grill 1 16 to 18 PORK Chops 2 cm thick Grill 1 16 to 18 Frankfurters Grill 2 4 to 6 Ham Steak 11 2 cm thick Grill 1 6 to 8 Sausages thick Grill 1 10 to 12 thin Grill 1 6 to 8 LAMB Chops 2 cm thick 8 on rack Medium Grill 1 12 to 14 Well Grill 1 14 to 16 4 Lambs kidneys halved Grill 1 6 to 8
100. glac fruit chopped 100g glac cherries 60 y mixed peel 1 2 cup brandy 250 y butter 250 g brown sugar 4 eggs 1 cup flour 1 2 teaspoon ground ginger 1 2 teaspoon nutmeg 1 2 teaspoon cinnamon 1 2 teaspoon allspice 1 tablespoon 1 tablespoon golden syrup parisienne essence gravy browning 11 2 cups fresh breadcrumbs 1 cup canned apples Method Place fruit in a large mixing bowl and pour over brandy The fruit can be soaked overnight for added flavour Cream butter and sugar in a large mixing bowl until light and fluffy Add eggs one at a time beating gently after each addition Add sifted flour and spices golden syrup parisienne essence breadcrumbs and apples Mix well Add cake mixture to fruits and fold until well combined Grease 5 cup pudding bowl and line with 2 strips of greaseproof paper to form a cross in the base of the bowl Pour mixture into the bowl and smooth over top Cook on MED LOW for 40 minutes Shield edges with strips of foil secured with string and continue to cook on MED LOW for 30 minutes Stand loosely covered for 10 minutes before serving Tip To reheat whole pudding cover with plastic wrap and heat on MED HIGH for 5 to 7 minutes 90 Butterscotch Pudding A Serves 4 to 6 Ingredients 3 4 cup self raising flour sifted 1 can 400 g sweetened condensed milk 30g butter 1 teaspoon vanilla essence 1 2 cup milk 1 cup brown sugar 11 4 cups boiling water Method Place
101. he bag Make six 2 cm slits in top of bag Multiply the weight of the poultry by the minimum recommended minutes per 500 g Programme Power and Time e fe o x gt Q 4 Q p Q 5 O D X O S Poultry Directions for Grilling Chicken Pieces Preheat oven with High Rack in place on Grill 1 If desired brush chicken with butter margarine oil or sauce before and during grilling Basting helps prevent chicken from drying out Place chicken skin side down on High Rack with a dish underneath to catch drips Cook for times recommended in the chart Halfway through cooking turn chicken skin side up Season after cooking To test for desired cooking cut into chicken Chicken should be white in colour and juices should be clear Turn over halfway through cooking Arrange chicken skin side down When done chicken is white in colour and juices are clear Chicken Grilling Chart Item Grill Setting ee mina ime CHICKEN 4 half Breasts Grill 1 15 to 18 Cut up whole Grill 1 20 to 22 8 Drumsticks Grill 1 20 to 22 4 Thighs Grill 1 18 to 20 1 4 kg Wings approx 6 Grill 1 18 to 20 4 Marylands Grill 1 18 to 20 4 Kebabs Grill 1 15 to 18 50 Poultry Directions for Cooking Poultry by Combination Wash poultry and pat dry Season poultry as desired Whole poultry may be roasted stuffed or unstuffed Whole Roasting Chickens 1 0 kg to
102. he power board fuse to blow and or food to cook slower Do not insert higher value fuse in the power board Fan Motor Operation After using the oven the fan may rotate to cool the electric components This is perfectly normal and you can take out the food from the oven while the fan operates u 1 mo e 4 O Lo D i e S e ol i Q 5 i e y a General Instructions General Use 1 Only use utensils that are suitable for use in microwave ovens 2 In order to maintain high quality do not operate the oven when empty The microwave energy will reflect continuously throughout the oven if no food or water is present to absorb energy 3 If smoke is observed press STOP RESET pad and leave the door closed in order to stifle any flames Disconnect the power cord or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel 4 Do not dry clothes newspapers or other materials in the oven They may catch on fire 5 Do not use recycled paper products unless the paper product is labelled as safe for microwave oven use Recycled paper products may contain impurities which may cause sparks and or fires when used 6 Do not use newspapers or paper bags for cooking 7 Do not hit or strike control panel Damage to controls may occur 8 POT HOLDERS may be needed as heat from food is transferred to the cooking container and from the container to Ceramic Tray The tray can
103. ht cakes roast lamb 180 C LOW COMB 5 Roast pork roast beef jacket potato turkey duck garlic 200 C MED LOW bread chicken pieces casseroles lasagne reheating sweet savoury pies reheating muffins COMB 6 Pastries bread grilling sausages and rissoles whole chicken 230 C LOW chicken pieces pizzas reheating croissants Use of Accessory 21 Cakes slices desserts etc may be cooked in metal cookware Do not place a small amount of food in a large metallic dish as arcing may occur 2 A I o e ban Q Oo To Reheat Cook by Sensor Reheat Auto Menu Use of Accessory Sensor Reheat Sensor Cook Auto menu 1 9 This feature allows you to reheat cook most of your favourite foods without having to select cooking times and power levels The oven does it all automatically Ceramic Tray Micro Power Turbo Defrost Combination Sensor Cook Auto Menu 1 9 Sensor Reheat Grill Convection 2Level Convection 1 Press O DATAA DATAA BANG DATA DATA TA DAAN TANT TANT RARAS MANI NI MIN SEC MICROCOMBCONV jy 71 C GRILL a at 1 Press Auto Menu Temp MenuSelect Sensor Reheat 2 Select Menu Auto Menu 1 9 Category and PRESS START appears in the display window Time Weight 3 Press After the burst of steam is detected by the SENSOR the remaining cooking time appears amp in the display and begins to count down
104. iced 1 carrot peeled and sliced 2 potatoes peeled and sliced 1 stalk celery sliced 500 ml stock 2 tablespoons flour 2 bay leaves 1 2 teaspoon dried rosemary Method Trim excess fat off chops Place all ingredients in a 3 litre casserole dish To Cook by Microwave Prepare as above and cover Cook on MED HIGH for 20 to 25 minutes To Cook by Auto Menu Prepare as above and cover Select Casserole then press Start Goulash Al Serves 4 Ingredients 500 g lamb chops 1 onion finely chopped 1 clove garlic crushed 1 tablespoon butter or margarine 1 tablespoon flour 2 tablespoons tomato paste 1 2 teaspoon paprika 1 small capsicum green red pepper cut into 2 5 cm cubes 1 cup beef stock 2 tablespoons sour cream Method Trim fat and bones from meat and cut meat into 2 cm cubes Place onion garlic and butter or margarine in a 3 litre casserole dish Cook on HIGH for 2 to 3 minutes Add flour tomato paste and paprika and cook on HIGH for a further 2 minutes Add lamb capsicum pepper and stock To Cook by Microwave Cover and cook on MED HIGH for 24 to 26 minutes Stir in sour cream and serve with vegetables To Cook by Combination Prepare as above cover and cook on Combination 1 for 40 to 45 minutes Stir in sour cream and serve To Cook by Auto Menu Prepare as above and cover Select then press Start Casserole j 64 Lam
105. icrowave Cook on MED HIGH for 35 to 40 minutes or until meat is tender Stirring regularly Serve with steamed rice To Cook by Combination Prepare as above Cover and cook on Combination 1 for 50 to 60 minutes or until beef is tender To Cook by Auto Menu Prepare as above and cover Select then press Start Casserole Veal and Pineapple Casserole A Serves 4 to 6 Ingredients 125g bacon rind removed 750g veal steak diced 2 tablespoons seasoned flour 2 onions sliced 1 can 450 g 2 tablespoons pineapple pieces stained parsley finely chopped 1 2 teaspoon dried basil 1 cup tomato puree 1 chicken stock cube crumbled Method Cut bacon into 3 cm pieces Combine veal bacon and remaining ingredients in a 3 litre casserole dish Mix well and cover To Cook by Microwave Cook on MED HIGH for 30 to 35 minutes Stirring halfway through cooking To Cook by Combination Prepare as above cook on Combination 1 for 40 to 45 minutes stirring halfway through cooking To Cook by Auto Menu Prepare as above Select Start Casserole then press Main Fare Meats Veal Paprika Serves 4 Ingredients 7509 diced veal 250 g mushrooms sliced 1 cup chicken stock 1 onion finely chopped 1 teaspoon paprika salt and pepper 2 tablespoons flour 1 tablespoon tomato paste 1 2 cup sour cream Method In a 3 litre casserole dish combine veal mushroom
106. imum recommended minutes per 500 grams Cook meat on Combination 5 for beef roasts and pork roast and Combination 4 for lamb roasts using the times in the following chart To Cook by Auto Menu Programme the desired Automatic Combination setting Beef Rare Beef Medium Lamb or Pork Press Start After cooking allow the roast to stand covered for 10 to 15 minutes to allow the roast to sit and finish cooking Roasts are easier to carve after standing As with Microwave cooking roasts cooked by Combination will continue to cook during the stand time During stand time check the internal temperature of the roast using a Microwave or conventional thermometer The thermometer should not touch bone or fat If it does the reading could be inaccurate If the temperatures are lower than desired return the roast to the oven and cook a few more minutes at the recommended Combination Setting DO NOT USE A MICROWAVE OR CONVENTIONAL MEAT THERMOMETER IN THE OVEN WHEN COOKING BY COMBINATION Stand 10 to 15 minutes before carving Meat Chart for Combination Cooking Combination Cooking MEAT Combination Setting Cooking Time BEEF ROASTS Rib Boneless Rib Top Sirloin O Rare 5 11 to 14 min 500 g O Medium 5 14 to 16 min 500 g o Well 5 18 to 20 min 500 g x Rump Eye of Round High Quality Q Rare 5 12 to 15 min 500 g e Medium 5 13 to 18 min 500
107. ll Press mixture into base and sides of a 22 cm spring form tin Refrigerate while making filling Place water in a small bowl sprinkle with gelatin Heat on MEDIUM for 30 to 40 seconds to dissolve DO NOT BOIL Place cream cheese into a mixing bowl add sugar and vanilla essence Beat until smooth with electric mixer Beat cream in a small bowl until soft peaks form Stir gelatin mixture into the cheese mixture add cream and chocolate honeycomb bars Pour into the crust refrigerate until set Lemon and Pineapple Cheesecake Serves 6 to 8 Ingredients 1259 butter 180g sweet plain biscuits crushed 250 y cream cheese softened 1 3 cup sugar juice and rind of 1 lemon 2 eggs 1 3 cup flour 1 can 450 g crushed pineapple drained Method Place butter in a 1 litre dish and cook on HIGH for 1 minute Add biscuit crumbs mix well Press mixture into a 23 cm pie plate Refrigerate while making filling Place cream cheese into a mixing bowl add sugar mix well Add juice and rind of lemon eggs and flour mix well Fold through pineapple Pour filling into chilled biscuit base Elevate pie dish and cook on MEDIUM for 10 to 12 minutes Refrigerate until cold before serving e fe e x gt Q 3 Q p 9 5 O D x O S Slices Desserts and Pastries Christmas Pudding Serves 10 to 12 Ingredients 250 g sultanas 250 g raisins chopped 125g currants 125g dates chopped 100 g mixed
108. may then be utilised For example cooking two trays of biscuits Foods placed on Low Rack may require a slightly longer cooking time than those on High Rack Use of Accessory High Rack Low Rack LDS a l dh Ceramic Tray Temp Menu Select Select the desired oven temperature Start Press Q The oven begins to preheat Do not open the door during preheating Place the Food After preheating 3 beeps will be heard and P will blink in the display Time Weight O Set Cooking Time up to 9 hours and 59 minutes Time can be entered 1 min intervals Start Press Cooking will start O NOTE 1 Place Ceramic Tray correctly in the oven before preheating o Lo D i e gt go e 2 If the oven door is not opened after the completion of preheating the oven will maintain the selected temperature for 30 minutes After 30 minutes the oven will shut off automatically and revert to the time of day If preheating is not required for the food you are cooking eliminate step 2 When selected cooking time is less than one hour the time counts down by minutes and seconds When selected cooking time is more than one hour the time counts down by hours and minutes until only 1H 00 1 hour remains The display then counts down by minutes an
109. minute In a 1 cup jug mix soy sauce Hoi Sin sauce and beef stock Mix into beef Cook on HIGH for 2 minutes Mix in vegetables Cook on HIGH for 5 to 7 minutes stirring halfway through cooking time Beef Roll with Spinach and Spring Onion Stuffing Serves 4 to 6 Ingredients 2 Stuffing 1 tablespoon 1 1 2 4 1 4 cup 1 1 tablespoon Sauce 1 can 410 g 1 1 2 cup 1 2 teaspoon 1 2 teaspoon Main Fare Meats thick skirt steaks approx 500 g each pounded butter clove garlic crushed bunch spinach washed and roughly chopped spring onions finely sliced fresh breadcrumbs salt and pepper egg lightly beaten slivered almonds tomato puree clove garlic crushed dried oregano dried thyme dried basil pinch of pepper Method Using a sharp knife score the smooth side of the steaks to form a diamond pattern Place steaks scored side down Set aside Place butter and garlic into a 2 litre casserole dish Cook on HIGH for 30 to 40 seconds Add spinach and spring onions and cook on HIGH for 3 to 4 minutes Allow to cool slightly Add breadcrumbs salt and pepper egg and almonds to mixture Mix until well combined Place stuffing onto steaks and roll up lengthwise to form two long rolls Secure rolls with string Place beef rolls on a rack in a 3 litre casserole dish Cook on MED HIGH for 30 to 35 minutes turning halfway through cooking Allow to stand before carving into slices Sauce Pl
110. n finely chopped 1 tablespoon butter 125g ham finely chopped salt and pepper Method Place cabbage and water in a 3 litre casserole dish To Cook by Microwave Cover and cook on HIGH for 10 to 12 minutes Drain and set aside To Cook by Auto Menu Prepare cabbage as above Select Vegetables then press Start Drain and set aside To Complete Place onion and butter in a 1 litre casserole dish and cook on HIGH for 3 to 4 minutes Add onion mixture and ham to cabbage and mix well Return to oven and cook on HIGH for 2 to 3 minutes Season Potato Wedges 3 R Serves 4 e fe o x gt Q 3 Q 4 Ingredients 500 g potatoes oil for brushing Method Cut potatoes into wedges Place in shallow dish Cook on HIGH for 5 minutes Brush with oil Place dish on Low Rack Cook on Grill 1 for 30 minutes 5 O D X O S Vegetable Varieties Stuffed Capsicum Peppers Serves 4 Ingredients 4 medium sized green capsicum pepper remove tops and seeds cooked rice mixed herbs onion finely chopped 1 cup 1 2 teaspoon y 1 cup finely chopped ham or chicken 1 4 cup cream salt and pepper to taste 1 2 cup grated tasty cheese paprika Method Cook capsicum pepper in a 2 litre covered casserole dish on HIGH for 6 to 8 minutes Drain off excess water Combine rice herbs onion meat cream salt and pepper Mix well Fill capsicum peppe
111. n HIGH for 3 to 4 minutes Stir halfway through cooking REEL MOLE A Serves 4 to 6 Ingredients 500 g 2 tablespoons 2 teaspoons 2 tablespoons carrots approx 4 brown sugar butter honey Method Peel and thinly slice carrots Combine all ingredients in a 2 litre casserole dish To Cook by Microwave Cover and cook on HIGH for 6 to 8 minutes Serve To Cook by Auto Menu Prepare as above Cover with a lid or plastic wrap Select Vegetables then press Start Serve Potato Casserole GER Serves 4 to 6 Ingredients 7509 sliced potatoes 1 cup sour cream 1 4 cup milk 3 spring onions sliced 2 bacon rashers chopped 1 2 cup grated cheese Method In a 2 litre dish place potatoes sour cream and milk Place on Low Rack and cook on Combination 5 for 30 to 35 minutes Top with spring onions bacon and cheese Cook on Grill 1 for 10 minutes To Cook by Microwave Cover and cook on HIGH for 18 to 20 minutes Stand covered for 5 to 10 minutes before serving 75 Tomato and Onion Serves 4 Ingredients 600 g tomatoes thinly sliced approx 3 1 onion thinly sliced basil salt and pepper to taste 1 2 teaspoon Method Place all ingredients in a 2 litre casserole dish Cook covered on HIGH for 7 to 10 minutes Serve with barbecued steak or grilled meat Cabbage Ham and Onion y Serves 6 Ingredients 500 g cabbage shredded 2 tablespoons water 1 onio
112. n HIGH for 6 to 10 minutes Drain Mash potatoes with a potato masher Add remaining ingredients except nutmeg Mix well Cook on HIGH for 1 minute sprinkle with nutmeg Stir well before serving Duchess Potatoes G Serves 4 Ingredients 500 g potatoes peeled and quartered 1 4 cup water 1 egg lightly beaten 1 4 cup cream salt and white pepper Method Place potatoes and water in a 2 litre casserole dish Cover and cook on HIGH for 10 to 12 minutes Drain well and mash Preheat oven on Grill 2 Add egg and cream mix until smooth Season to taste with salt and pepper Grease a round baking tray with melted butter Place potato mixture into a piping bag and pipe mixture into approximately 5 cm circles on the baking tray Place on High Rack and cook on Grill 2 for 5 to 7 minutes Mini Baked Potatoes R E Serves 4 Ingredients 500 y halved chat potatoes oil for brushing 1 tablespoon dried thyme Method Place potatoes in a shallow dish Brush with oil and sprinkle with thyme Place on High Rack and cook on Grill 1 for 20 minutes Turn over and rearrange Cook on Grill 1 for another 20 minutes Vegetable Varieties Saute Mushrooms Serves 4 to 6 Ingredients 1 tablespoon butter 400 g mushrooms 1 clove garlic crushed salt and pepper 2 tablespoons chopped parsley Method Place Butter in a 2 litre dish and cook on HIGH for 30 to 40 seconds Add mushrooms garlic salt pepper and parsley Cover and cook o
113. n eggs one at a time until combined Stir in half the sifted flour and sour cream and then remaining flour sour cream and poppy seeds Spread mixture into prepared pan Place on Low Rack and cook for 50 to 60 minutes Stand for 10 minutes before turning onto wire rack Spread cold cake with icing Lemon Icing Beat butter until light before beating in icing sugar and lemon juice Coconut and Apricot Cake A Makes 1 x 20 cm ring cake Ingredients 1 cup chopped dried apricots 1 cup apricot nectar 125g butter 2 3 cup raw sugar 2 eggs separated 11 2 cups self raising flour 11 2 cups coconut Method To Cook by Convection Preheat oven to 170 C Place apricots and nectar in a small bowl Cook on HIGH for 3 to 5 minutes Grease and line a deep 20 cm ring pan Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy Beat in egg yolks one at a time until combined Stir in coconut and half the sifted flour and apricot mixture Stir in remaining flour and apricots Beat egg whites until soft peaks form Fold into mixture and spread into prepared pan Place on Low Rack and cook for 50 to 60 minutes Allow to stand for 10 minutes before turning onto rack to cool To Cook by Auto Menu Prepare as above Place on Low Rack Select Cake Dessert then press L Start Cakes Muffins and Biscuits Mocha Carrot Cake Serves 4 to 6 Ingredients 1 cup self raising flour 1 2 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda 1
114. n of mixture onto an oiled tray Place on High Rack and cook on Grill 1 for 8 to 10 minutes turning halfway through Serve with sweet chilli sauce Fish and Shellfish Seafood Marinara Seafood Marinara Serves 4 Ingredients 250 g scallops 250 g prawns shelled and deveined 1 squid approx 275 g cleaned and sliced 2 tablespoons butter 1 clove garlic crushed 2 tomatoes peeled and chopped 1 tablespoon tomato paste 1 4 cup white wine 1 teaspoon basil pepper chopped parsley Method Place cleaned seafood into a 2 litre dish Set aside Place butter and garlic in a 1 litre dish Cook on HIGH for 1 minute Add remaining ingredients except seafood to dish and cook on HIGH for 5 minutes Pur e tomato mixture in a blender or food processor and pour over seafood Cook on MED HIGH for 5 to 7 minutes Stand for 5 minutes Serve with pasta or salad Golden Wrapped Fish Serves 4 Ingredients 4 white fish fillets 500 g 2 tablespoons butter 4 spring onions finely sliced 150g mushrooms finely sliced salt and pepper 4 sheets ready rolled puff pastry 1 beaten egg yolk for glazing sesame seeds Method Pat dry fillets with paper towel Melt butter in a 2 litre casserole dish on HIGH for 1 minute Add spring onions and mushrooms and cook on HIGH for 1 to 2 minutes Season with salt and pepper To Cook by Convection Preheat oven to 220 C Lay each fillet in the centre of each sheet of pastry Place 1
115. nd sprinkle with paprika Cook on HIGH for 6 to 8 minutes 78 Rice Pasta and Cereal Seasoned Rice R Serves 6 to 8 Ingredients 1 onion chopped 1 cup long grain rice 1 teaspoon thyme 21 2 cups chicken stock 1 4 cup slivered almonds toasted Method In a 3 litre dish place onion rice thyme and chicken stock Cook on HIGH for 15 minutes Stir Cover Stand for 10 minutes Add almonds and serve Paella Serves 6 to 8 Ingredients 500 g mussels in shell 1 4 cup water 1 green capsicum pepper sliced 1 red capsicum pepper sliced 2 onions sliced 1 clove garlic crushed 2 tablespoons butter 2 cups long grain rice 1 can 440 g peeled tomatoes roughly chopped 11 2 cups hot chicken stock pinch saffron powder 11 2 cups cooked diced chicken 200 g peeled green prawns Method Place mussels and water into a 3 litre dish cover and cook on MED HIGH for 4 to 5 minutes Set aside Place capsicums pepper onions garlic and butter into a 4 litre dish and cook on HIGH for 4 to 6 minutes Add rice and stir well Cook on HIGH for 2 to 4 minutes Stir in tomatoes hot chicken stock and saffron Cook on HIGH for 16 to 18 minutes Stir in chicken prawns and mussels and cook on MED HIGH for 4 to 6 minutes Stand for 5 minutes before serving 79 Seasond Rice Chicken Risotto R Serves 4 Ingredients 300 y fresh asparagus chopped 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 cups arborio rice 1 clove garlic cr
116. net Opening Specification Uncrated Weight NN TK953 Approx 21 kg 376 H x 611 W x 490 D mm 242 H x 412 W x 426 D mm 459 H x 632 W x Min 532 D mm IEC 705 88 Test procedure Specifications subject to change without notice As for the voltage requirement the production month country and serial number please refer to the identification plate on the microwave oven 97 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co Ltd Web Site http www panasonic co jp global A00034X71QP FO900 1071 Printed in Japan
117. ng 0 cece eee eee 14 by Sensor Reheat Pad 22 505408000000 chee oe eee ewe eee eee ees 22 To Defrost by Micro Power and Time Setting 0 00 cee eee eee eee 14 17 by Turbo Defrost Padci Gesta se reded t buned oepa bbs Swed oe dd ee dead ads 16 To Cook by Micro Power and Time Setting annaa aaua aae 14 n Grill aa oia see Sones waar odin e dak Sew Get deol cs read an 18 OM COnVeClON s sacinandana aa poe Be PA aL oe EE Oe ee Ge ab BE SAS 19 on Combination Convection amp Microwave 00 eee 20 by One Touch Cooking 00 eee ee 22 To Set Standing TIME s sees ss ds RE a eee ees we Ee eS 26 To Use Recipe Prompting 2 eee eee 27 To Use Quick Min Pad 28 To Change the Cooking Time 6 0 20 00 ce eee 28 Maintenance Before Requesting Service 0 0 cc nee eee ee 29 Care of Your Microwave Oven o 97 Technical Specifications 0 0 ee eet aae 97 Cooking Guide Microwave Recipe Preparation and Techniques 0 0 ees 30 Everyday BasiCs amaia cir aa ead as ae oe ee mame eR eee ages eae Ds 33 Soups Snacks and Starters omic a YO ewe ee eee a ad eee 37 Fish and Shellfishy 2ic0244 85 lt reednieeSiwewtad ia dee a sade ene etree ge 44 PQUITY eorcicuat Wat vie edie oe ee a cet oe A AA ee a hed 49 Main Fare Meats ri ds a an ech ae wad eo date As a 59 Vegetable Varieties essas ci a a da Aa ee ale ae 70 Rice Pasta amd Cereal 42 22 ra e
118. ngredients 4x609 eggs 4tablespoons milk pinch salt Method In a 1 litre casserole dish beat eggs lightly with a whisk Add milk and salt and whisk until well combined Cover dish with plastic wrap and cook on MED HIGH for 11 2 to 2 minutes Stir eggs and cook for a further 11 2 to 2 minutes Stand covered for 1 minute before serving 33 Cheesy Ham Omelette Cheesy Ham Omelette Serves 1 to 2 Ingredients 3 eggs separated 2 tablespoons milk salt and pepper 1 4 cup grated cheese 50g ham cut into strips 1 spring onion finely sliced butter for greasing Method Beat egg yolks with milk and salt and pepper in a bowl In a separate bowl beat egg whites until soft peaks form Gently fold egg whites through yolk mixture with cheese ham and spring onion Place onto a well greased dinner plate Cook on MEDIUM for 4 to 5 minutes Stand for 2 minutes before folding in half to serve 9 Poached Eggs 9 Serves 2 5 Co Ingredients O 2x60g eggs E 1 2 cup hot tap water Z dash of vinegar O pinch of salt Method Place 1 4 cup of water dash of vinegar and pinch of salt into 2 ramekin dishes or small glass bowls Cook water on HIGH for 30 to 60 seconds Break egg into boiling water and with a toothpick pierce egg yolk twice and egg white several times Cover dish with plastic wrap and cook on MED HIGH for 40 to 60 seconds Stand covered for 1 minute before serving Note The size of the egg will alter
119. ngredients e 4 sheets ready rolled puff pastry zx 3 eggs beaten a 11 2 cups milk 125g bacon rind removed bacon chopped Z 6 spring onions finely chopped Oo salt and pepper paprika Method To Cook by Convection Preheat oven to 180 C Cut pastry with a scone cutter and fit into 6 cm diameter greased patty tins Beat together eggs and milk and seasoning Place small amount of bacon and spring onion in the base of each pastry case 3 4 fill each pastry case with egg mixture Sprinkle with paprika Cook on 180 C for 15 to 20 minutes Q 5 O D X O S Soups Snacks and Starters Terrine de Pork Serves 6 to 8 Ingredients 1kg pork cut into 2 5cm cubes 125g pork fat cut into 2 5 cm cubes 1 egg lightly beaten 2 teaspoons mixed herbs 1 tablespoon chopped parsley 1 onion finely chopped freshly ground black pepper 6 rashers bacon rind removed Method Feed pork and fat gradually into a food processor until finely minced Combine meat with egg herbs parsley onion and pepper Line a 2 litre rectangular dish with bacon rashers Firmly pack meat into bacon lined dish and fold bacon ends over top of meat Cook on MED HIGH for 30 to 35 minutes Stand to cool with a heavy weight on top Serve cold sliced with bread or salad Nachos Supreme Serves 4 to 6 Ingredients 500 g topside mince 1 onion chopped 35g packet Taco seasoning mix 1 can 140 g tomato paste 1 teaspo
120. no beep is heard the unit does not or cannot accept the instruction As each pad is pressed the corresponding word s roll across the screen Words will automatically appear to prompt user to perform the next step lt is not necessary to wait for the words to appear before pressing pads for the next step A two beep sound is heard between stages At the end of any complete program the oven will beep five times e Q ha e y fea Oven Accessories Ceramic Tray with Roller Ring High Rack Low Rack Use always Microwave yes no no Grill yes yes yes Convection yes yes yes 2 Level Convection yes yes yes Combination yes no yes Cooking Modes Heating Source Microwave Convection Grill 2 Level Convection eZ 5 Combination Low Rack can be used for Combination cooking lt j Microwave m Heat Cook Navigator This feature allows you to guide you through the cooking process Once a pad has been selected the oven will prompt you the NEXT step until cooking starts e g Temp Menu Select eSet the cooking temperature e g After pressing the Convection Bake pad or Select menu e g After pressing Auto Menu pad Time Weight eSet the cooking time e g Aft
121. o greased and lined 20 cm ring pan Place on Low Rack and cook for 45 minutes or until cooked When cool spread with caramel icing Caramel Icing Melt butter and brown sugar on HIGH for 1 to 2 minutes Heat until well combined Do not boil Add sour cream stir in icing sugar Spread over cooled cake Decorate with pecans To Cook by Auto Menu Prepare as above Place on Low Rack Select Cake Dessert then press L Start Quick Mix Chocolate Cake Makes 1 x 20 cm ring cake Ingredients 1 cup self raising flour 1 cup caster sugar 2 tablespoons 3 tablespoons cocoa butter softened 2 eggs 1 3 cup milk Method Sift all dry ingredients into a bowl add butter eggs and milk Beat with a wire whisk for 1 to 2 minutes Grease a 2 litre plastic ring mould and line with paper towel Pour mixture into mould and cook on MED HIGH for 5 to 7 minutes Stand covered for 5 minutes before turning out Cool on a wire rack Tip To soften butter cook on MEDIUM for 10 to 15 seconds 82 Vanilla Poppy seed Cake Makes 1 x 19 x 9 cm loaf pan Ingredients 125g butter 1 cup caster sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla essence 2 eggs 11 2 cups plain flour 1 2 cup sour cream 1 4 cup poppy seeds Lemon Icing 40g butter 11 2 cups icing sugar 1 tablespoon lemon juice Method Preheat oven to 170 C Grease and paper line a 19 x 9 cm loaf pan Cream butter sugar and essence until light and fluffy Beat i
122. o 10 minutes before cooking FISH amp SHELLFISH Fed j a Halfway through the defrost cycle turn whole fish or blocks of fillets over Also break apart prawns or scallops Crabmeat O Remove any pieces that are defrosted Lobster tails 8 10 i scallops oe Allow to stand 5 to 10 minutes before cooking reen prawns 10 12 17 e Lo D i e gt Ro T e 0 2 A lt o Oo O ha Q O To Cook on Grill Use of Accessory There are two Grill settings available Grill 1 High is ideal for grilling meat chicken and fish High Rack fillets al l T T TUS Grill 2 Low is ideal for grilling whole fish and oven baked chips and browning cheese and egg dishes Place a heatproof glass or ceramic dish under the rack to catch any excess fat or meat juices e Ceramic Tray Micro Power Turbo Defrost Combination 1 Select Grill Grill Convecticii 2Level Convection P ower 6 Grill 1 High or Grill 2 Low can be selected AA ATAA ONTZA ATAA ATA ANTAL 3 Place the DA UN AG H MIN SEC MICROCOMBCONV J 171 71 C oo GRILL Ooi Auto Menu Temp MenuSelect Sensor Reheat Place the food on High Rack At the completion of preheating 3 beeps will be heard and P will blink in the display ee 2 Press s The oven begins to 4 Set Time preheat Do not open the door during preheating up to 1 hour 3
123. o Cook by Combination Prepare as above Cook on Combination 4 for 25 to 30 minutes Apricot Honey Slice R Makes 20 squares Ingredients 185g butter 2 tablespoons honey 250 y ginger nut biscuits crushed 1 2 cup chopped pecans 1 2 cup coconut 1 cup chopped dried apricots Method Grease and line an 18 x 28 cm dish In a 2 litre dish place butter and honey Cook on HIGH for 2 minutes Stir in biscuits pecans coconut and dried apricots Press into the prepared dish Chill until firm cut into squares Slices Desserts and Pastries Caramel Coconut Slice Y Makes 1 x 19 x 28 cm pan Ingredients 1009 butter 1 2 cup plain flour 1 2 cup self raising flour 1 2 cup coconut 1 2 cup caster sugar Filling 1 can 400 g 2 tablespoons sweetened condensed milk golden syrup 1 3 cup brown sugar 409 butter Topping 2 eggs 1 3 cup caster sugar 2 cups coconut Method Grease and paper line a 19 x 28 cm lamington pan Melt butter on HIGH for 1 to 2 minutes Sift flours into bowl stir in coconut sugar and butter Press over base of prepared pan Spread filling over base and sprinkle with topping Cook on Combination 2 for 30 to 35 minutes To prepare filling place all ingredients in a bowl and cook on MED HIGH for 3 to 5 minutes stirring twice during cooking To prepare topping combine all ingredients and mix well To Cook by Auto Menu Prepare as above Place on Low Rack Select
124. olate and cream in a 2 cup pyrex jug melt on HIGH for 1 to 2 minutes Mix well and serve hot over ce cream Sweet berry Sauce R Makes approximately 2 cups Ingredients 1 2 cup caster sugar 1 2 cup water 500 y mixed berries 2 tablespoons water 1 tablespoon arrowroot Method Combine sugar and water in a 1 litre bowl and cook on HIGH for 3 to 5 minutes stir once during cooking to dissolve sugar Add berries and cook on HIGH for 3 to 4 minutes Blend water and arrowroot and add to berry mixture Cook on HIGH for 2 minutes Serve hot or cold with ice cream e fe o x gt Co Q 4 Q 4 2 5 O D x O S Micro Made Extras Mushroom Sauce Makes 11 2 cups Ingredients 3 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons flour 1 teaspoon soy sauce 3 4 cup cream 1 2 teaspoon 1 can 190 g salt and pepper taste curry powder drained champignons mushrooms sliced Method Place butter in a 4 cup glass jug Cook on HIGH for 40 seconds Add flour and soy sauce Blend to a smooth paste Add cream and stir until smooth Add seasonings and mushrooms Cook on HIGH for 2 to 3 minutes stirring every 1 minute Serve on toast or as accompaniment to meats Sauce can be reheated on HIGH for 30 to 60 seconds Chinese Sweet amp Sour Sauce Makes 4 cups Ingredients 1 2 cup 1 2 cup 1 2 cup 1 cup 1 2 cup 2 tablespoons 2 tablespoons 2 tablespoons 1 can 450 g 1 2 4
125. oms mix well Stir through chicken and set aside To Cook by Convection Preheat oven to 200 C Grease a 20 cm pie dish line with one sheet of pastry Add chicken filling and cover with other sheet of pastry Trim edges Place on Low Rack and cook on 200 C for 30 to 40 minutes Apricot Nectar Chicken R Serves 4 to 6 Ingredients 40g pkt French onion soup mix 200 ml apricot nectar 1kg chicken Drumsticks Method In a 2 litre dish mix apricot nectar and French onion soup mix Add chicken drumsticks and mix to coat with sauce Cook on Combination 6 for 50 to 55 minutes turning halfway through cooking Chicken Curry J Serves 4 to 6 Ingredients 1 onion chopped 2 tablespoons red curry paste 500 g chicken fillets 2 cups finely sliced vegetables 1 cup coconut milk Method In a 3 litre dish mix onion and curry paste Set on HIGH for 3 minutes Add chicken Cook on MEDIUM for 3 minutes Stir Cook on MEDIUM for 3 minutes Add vegetables and coconut milk Cover Cook on HIGH for 4 minutes Poultry Roast Turkey A Serves 6 to 8 Ingredients 2 5 to 2 8 kg turkey 60 g butter 1 stick celery finely sliced 1 small onion finely chopped 2 small cooking apples peeled and grated 2 cups fresh breadcrumbs 2 tablespoons brandy 1 tablespoon parsley finely chopped 1 egg salt and pepper 2 tablespoons brandy extra 1 tablespoon oil lemon pepper or seasoned salt Method Clean and pat dry turke
126. on Mexican chilli powder 1 can 310 g red kidney beans with liquid 180 g packet corn chips 1 avocado 1 2 cup sour cream 1 2 cup grated cheese paprika Method Place meat and onion in a 2 litre dish Cover and cook on MED HIGH for 6 minutes Mix with a fork breaking up any large pieces of meat Add taco mix tomato paste chilli powder and kidney beans Cook on MED HIGH for a further 10 minutes stirring halfway through cooking Place corn chips in a 3 litre microwave suitable serving dish Pile meat sauce in the centre In a small bowl mash avocado and mix in sour cream Spoon this mixture over meat sauce and top with grated cheese Sprinkle on paprika Cook on MED HIGH for 3 to 4 minutes 40 Savoury French Sticks Makes 2 Ingredients 2 short French sticks 1 small onion chopped 2 rashers bacon rind removed and bacon chopped 200 g smooth ricotta cheese 4 eggs 1 cup grated tasty cheese mixed dried herbs cayenne pepper 1 2 teaspoon Method Cut sticks in half lengthwise Scoop out the centers leaving a small border Place onion and bacon into a 2 litre dish and cook on HIGH for 2 to 3 minutes Beat together cheeses eggs and herbs Add to onion mixture combine well Place rolls onto a flat plate and fill with egg mixture Cook on MED HIGH for 6 to 8 minutes rearrange rolls halfway through cooking Serve warm or allow to cool and slice as a snack Nuts and Bolts Serves 6 to 8 Ingredients 60g 2 t
127. on paper lined plate Stand 2 minutes Croissants 4 200 g MEDIUM 1 2 Place onto paper towel lined plate PIES DEFROST 5 7 Remove from foil container and place uncovered Fruit Pie 500 g then into a pie dish MED HIGH 5 7 Meat Pie 175 g DEFROST then 4 6 Place onto paper towel lined plate MEDIUM 3 4 Pizza 350 g HIGH 5 7 Remove from package and place onto paper towel or follow manufacturers instructions FROZEN MEAL Fish in Sauce 200 g MEDIUM 7 Pierce corner of bag Heat on a plate Instant Casserole MEDIUM Pierce pouch in Pouch serves 2 Lasagne 400 g MEDIUM 14 16 Remove from foil container place into serving dish Plate Food MEDIUM Remove foil cover and replace with plastic wrap TV style dinner 320 g 8 10 Vegetables amp Sauce MEDIUM Pierce corner of bag Heat on a plate in the bag 500 g 8 10 MISCELLANEOUS Chicken Pieces DEFROST 5 7 Place onto paper towel lined plate 500 g then MED HIGH 6 8 Fish Fingers 8 DEFROST then 3 5 Place onto paper towel lined plate 200 g HIGH 2 3 Sausage Rolls 250 g MEDIUM 3 5 Place onto paper towel lined plate Oo Le D E e gt go e 0 To Defrost Use of Accessory Turbo Defrost This feature allows you to defrost meat poultry and seafood by weight Ceramic Tray Micro Power Turbo Defrost Combination Grill Convection 2Level Convection oN DATAA ATA TAL NTA DATAA DATAA VAN WANT HO VANI
128. onvection Preheat oven to 180 C Cream butter and sugar together until light and fluffy Beat in vanilla and eggs until well combined Fold in flour and chocolate bits Place tablespoons of mixture on greased baking trays Cook on 180 C for 12 to 15 minutes or until golden brown Cinnamon Crisps Makes Approximately 25 Ingredients 125g butter 1 cup caster sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla essence 2 egg 21 2 cups self raising flour 2 teaspoons cinnamon Method To Cook by 2 Level Convection Preheat oven to 180 C Cream butter and sugar together until light and fluffy Beat in vanilla and eggs until well combined Fold in flour and cinnamon Place tablespoons of mixture on greased baking trays Cook on 180 C for 12 to 15 minutes or until golden brown 2 e Lemon Poppy Seed Cookies R o Makes Approximately 25 2 Ingredients 1259 butter Y 1 cup caster sugar 5 1 tablespoon lemon zest O 1 tablespoon poppy seeds 1 tablespoon lemon juice 2 eggs 11 2 cups self raising flour Method To cook by 2 Level Convection Preheat oven to 180 C Cream butter and sugar together until light and fluffy Beat in lemon zest poppy seeds lemon juice eggs until well combined Fold in flour Place tablespoons of mixture on greased baking trays Cook on 180 C for 12 to 15 minutes or until golden in color Q 5 O D X O O Slices Desserts and Pastries Apple Slice Apple Slice Makes 2 slices
129. ook by Auto Menu Prepare as above Cover with a lid or plastic wrap Select then press L Start Stand covered for 2 to 3 minutes Cauliflower Au Gratin AMG Serves 2 to 4 Vegetables Ingredients 500 y cauliflower trimmed and cut into pieces 2 tablespoons water 2 tablespoons butter 1 small onion finely chopped 2 tablespoons flour 1 cup milk 1 2 cup grated tasty cheese 2 tablespoons fresh bread crumbs Method Place cauliflower and water in a covered shallow casserole dish To Cook by Microwave Cook on HIGH for 6 to 8 minutes Stand covered while making sauce To Cook by Auto Menu Prepare cauliflower as above Select then press L Start Stand covered while making sauce To Make Sauce Place butter and onion in a 4 cup glass jug Cook on HIGH for 2 to 3 minutes Stir in flour and cook on HIGH for 1 minute Add milk gradually Stir well Cook on HIGH for 2 to 3 minutes stirring halfway through cooking To Complete Preheat oven on Grill 1 Drain cauliflower and pour over sauce Sprinkle with cheese and breadcrumbs Place a dish on Low Rack and cook on Grill 1 for 3 to 5 minutes Vegetables Rice Pasta and Cereal Directions for Cooking Rice and Other Grains by Microwave Follow directions in chart on page 78 for recommended dish size amounts of water and cooking time Add grain to cold water Add salt and butter according to package direction
130. ook on HIGH for 2 minutes Remove from bag and serve sprinkled with salt Packet Cake Serves 4 to 6 Ingredients 1 packet cake mix 340 g ingredients as recommended by manufactures Method Mix cake and other ingredients with a metal spoon DO NOT OVER BEAT Pour into 20 cm round dish that has been lightly greased and lined Cook on MEDIUM for 6 to 8 minutes Stand and allow to cool before removing Variations 1 tablespoon jam added to batter before cooking Half the water suggested by manufacturer and add 1 cup sour cream to batter Half a cup chopped nuts 1 4 cup brown sugar and 1 teaspoon cinnamon Mix and place on base of cake dish before adding batter to cake pan 2 tablespoons honey and 30 g butter melted in glass jug cook on HIGH for 30 to 60 seconds Pour over just baked butter cake Sprinkle with cinnamon Serve warm with cream or custard as a dessert or cold with cream as a tea cake A quarter of a cup toasted muesli mixed with 1 tablespoon marmalade placed in the base of the dish Tip Packet cakes are best mixed by hand as the microwaves will do the aerating Soups Snacks and Starters Pea and Ham Soup Serves 6 to 8 Ingredients 500 g split peas 2 cups water 500 g ham or bacon bones 1 bay leaf 3 cups water extra 2 rashers bacon rind removed 1 medium sized carrot peeled and diced 1 large onion peeled and diced 1 2 teaspoon thyme 6 cups chicken or bacon stock Method Soak peas in 2
131. ooking Procedure Approximate Cooking Time in min on HIGH power Beans 250 y Cook in covered 2 litre dish 5to 7 Broad beans 250 y Cook in covered 2 litre dish 5 to 7 Broccoli spears 350 y Cook in covered 2 litre dish 5 to 7 Brussels Sprouts 250 g Cook in covered 2 litre dish 5 to 7 Carrots baby 250 y Cook in covered 2 litre dish 6 to 8 a Cauliflower 500 g Cook in covered 2 litre dish 5 to 7 E Corn 1 2 cob 1 2 cob 75 g Cook in covered 2 litre dish 3 to 4 S Corn cobs 250 g Cook in covered 2 litre dish 5 to 7 ES Mixed vegetables 250 g Cook in covered 2 litre dish 5 to 7 S Peas 250 g Cook in covered 2 litre dish 5to7 8 Spinach 250 g Cook in covered 2 litre dish 5to7 Dried Beans and Peas Chart Item Container Amount Approx Time to Boil Hot Water To Cook Beans on MED of Hot Water on HIGH Covered in mins LOW Covered in mins Lentils 250 g 4 litre dish 2 litre 10 to 12 15 to 20 Soup mix 250 g 4 litre dish 2 litre 10 to 12 15 to 20 Split peas 250 g 4 litre dish 2 litre 10 to 12 20 to 25 Beans 250 g 4 litre dish 2 litre 10 to 12 25 to 30 Soaked overnight 70 Vegetables should be covered and cooked on HIGH power for best results Weights given are trimmed weights Vegetable Varieties Fresh Vegetables Chart for Time Cooking Approximate Vegetable Quantity Cooking Procedure
132. oons vanilla essence Method Pour water into a 4 litre casserole dish Cook on HIGH for 2 to 3 minutes Add remining ingredients except vodka and stir well Cook on MEDIUM for 30 to 35 minutes Cool slightly and mix in vodka Pour into an airtight container and stand for 4 days before serving Serve in liqueur glasses Strawberry Liqueur Makes 3 cups Ingredients 500 g sugar 600 ml brandy or whisky 500 y washed and hulled strawberries Method Place sugar and strawberries in a 4 litre dish Stir well Cook on HIGH for 20 minutes Stir halfway through cooking Stir in brandy or whisky Pour into an airtight container Store refrigerated Serve in liqueur glasses or as a tall drink with ice cubes and soda water Rich Chocolate Sauce Gj Makes 2 cups Ingredients 200 g chocolate pieces 300 ml cream Method Place ingredients in a 1 litre jug Cook on HIGH for 2 minutes 30 seconds Whisk well 93 Caramel Sauce R Makes 2 cups Ingredients 1 can 400 g condensed milk 1 4 cup brown sugar 2 tablespoons golden syrup 300 ml cream Method In a 2 litre jug mix all ingredients except cream Cook on HIGH for 3 minutes stirring halfway through the cooking time and cook on MED LOW for 3 minutes Mix well and then stir in cream Serve warm or cold Chocolate Macadamia Nut Sauce Makes 1 cup Ingredients 200 y dark chocolate 1 2 cup cream 1 4 cup macadamia nuts chopped finely Method Place choc
133. opped nuts D Method Grease and line a 20 cm square dish In a 2 litre jug place chocolate pieces and condensed milk Cook on HIGH for 2 minutes Stir Mix in chopped nuts Pour into prepared dish Chill until set cut in aquares 2 5 O D x O O Cakes Muffins and Biscuits Banana and Pecan Muffins Makes Approximately 12 to 15 Ingredients 2 cups self raising flour 1 cup plain flour 1 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda 1 cup brown sugar firmly packed 2 eggs lightly beaten 11 2 cups milk 3 4 cup oil 1 cup mashed over ripe bananas 1 2 cup chopped pecans Method Grease a muffin pan Sift dry ingredients into a bowl stir in sugar then combined eggs milk and oil do not over mix batter should be lumpy Stir in banana and pecans Pour into muffin tins To Cook by Convection Place on Low Rack and cook on 210 C for 18 to 20 minutes Allow to stand before removing from pan Cool on a wire rack Blueberry Muffins R Makes 6 Ingredients 3 cups plain flour 1 2 cup brown sugar 1 2 cup caster sugar 2 eggs 1 cup milk 1 cup melted butter 1 tablespoon baking powder 1 tablespoon cinnamon 300 g blueberries Method Preheat oven to 190 C In a 4 litre dish mix all ingredients Spoon mixture into a greased 6 muffin pan Place on Low Rack and cook on 190 C for 20 minutes 84 Muffins Apricot Pecan Muffins Makes 12 to 15 Ingredients 13 4 cups self raising flour
134. ore draining 5 O D x O S Everyday Basics Vegetable Soup Serves 4 to 6 Ingredients 500 g prepared vegetables of your choice carrots turnips celery etc finely chopped 1 onion chopped 2 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons plain flour 31 2 cups chicken stock salt and pepper 3 tablespoons parsley chopped Method Place vegetables except onion in a 3 litre casserole dish Cover and cook on HIGH for 8 to 10 minutes Set aside Place onion and butter in a 4 cup jug and cook on HIGH for 2 to 3 minutes Add flour to onion mixture and mix well Cook on HIGH for 3 minutes stirring halfway through cooking Add remaining stock and onion mixture to vegetables in casserole dish Cook on HIGH for 12 to 14 minutes Season with salt and pepper and serve sprinkled with chopped parsley Baked Custard Serves 4 to 5 Ingredients 425 ml milk 3 eggs lightly beaten 1 4 cup sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla essence pinch ground nutmeg Method Place milk in a 4 cup glass jug Cook on HIGH for 2 minutes Add eggs sugar and vanilla to milk whisking all the time Strain mixture into a 20 cm round dish sprinkle with nutmeg Cook on MED LOW for 15 to 17 minutes Stand covered for 5 minutes before serving 36 Serves 2 to 4 Ingredients 2 teaspoons 3 tablespoons butter popping corn Method Place all ingredients in a loosely twisted oven bag Place oven bag on an inverted microwave safe plate C
135. ot attempt to deep fat fry in your microwave oven 3 Do not boil eggs in their shell and whole hard boiled eggs unless otherwise stated in recipes Pressure will build up and the eggs will explode 4 Potatoes apples egg yolks whole squash and sausages are examples of foods with nonporous skins This type of food must be pierced before cooking to prevent bursting 5 When heating liquids e g soup sauces and beverages in your microwave oven overheating the liquid beyond boiling point can occur without evidence of bubbling This could result in a sudden boil over of the hot liquid To prevent this possibility the following steps should be taken a Avoid using straight sided containers with narrow necks b Do not overheat c Stir the liquid before placing the container in the oven and again halfway through cooking time d After heating allow to stand in the oven for a short time stirring again before carefully removing the container 6 DO NOT USE A CONVENTIONAL MEAT THERMOMETER IN THE MICROWAVE OVEN To check the degree of cooking of roasts and poultry use a MICROWAVE THERMOMETER Alternatively a conventional meat thermometer may be used after the food is removed from the oven If undercooked return meat or poultry to the oven and cook for a few more minutes at the recommended power level It is important to ensure that meat and poultry are thoroughly cooked 7 COOKING TIMES given in the cookbook section are A
136. overed for 10 minutes Drain and serve Tip Butter and parsley can be mixed through before serving Boiled Brown Rice Serves 3 to 4 Ingredients 1 cup brown rice 3 cups boiling water 1 2 teaspoon salt Method Place all ingredients in a 4 litre dish Cook uncovered on HIGH for 25 to 30 minutes Stand covered for 10 minutes Drain and rinse under hot water 35 Makes 2 cups 500 ml Ingredients 2 tablespoons dripping or pan juices 1 small onion finely chopped 2 tablespoons flour 1 tablespoon tomato paste 11 2 cups beef stock salt and pepper Method Place dripping or pan juices and onion in a 2 cup jug Cook on HIGH for 2 minutes Add flour tomato paste and half of the beef stock Stir well and cook on HIGH for 2 minutes Add remaining stock stir well and cook on HIGH for a further 2 minutes Season with salt and pepper Serve with the meat of your choice Cheese Sauce R Makes 1 cup Ingredients 40g butter 2 tablespoons flour 11 2 cups milk 1 2 cup grated cheese Method Place butter in a one litre jug Set on HIGH for 50 seconds Whisk in flour Whisk in milk Set on HIGH for 2 minutes Stir in cheese Set on HIGH for 2 minutes 2 fe e E Es gt Serves 1 to 2 Q Ingredients Q 125g dried pasta S 4 cups boiling water Q Method Place pasta and water in a 2 to 3 litre casserole dish Cook uncovered on HIGH for 10 to 12 minutes Allow to stand for 3 to 5 minutes bef
137. place into a 3 litre casserole dish Cover and cook on HIGH for 3 to 5 minutes Drain well Crumble in Fetta cheese To Cook by convection Preheat oven to 200 C In a small bowl beat eggs lightly and combine with cream flour nutmeg pepper and garlic Place 4 buttered sheets of filo pastry in base of pie dish Place spinach and cheese into pie dish and pour over egg mixture Fold one sheet of filo in half widthwise and lay over top of spinach mixture Brush with melted butter and repeat method with remaining sheets of filo brushing with butter between each layer of filo Trim off excess filo around edges and press down at the sides of the dish Brush with butter and sprinkle with sesame seeds With a sharp knife cut a diamond pattern in top of filo pastry Place on Low Rack and cook on Convection 200 C for 20 to 25 minutes AY e T Fle 2M EL G Serves 4 to 6 Ingredients 250 g cauliflower cut into small pieces 250 g broccoli cut into small pieces 3 carrots sliced 1 4 cup water 1 2 cup cottage cheese 1 egg 1 2 cup cream 1 2 teaspoon 1 2 teaspoon 1 2 cup lemon pepper seasoned herbs grated tasty cheese Method Place vegetables and water in a 3 litre casserole dish Cover and cook on HIGH for 8 to 10 minutes Drain well Place remaining ingredients except tasty cheese in a bowl and mix well Pour over vegetables Cook on MED HIGH for 12 to 14 minutes Sprinkle with tasty cheese Place on High Rack and
138. ppears in the display window remove plastic wrap or lid At the completion of cooking allow 5 10 minutes standing time Suitable for cooking dried pasta Place pasta and water in a large size dish to prevent from boiling over Use boiling water at the ratio of 125 g pasta 3 cups water 250 g pasta 4 cups water 375 g pasta 6 cups water 400 g pasta 7 cups water 500 g pasta 8 cups water add 1 teaspoon of oil if desired before cooking to prevent the pasta from sticking together Cover with plastic wrap or a fitting lid When the cooking time is displayed remove the cover Stand for 5 10 minutes at the completion of cooking time o Lo D i e gt go e 0 8 FISH 250 g 1 0 kg Suitable for cooking whole fish fish fillets and cutlets Select fish suitable for microwave cooking and place skin side down in a shallow dish Overlap thin ends of fillets to prevent overcooking Cover dish with plastic wrap or a fitting lid Allow larger quantities of fish to stand for 3 to 5 minutes at the completion of cooking For dense pieces of fish slightly extra cooking time should be allowed by pressing MORE pad 9 CASSEROLE 500 g 2 5 kg Select less tender cuts of meat as these will produce the best results Cut meat and vegetables into even sized pieces Place into a suitably sized dish approx 3 4 full Add approximately 1 2 to 1 cup of stock or soup per 500 g meat
139. r with stuffing Top with grated cheese Cook uncovered on HIGH for 3 to 5 minutes Serve sprinkled with paprika Corn on the Cob A Serves 4 Ingredients 4 cobs corn butter salt and pepper 2 tablespoons Method Place corn cobs in a 3 litre casserole dish and dot with butter To Cook by Microwave Cook covered on HIGH for 12 to 14 minutes Stand covered for 5 minutes Season with salt and pepper To Cook by Auto Menu Prepare as above Cover securely Select Vegetables then press L Start Stand 5 minutes before serving Curried Creamy Beans Serves 4 Ingredients 2 cups frozen green beans 2 tablespoons cream cheese 2 tablespoons sour cream 2 spring onions finely sliced 1 2 teaspoon curry powder 1 4 teaspoon salt Method Place beans in a 2 litre casserole dish Cover and cook on HIGH for 4 to 6 minutes Drain and allow to stand covered Mix remaining ingredients in a jug or a small bowl Pour over beans and mix well Cook on HIGH for 30 to 60 seconds Serve hot 76 Minted Peas A Serves 4 Ingredients 1 kg fresh peas shelled 1 teaspoon water 1 teaspoon butter 1 tablespoon chopped mint salt and pepper Method Combine all ingredients in a 1 litre casserole dish To Cook by Microwave Cover and cook on HIGH for 6 to 8 minutes Stir and serve Tip Frozen Peas can be substituted for fresh 250 g of frozen peas will take 5 to 7 minutes on HIGH To C
140. r if vegetables appear slightly dehydrated or a softer texture is desired e Do not add salt before cooking e At the completion of cooking stir larger quantities and allow to stand for 2 to 3 minutes 3 ROOT VEGETABLES 125 g 1 0 kg e Vegetables should be trimmed prepared and cut into even sized pieces e Add 1 tablespoon to 1 4 cup of water if vegetables appear sightly dehydrated or a softer texture is desired e Place in a suitably sized dish and cover dish with plastic wrap or a fitting lid e f desired butter herbs etc may be added but do not add salt until the completion of cooking FROZEN VEGETABLES 125 g 1 0 kg See above 2 and 3 A FRUIT 125 g 2 0 kg The addition of water and sugar is optional as most fruit will yield juice as it cooks If liquid is required to produce a softer result add approximately 1 4 cup per 250 g e A sugar syrup may be made by combining 1 4 cup of caster sugar with 1 2 cup of water and cooking on HIGH for 2 to 3 minutes stirring once to dissolve e Place prepared fruit to be cooked in an appropriately sized dish and cover with plastic wrap or a fitting lid eo 23 6 RICE 1 2 cup 3 cup 7 PASTA 125 g 500 g Use a larger sized dish to prevent rice from boiling over Use cold water at a ratio of 1 2 cup rice 1 cup water 1 cup rice 1 2 cups water 2 cup rice 3 cups water Cover with plastic wrap or a fitting lid When the cooking time a
141. re check by conducting a microwave dish test Several types of glassware and dinnerware are not recommended for use in the Microwave Oven Do not use dishes with metallic trim or containers with metal parts Do not use cups or mugs with glued on handles as they may fall off with continued heating Do not use delicate glassware Although the glassware may be transparent to microwave energy the heat from the food may cause the glassware to crack S e it Q i e y a Cookware and Utensil Guide Plastics Plastic dishes cups and some freezer containers should be used with care in a microwave oven Choose plastic containers carefully as some plastic containers may become soft melt and scorch The majority of plastic dishes even those designed for use in the microwave oven are not suitable for cooking foods with high fat or sugar content or for lengthy cooking time Most microwave plastic dishes should not be used for longer than 3 to 5 minutes on HIGH power These dishes although not suitable for extended cooking may be successfully used for defrosting or for use on lower power levels Cooking Bags designed to withstand boiling freezing or conventional heating are microwave safe Prepare bags according to manufacturers directions When cooking by microwave DO NOT use wire twist ties to close bag They can act as an antenna and cause arcing sparks DO NOT COOK IN PLASTIC FOOD STORAGE B
142. re casserole dish Cook on HIGH for 8 to 10 minutes stirring twice during cooking Add sugar stir until dissolved cook on HIGH for a further 10 to 15 minutes stirring every 5 minutes Pour into sterilised jars seal when cold 95 Jam Orange Marmalade Makes 3 cups Ingredients 700g oranges 1 lemon water 3 cups sugar warmed Method Wash fruit Cut fruit in half reserve seeds squeeze juice from fruit and set aside Remove rind from fruit being careful not to include white pith Cut rind into fine strips Set aside Pour fruit juice into a 4 cup jug Add enough water to make 3 cups of liquid Add seeds Cover and cook on HIGH for 20 minutes Strain Add sugar to mixture and rind mix well and cook on HIGH for a further 30 minutes or until marmalade has set Pour into clean sterilised jars Seal Tip To warm sugar Place sugar in a 2 litre casserole dish and cook on HIGH for 1 to 11 2 minutes e fe e zx gt Q 4 Q 4 5 O D x O S Micro Made Extras Peach Butter Makes 2 cups Ingredients 1 can 425 g peaches drained 1 teaspoon grated lemon rind 1 4 cup lemon juice 90 y butter 3 eggs 3 4 cup caster sugar Method In a blender or food processor place peaches lemon rind and juice process until smooth lace eggs in a 3 litre casserole dish whisk with an egg whisk until well combined add remaining ingredients cook on HIGH for 6 to 8
143. re with an earthing plug The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and earthed WARNING Improper use of the earthing plug can result in a risk of electric shock Installation and Earthing Instructions Placement of Oven 1 The oven must be placed on a flat stable surface more than 85 cm above the floor For correct operation the oven must have sufficient air flow Allow 15 cm of space on the top of the oven 10 cm at back and 5 cm on both sides If one side of the oven is placed flush to a wall the other side or top must not be blocked a Do not block air vents If they are blocked during operation the oven may overheat If the oven overheats a thermal safety device will turn the oven off The oven will remain inoperable until it has cooled b Do not place oven near a hot or damp surface such as a gas stove electric range or sink etc c Do not operate oven when room humidity is too high 2 The surfaces of top back and left side of the oven become hot during operation Do not allow the mains cable to come in contact with the surface of the oven 3 This oven was manufactured for household use only 4 This oven may be built into a wall cabinet if desired Trim kits may be purchased from a local Panasonic dealer See page 97 for technical specifications Circuit Your microwave oven should be operated on a separate 10 A circuit from other appliances Failure to do this may cause t
144. red 6 cup pudding dish Place on Low Rack and cook on 200 C for 20 to 22 minutes Dust top with icing sugar Serve immediately 91 Baked Alaska Surprise Pavlova Serves 8 to 10 Ingredients 4 egg whites pinch of salt 11 4 cups caster sugar 2 teaspoons vinegar 9 2 tablespoons cornflour le Topping 2 300 ml cream 5 1 punnet strawberries Q hulled and cut in half O 2 passionfruit c Q Method o To Cook by Convection Preheat oven to 140 C Grease and line a baking tray Dust with 1 tablespoon cornflour Beat egg whites and salt until stiff Gradually add sugar and continue beating until white and glossy and sugar has dissolved Fold vinegar and remaining cornflour into egg mixture Pile mixture high on a baking tray Place on Low Rack and cook on 140 C for 60 to 70 minutes Allow to cool Filling Beat cream until thick Spread cream over pavlova and decorate with strawberries and passionfruit 5 O D X O 8 Slices Desserts and Pastries Lemon Meringue Pie Serves 4 to 6 Ingredients Pastry 1 cup plain flour 2 tablespoons caster sugar 759 butter 1 egg yolk 2 teaspoons milk Filling 21 2 tablespoons cornflour 1 2 cup caster sugar 150 ml water juice and grated rind of 2 lemons 3 eggs separated 1 3 cup caster sugar extra Method Pastry Stir flour and sugar together in a bowl Rub in butter until mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs Add
145. rinade as above Preheat oven on Grill 1 Arrange chicken wings on High Rack and brush with marinade Cook on Grill 1 for 20 to 22 minutes Turning over halfway through grilling and rebrushing with marinade Roast Honey Duck Orange Sauce Serves 4 to 6 Ingredients 1 5 kg duck 3 tablespoons honey 1 tablespoon orange liqueur 1 tablespoon vinegar Ingredients 2 oranges juiced rind of 1 orange 1 4 cup water 1 tablespoon brown sugar 1 tablespoon vinegar 1 tablespoon orange liqueur Method Clean and pat dry duck with paper towel Pierce skin at 2 cm intervals with a fork Place duck onto a rack into a 2 litre casserole dish Place on Low Rack and cook on Combination 6 for 30 to 40 minutes Brush the combined honey liqueur and vinegar over the duck and cook further for 10 minutes or until duck is golden brown Stand while preparing sauce Sauce Place all ingredients except rind vinegar and liqueur in a 2 cup jug Cook on HIGH for 11 2 to 2 minutes Add vinegar and liqueur and cook on HIGH for a further 30 seconds Pour sauce over duck sprinkle with rind and serve 56 Plum Glazed Quails Serves 2 to 4 Ingredients 4 quails 1 2 cup cooked long grain rice 1 tablespoon 1 tablespoon 2 tablespoons chopped spring onions finely chopped basil chopped shelled pistachio nuts pinch thyme pinch cayenne pepper minced ginger milk plum jam Hoi sin sauce satsuma plums drained and seeds removed red
146. rooms 1 tablespoon cornflour 1 2 cup hot beef stock 1 2 cup sour ream 1 tablespoon chopped parsley Method Place butter onion meat sauces and mushrooms into a 3 litre dish Cook on MED HIGH for 8 to 10 minutes Combine stock and cornflour in a small bowl then add to meat mixture Stir well Cook on MED HIGH for a further 3 to 5 minutes Add sour cream and parsley Stir and cook on MED HIGH for 2 minutes Serve with egg noodles or rice Apricot Meatloaf Serves 4 to 6 Ingredients 500 g 1 1 can 425 g 1 2 11 2 cups 2 tablespoons 2 tablespoons 1 1 4 cup 1 2 tablespoons Method minced beef onion finely chopped apricot halves drained and diced green capsicum pepper finely chopped soft breadcrumbs fruit chutney chopped parsley beef stock cube crumbled ground black pepper milk egg apricot jam Combine all ingredients except jam in a large bowl mix well Place into a lightly greased 12 cm x 20 cm loaf dish Cook on MED HIGH for 20 to 25 minutes Spread with jam while meatloaf is still warm Chinese Beef and Vegetables R Serves 4 to 6 Ingredients 400 g 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon 1 tablespoon 2 tablespoons 1 4 cup 3 cups Method rump steak sliced chopped ginger chopped garlic soy sauce Hoi Sin sauce beef stock sliced vegetables of your choice e g snow peas broccoli capsicum Place rump steak ginger and garlic in a 3 litre dish Cook on HIGH for 1
147. s Cook on HIGH for time recommended in chart Allow For special rice substitute beef or chicken stock for to stand covered before serving water Add cooked onion mushrooms or crumbled bacon before serving Directions for Cooking Pasta by Microwave Follow directions in the chart on page 78 for recommended dish size amount of water and cooking time Boil water with 1 teaspoon salt and 1 tablespoon oil Add pasta and cook for times recommended in the chart Cook on HIGH Test pasta for desired cooking before adding more time Slightly under cook pasta that will be heated again in casserole Stir and let stand uncovered for 5 minutes Drain and rinse before serving Directions for Cooking Hot Cereal by Microwave Combine 4 cup of quick cooking oats pinch salt and 2 3 cups hot tap water in a breakfast bowl e fe e zx gt Q 3 Q 4 Cook on HIGH for 1 to 2 minutes stirring halfway Let stand 1 to 2 minutes before serving Top as through cooking desired with sugar or spices 77 Rice Pasta and Cereal Directions for Cooking Rice and Other Grains by Microwave Approx Time to Item Container Amount Cook Grain on Standing Time of Cold Water HIGH Uncovered in minutes in minutes RICE Brown 1 cup 4 litre dish 2 cups 22 to 25 10 Long Grain 1 cup 3 litre dish 112 cups 10 to 12 Short Grain 1 cup 3 litre dish 11 2 cups
148. s 1 2 cup of the chicken stock onion paprika and salt and pepper Cook on HIGH for 10 minutes Blend flour with remaining stock Stir into veal with tomato paste and cook on HIGH for 2 to 3 minutes Blend in sour cream Serve To Cook by Combination Prepare as above Cook on Combination 1 for 35 to 40 minutes Blend flour with remaining stock Stir into veal with tomato paste and cook on HIGH for 2 to 3 minutes Blend in sour cream Serve Italian Sausage and Pepper Casserole Serves 4 Ingredients 4 cups water 11 2 cups elbow macaroni 500 g Italian sausages or chipolatas 2 large onions diced 2 green capsicums pepper diced 1 can 425 g tomato pur e 1 2 teaspoon salt 1 2 teaspoon pepper 1 teaspoon Italian herbs 1 3 cup Parmesan cheese Method Place water in a 4 litre casserole dish Cover and cook on HIGH for 10 minutes Add macaroni cover and cook on HIGH for 8 to 10 minutes Stand covered for 5 minutes Drain Place sausages in a 3 litre casserole dish Cover and cook on HIGH for 4 to 6 minutes Drain slice into 3 cm pieces Set aside Place onion and capsicum pepper in casserole dish Cover and cook on HIGH for 4 to 6 minutes Stir in macaroni sliced sausages tomato pur e salt and pepper herbs and half the Parmesan cheese Cover and cook on Combination 1 for 20 minutes Remove lid stir sprinkle over remaining Parmesan cheese Cook as above for a further 15 minutes 69 Crispy Spinach Stuffed
149. s Set aside Place butter in a 4 cup glass jug and cook on HIGH for 1 minute Add onion and garlic to jug and cook on HIGH for 1 to 2 minutes Add flour and stir Gradually add stock and blend to a smooth paste Cook on HIGH for 2 to 3 minutes Add mustard and cream Stir well Pour sauce over chicken and potato mixture Sprinkle with cheese and paprika Cook on MED HIGH for 4 to 6 minutes Serve with vegetables Italian Chicken Casserole A Serves 4 to 6 Ingredients 1 tablespoon oil 1 clove garlic crushed 6 chicken pieces 250 g baby onions or 4 small peeled and left whole 1 can 425 g tomatoes 1 4 cup tomato paste 1 2 teaspoon marjoram 1 2 teaspoon oregano 1009 button mushrooms 20 black olives 2 tablespoons chopped parsley salt and pepper Method Place all ingredients into a 3 litre casserole dish and mix well Cover To Cook by Combination Cook on Combination 5 for 45 to 50 minutes Stir halfway through cooking To Cook by Auto Menu Prepare as above and cover with a lid Select Casserole then press Start 53 Tarragon Chicken and Mushrooms Serves 6 to 8 Ingredients 1kg chicken pieces 1 onion sliced 1 2 teaspoon dried tarragon leaves salt and peper 1509 mushrooms finely sliced 1 can 440 g cream of mushroom soup 1 2 cup sour cream Method Place chicken and onion in a 4 litre casserole dish Cook on MEDIUM for 25 to 30 minutes Drain away any excess fa
150. s on Low Rack Program Grill 1 for 10 minutes It is not necessary to preheat 4 Roasts weighing above or below the recommended weights should be cooked by manual combination see page 20 24 To Reheat Cook by Sensor Reheat Auto Menu 10 BEEF RARE 11 BEEF MEDIUM 750 g 3 0 kg e Select roasts that are even in shape if not tie roasts with string to aid with even cooking e Place the beef fat side down on Low Rack with a shallow dish underneath to collect drips e Turn the beef approximately halfway through cooking time e Atthe completion of cooking wrap in aluminium foil and allow to stand for 10 15 minutes before carving 12 BEEF MEDIUM AND BAKED VEGETABLES 750 g 3 0 kg meat only e Select roasts that are even in shape if not tie roasts with string to aid in even cooking e Place beef fat side up on Low Rack with a shallow dish underneath to collect the drips e Cut vegetables into even sized pieces e For roasts weighing more than 1 1 kg position potatoes around the outside of the rack Brush with melted butter or oil and softer vegetables such as pumpkin and sweet potato after 1 3 of the cooking time is complete e There is no need to turn the meat or vegetables during the cook time Vegetables may require basting halfway through the cooking time e At the completion of the cooking time wrap the beef in aluminium foil and allow to stand for 10 15 minutes before carving 13 LAMB 750 g
151. s until well combined and pour into the biscuit base Place on Low Rack and cook on 160 C for 55 to 60 minutes Refrigerate until cold before slicing If desired decorate with whipped cream drained canned apricot halves and roughly chopped pecans Zesty Cheesecake Serves 6 to 8 Ingredients 250 g sweet biscuits finely crushed 1259 butter Filling 250 g cream cheese 400 y sweetened condensed milk 3 teaspoons lemon or lime rind 1 3 cup lemon or lime juice 1 teaspoon gelatin 1 tablespoon water Method Base Place butter in a 2 litre bowl and cook on HIGH for 1 minute add biscuit crumbs Press mixture evenly over base and sides of a lightly greased spring form tin Refrigerate while preparing filling Filling Beat cream cheese in a small bowl with electric mixer until smooth add condensed milk rind and juice beat until smooth Place water in a 1 cup jug sprinkle gelatin over water and cook on MED HIGH for 30 seconds add and mix into lemon mixture Pour into base and refrigerate until set Garnish with strawberries and cream Honeycomb Cheesecake Serves 6 to 8 Ingredients 250 y packet honey snap biscuits crushed 1259 butter 3 teaspoons gelatin 1 4 cup water 3759 cream cheese 1 2 cup caster sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla essence 300 ml thickened cream 3 chocolate coated honeycomb bars crushed Method Place butter in a 2 litre bowl and cook on HIGH for 1 minute Add biscuit crumbs mix we
152. ses interference with my TV 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 dryer etc It does not indicate a problem with your oven Steam accumulates on the oven door and warm air comes from the oven vents During cooking steam and warm air are given off from the food Most of the steam and warm air are removed from the oven by the air which circulates in the oven cavity However some steam will condense on cooler surfaces such as the oven door This is normal accidentally ran my microwave oven without any food in it Running the oven empty for a short time will not damage the oven However we do not recommend this to be done There are humming and clicking noises from my oven when I cook by Combination These noises occur as the oven automatically switches from microwave power to Convection Grill to create the Combination setting This is normal The oven has an odour and generates smoke when using the Convection Combination and Grill function It is essential that your oven is wiped out regularly particularly after cooking Any fat and grease that builds up on the roof and walls of the oven will begin to smoke if not cleaned y PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Th
153. shellfish Break apart stewing meat chicken pieces and minced meat Separate chops and hamburger patties Remove defrosted minced meat stewing meat poultry pieces or prawns etc Shield thin ends fat bones of roasts or poultry legs and wings with foil 3 After defrosting Large roasts may still be icy in the centre Allow to stand 15 to 30 minutes in refrigerator to completely defrost Start C e Press e Set time Defrosting Chart by setting time Food Approx Time Instruction MEAT per 500 y Beef minced beef 8 11 Turn meat over two or three times during defrosting roast topside 12 15 beef tenderloin 12 15 Halfway through the defrost cycle break apart minced beef chuck or rump 10 13 separate chops and remove meat that is defrosted sirloin rolled 11 14 steak 8 10 Shield edges and unevenly shaped ends of roasts halfway miscellaneous 8 12 through the defrost cycle Pork Lamb roast 9 12 Large roasts may still be icy in the centre Allow to stand chops 8 11 ribs 8 12 POULTRY Turn poultry over two to four times during defrosting Chicken Halfway through the defrost cycle shield end of drumstick whole e 12 wings breast bones and ends of poultry with foil pieces 8 11 fillets 8 10 Break apart chicken pieces and remove small pieces such as Duck 10 12 wings that may defrost before larger pieces Turkey 10 13 Rinse poultry under cold water to remove ice crystals Allow to stand for 5 t
154. shielded Loosely cover baking dish with wax paper or paper towel to prevent splatter If a large amount of juice accumulates in the bottom of the dish drain occasionally If desired reserve for making gravy Multiply the weight of the roast by the minimum recommended times per 500 g Programme Power and Time 59 After heating check temperature using a meat thermometer The thermometer should not touch bone or fat If it does the reading could be inaccurate Lower temperatures are found in the centre of the roast and in the muscle close to a large bone such as a pork loin centre rib roast If the temperatures are low return meat to the oven and cook a few more minutes at the recommended power level DO NOT USE A CONVENTIONAL MEAT THERMOMETER IN THE MICROWAVE OVEN Let stand covered with foil 10 to 15 minutes During standing time the internal temperature equalises and the temperature rises 5 to 10 C Half hams should be shielded by wrapping an 8 cm wide strip of foil around the large end of the ham Secure to the body of the ham with wooden toothpicks Fold 3 cm over cut surface For shank ham halves shield shank bone by cupping it with foil One third of the way through cooking remove ham from oven and cut off skin Turn fat side up and reshield edges If desired glaze last 10 to 20 minutes of cooking e fe o zx gt Q 3 Q p Canned hams should be shielded on
155. small onion finely chopped 2 rashers bacon rind removed and bacon finely chopped 1 tablespoon parsley finely chopped 1 teaspoon mixed herbs 11 2 cups cooked rice 1 egg salt and pepper Method Clean and pat dry chicken with paper towel Brush chicken with melted butter Season chicken Set aside To prepare stuffing melt butter in a 1 litre casserole dish on HIGH for 30 seconds Add onion and bacon and cook on HIGH for 2 minutes Add all remaining ingredients and mix well Place stuffing into chicken Secure opening with tooth picks Tie legs together with string Place chicken breast side down on Low Rack To Cook by Combination Prepare stuffing as above Cook on Combination 5 for 40 to 55 minutes To Cook by Auto Menu Prepare stuffing as above Select Chicken enter the weight then press Start e fe e zx gt Q 4 Q p 2 5 O D X O 8 Poultry Chinese Chicken Wings G Makes 16 Ingredients 1kg chicken wings 1 2 cup bottled teriyaki sauce 2 tablespoons tomato sauce 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 1 clove garlic crushed 2 tablespoons honey Method Place chicken wings in a 3 litre dish Add all remaining ingredients Stir well Cover and leave to marinate over night To Cook by Microwave Remove marinade and cook on MED HIGH for 20 to 25 minutes Stir halfway through cooking To Cook by Grill Prepare chicken wings and ma
156. some metal can be helpful when used correctly Aluminium foil can be used safely if certain guidelines are followed to prevent overcooking Small pieces of foil are used to cover areas such as chicken wings tips of roasts or other thin parts that cook before the rest of the recipe is finished Make sure foil is attached securely and doesn t touch sides of oven otherwise arcing may occur Foil lined containers either cardboard or plastic should NOT be used in the microwave oven as arcing could occur Metal twist ties either paper or plastic coated should NOT be used on Microwave or Combination Frozen dinner trays can be used on Microwave if the container is no deeper than 2 cm and is filled with food They may be used on Convection Metal skewers can not be used on Microwave as arcing may occur Wooden skewers are readily available and give the same result Shells Scalloped baking shells are best used during reheating and for short periods of cooking time only Thermometers are available for use in microwave ovens DO NOT USE CONVENTIONAL MERCURY TYPE CANDY OR MEAT THERMOMETERS in food while cooking in the microwave oven or on Combination Jars and Bottles Jars and Bottles can be used to warm food to serving temperature if the lid is removed first Cooking should not be done in these containers since most are not heat resistant and during extended heating times heat from food would cause cracking or breaking Straw
157. stir prawns or scallops Directions for Cooking Fish by Auto Menu Sensor Cook Clean and prepare fish Place in a single layer ina shallow dish Cover with a lid or plastic film Select Fish and press Start There is no need to select power level or time as this is a fully automatic programme Refer to page 23 and follow directions in recipes Fish and Shellfish Chart for Microwave Cooking by Time Fish or Shellfish Amount Power a e Time Fish Fillets 500 g MEDIUM 4 to 6 Scallops sea 500 g MEDIUM 4to6 Prawns medium size shelled and cleaned 500 g MEDIUM 3to5 Whole Fish stuffed or unstuffed 500 g to 900 g MEDIUM 6 to 8 Salmon Mornay G Serves 2 Ingredients 40g butter 1 onion diced 1 4 cup flour 1 teaspoon dried or 1 tablespoon fresh parsley pepper 1 2 teaspoon prepared mustard 1 2 cup milk 1 can 440 g salmon 3 4 cup fresh breadcrumbs 1 3 cup grated cheese Method Place butter and onion in a 4 cup jug Cook on HIGH for 1 minute Add flour and cook on HIGH for 1 minute Add parsley pepper mustard and gradually blend in milk Cook on HIGH for 3 to 4 minutes stir halfway through cooking Lightly mix through salmon and liquid into sauce Pour into a serving dish and top with breadcrumbs and cheese Place on Low Rack and cook on Grill 1 for 5 to 10 minutes 45 Sweet Scallop Stir Fry Serves 2 to 4 Ingredients 1 tablespoon oil
158. t Season with tarragon and salt and pepper Add mushrooms Cook on MEDIUM for 3 to 4 minutes Blend together soup and sour cream Spoon over chicken Cover and cook on MEDIUM for 12 to 15 minutes Remove chicken to a serving platter Stir sauce and spoon over chicken Serve with rice or vegetables To Cook by Combination Place all ingredients in a 4 litre casserole except mushrooms and sour cream Cover with lid Cook on Combination 5 for 30 minutes Stir in mushrooms and sour cream cover and continue to cook on Combination 5 for a further 15 to 20 minutes Stir and serve Coq au Vin A Serves 4 to 6 Ingredients 8 to 12 pickling onions 4 slices streaky bacon rinds removed bacon chopped 1kg chicken pieces 125g button mushrooms washed and dried 2 3 4 cup hot chicken stock o 1 4 cup red wine 2 cloves garlic crushed 20g butter cut into pieces a 1 teaspoon mixed herbs freshly ground black pepper Method Q Place onion and bacon into a 3 litre casserole dish and cook on HIGH for 2 to 3 minutes Add remaining ingredients and combine well To Cook by Combination Cover and cook on Combination 5 for 30 to 35 minutes Remove lid stir and rearrange chicken pieces Continue to cook on Combination 5 for 15 to 20 minutes Stand 10 minutes before serving To Cook by Auto Menu Prepare as above and cover Select then press Start Casserole 5 O D X O O
159. t only Select roasts that are uniform in shape as this will produce the most evenly cooked result Place crackling side up on Low Rack with a large shallow dish underneath to collect the drips For crispy crackling score rind brush with oil and sprinkle with salt Prepare vegetables and cut into even sized pieces For roasts weighing more over 1 2 kg place potatoes around the outside of the rack Brush with melted butter or oil Add softer vegetables such as pumpkin and sweet potato after 1 3 of the cooking There in no need to turn the meat or vegetables during the cook time Potato may require additional basting halfway through cooking time o Lo D i e gt Ro T m e 17 CHICKEN 750 g 3 0 kg To keep chicken in shape during cooking truss or tie the legs of the bird together Place the chicken breast side up on Low Rack with a shallow dish underneath to collect the drips If desired brush the chicken with oil or melted butter and sprinkle with herbs There is no need to turn the chicken during the cooking time If desired baste the chicken halfway through cooking At the completion of cooking wrap the chicken in aluminium foil and allow to stand for 10 15 minutes before carving 2 A as o c O Ta i o Q Oo To Cook by 18 CHICKEN AND BAKED VEGETABLES 750 g 3 0 kg meat only e To keep poultry in shape during cooking truss or tie the legs o
160. te DO NOT USE A CONVENTIONAL OR MICROWAVE THERMOMETER IN THE OVEN WHEN COOKING BY COMBINATION If poultry is undercooked cook a few more minutes at the recommended Combination Setting 9 Auto Menu Combination Cooking Q Poultry Combination Cooking Cooking Directions 5 Setting Time Q Chicken Chicken Combination 6 15 min 500 g Place on Low Rack baste G up to 2 8 kg halfway through cooking Chicken Combination 6 Approx 3 Suitable for pieces alone or O Pieces conventional casseroles 1 to 1 5 kg cooking time Follow recipe instructions Turkey Chicken Combination 5 15 min 500 g Place on Low Rack baste 2 to 6 kg up to 3 kg halfway through cooking Duck Chicken Combination 5 15 to 18 min Pierce skin at 2 cm intervals 1 5 to 2 5 kg 500 g Place on Low Rack baste halfway through cooking 51 Poultry Directions for Cooking Poultry Pieces by Microwave Arrange pieces skin side up and evenly spread in a Cover with wax paper or paper towel Multiply the shallow dish weight by the minimum time recommended in the chart Poultry Chart for Microwave Cooking by Time Poultry Power Temperature After Approx Cooking Time Cooking minutes per 500 g Chicken MED HIGH 87 C 10 to 15 up to 2 8 kg Chicken MED HIGH 87 C 6 to 8 Pieces Turkey MED HIGH 87 C 10 to 15 Duck MED HIGH 87 C
161. teaspoon whole grain mustard 2 tablespoons chopped parsley 1 teaspoon cracked black peppercorns 1kg chicken wings Method Combine first six ingredients Place chicken in a flat dish and pour over remaining combined ingredients Marinate over night or for at least three hours Preheat oven on Grill 1 Arrange marinated chicken on High Rack Cook on Grill 1 for 22 to 24 minutes turning once during cooking Makes 2 cups Ingredients 2 rashers bacon rind removed and bacon chopped 1 small onion finely chopped 1 clove garlic crushed 125g butter 375g chicken livers trimmed and cut in half 1 2 teaspoon pepper 2 tablespoons brandy 2 tablespoons sour cream Method Place bacon onion garlic and butter into a 1 litre casserole dish Cook on HIGH for 4 to 5 minutes Add chicken livers and pepper to mixture Cover and cook on MEDIUM for 6 to 7 minutes stirring halfway through cooking Set aside and allow to cool Place cooled mixture in a blender or food processor Add brandy and sour cream and process until smooth Pour into a 2 cup mould and refrigerate until set Soups Snacks Spinach and Filo Pie Serves 4 to 6 Ingredients 1 bunch spinach 250 g Fetta cheese 4 eggs 1 cup cream 1 tablespoon flour 1 2 teaspoon nutmeg ground black pepper 1 clove garlic crushed 8 sheets filo pastry 40g butter melted 2 teaspoons sesame seeds Method Wash spinach and remove leaves from stalks Cut leaves finely and
162. the operation guide can be turned off To turn off 2 Display 0 Timer ODEDOTIN mine HER Colon or time of day PI tot O gt HERHIION BLU UHF appears on the screen e Press 3 times To turn on Display Timer O OPERAT PIN e Press 3 times To Use Child Safety Lock This feature allows you to prevent operation of the oven by a young child however the door will open You can set Child Lock when colon or time of day is displayed Colon or time of day appears on the screen Ey z il Y To Set Display Colon or time of day Start is displayed E O gt e Press 3 times To Cancel Display Stop Reset Colon or time of day gt will reappear e Press 3 times 13 Use of Accessory Ceramic Tray 1 Select Micro Power Turbo Defrost Combination To Reheat Defrost Cook by Micro Power and Time e Micro Grill Convection 2Level Conv 2 A Set E Pouce Cookin z BEERE oo o deca oo ore Time c GRILL a o HIGH up to 30 minutes Auto Menu Temp MenuSelect Sensor Reheat Others up to 1 hour 30 minutes e Time can be entered 10 e second intervals up to 5 mins then 1 min intervals ee 3 Press Cooking will start The time in the display window will count down Two Three stage cooking 6 Repeat steps 1 and 2 above Recipe Prompting More then press Start the oven will beep twice between stages e g Casseroles HIG
163. the right selection How to Test a Container for Safe Microwave Oven Use Fill a 1 cup glass measure with water and place it in the microwave oven along with the container to be tested heat one minute on HIGH If the container is microwave oven safe it should remain comfortably cool and the water should be hot If the container becomes very hot it has absorbed some microwave energy and should not be used This test cannot be used for plastic containers Paper Products and Freezer Wrap Waxed paper paper plates cups and napkins should not be used for heating or cooking food by Convection Combination and Grill Freezer wrap should not be used as it is not heat resistant and may melt Paper towels greaseproof paper and bake paper may be safely used for short periods of time for covering or lining Utensil Guide Glass Ceramic and China Heat Resistant glass cookware is invaluable in microwave cooking Many of these items are readily available in most homes glass jugs mixing bowls loaf dishes covered casseroles oblong baking dishes pie plates and round or square cake dishes Examples of this type of cookware are Pyrex and Corningware Dinnerware can be used for microwave heating Many brands of dinnerware are microwave safe Check the care information for reference to microwave use for dinnerware and serving pieces If dinnerware is marked ovenproof it frequently is safe to use in the microwave oven However to be su
164. to 2 tablespoons of the filling over the top of each fish fillet Fold sides of pastry to centre and press firmly together Brush with egg yolk and sprinkle with sesame seeds Make several slits in pastry and place on a lightly greased baking tray Place on Low Rack and cook on 220 C for 15 to 20 minutes Barbecue Fish Skewers G Makes 24 skewers Ingredients 1 kg firm white fish fillets cut into long thin strips melted butter for brushing Marinade 1 4 cup lemon juice 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 spring onions chopped 1 tablespoon finely chopped dill black pepper Method Place fish in a large mixing bowl Mix all marinade ingredients until well combined Pour marinade over fish and chill for 2 hours only Preheat oven on Grill 1 Thread fish onto skewers similar to a snake shape Brush High Rack with melted butter Place skewers on High Rack Cook on Grill 1 for 8 to 12 minutes turning halfway through cooking Serve with coconut rice Tip Half freeze fish before slicing so finer strips may be cut e fe e zx gt Q 3 Q p 2 5 O D X O S Fish and Shellfish Oysters Kilpatrick G Serves 2 Ingredients 12 2 teaspoons 2 teaspoons oysters in shell opened lemon juice Worcestershire sauce salt and pepper 60 g bacon finely chopped Method Preheat oven on Grill 2 Place oysters in shell on a heatproof serving plate Sprinkle each oyster with lemon juice and sauc
165. tter 1 cup water 1 4 cup sultanas 1 4 cup raisins 1 2 cup vinegar 1 2 cup sugar 1 2 cup peanuts 1 4 cup chutney optional Method Combine all marinade ingredients in a bowl with chicken meat and marinate for at least 2 to 3 hours Combine all sauce ingredients in a 6 cup jug and cook on HIGH for 8 to 10 minutes stirring halfway through cooking Pur e sauce in a blender or food processor Set aside Preheat oven on Grill 1 Thread bamboo skewers onto chicken meat and place on High Rack Cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until cooked turning once during cooking Serve with satay sauce Q Tip To reheat sauce Cook on HIGH for 1 to 2 minutes ro x Soy Chicken and Vegetables Gj 2 Serves 4 O Ingredients S 1 tablespoon cornflour Q 1 3 cup oyster sauce 1 4 cup sherry 2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 teaspoons minced ginger 500 g chicken fillets sliced 2 cups sliced vegetables Method In a 3 litre dish mix cornflour soy sauce water and ginger Cook on HIGH for 2 minutes Add chicken fillets and mix to coat with sauce Cook on MED HIGH for 5 to 7 minutes stirring halfway through cooking Mix in sliced vegetables Cook on HIGH for 3 minutes Stir and cook for a further 2 minutes on HIGH 5 O D x O S Poultry Chicken Wings in Lemon Sauce Florentine Chicken G Serves 4 Ingredients 1 4 cup grated carrot 1 4 cup pine nuts 1009 spinach cooked drained and chopped finely
166. used in microwave cooking also determines the standing time For example when using a lower power level the standing time is shorter because of a lower concentration of heat in the food Foods should always be kept covered while standing in order to retain the heat If a longer standing time is required while you cook another food to serve with the first for instance cover with aluminium foil Converting Your Favourite Conventional Recipes for Microwave Cooking When adapting conventional recipes for microwave cooking reduce the conventional cooking time to one quarter or a third e g A chicken which takes 1 hour to cook in a moderate oven will take 15 to 20 minutes on a medium power in your microwave oven Use similar microwave recipes to help you adapt conventional recipes Remember it is always best to undercook a recipe and then add an extra minute or two to finish it off Here are some other tips that may help e Reduce liquids in a conventional recipe by one half to two thirds e g 1 cup should be reduced to 1 2 cup e Add more thickening such as flour or cornflour to sauces and gravies if you do not reduce the liquid e Reduce seasonings slightly in a recipe where ingredients do not have time to simmer by microwave e Do not salt meats poultry or vegetables before cooking otherwise they will toughen and dry out e If one ingredient takes longer to cook than the others precook it in the microwave oven first
167. ush fish and shellfish with melted butter margarine or oil before and during cooking Basting helps prevent the fish and shellfish from drying out Place fish or shellfish on preheated High Rack Cook for the times recommended in chart Wbhole fish and fish steaks should be carefully turned over halfway through cooking time If desired turn thick fish fillets over halfway through cooking To test for desired cooking the flesh of fish should easily flake Seafood should be opaque Brush with melted butter Carefully turn whole fish and steaks over halfway through cooking Fish and Shellfish Grilling Chart Food Grilling Setting Approximate Cooking Time in min FISH Fillets 1 cm thick Grill 1 6 to 8 11 2 cm thick Grill 1 8 to 10 Steaks Cutlets 2 cm thick Grill 1 14 to 16 WHOLE FISH 250 g to 375g Grill 2 10 to 12 500 g Grill 2 14 to 16 SHELLFISH Lobster Tails 250 g to 300 g Grill 2 12to 14 Scallops 4to6 Sea Scallops 500 g Grill 1 Prawns 500 g Grill 2 6 to 8 44 Fish and Shellfish Directions for Cooking Fish and Shellfish by Microwave Clean fish before starting the recipe Arrange fish in a single layer do not overlap edges Prawns and scallops should be placed in a single layer To Cook by Time Cover dish with plastic wrap Cook on the power level and for the minimum time recommended in the chart below Halfway through cooking rearrange or
168. ushed 4 cups boiling chicken stock 2 cups coarsely chopped cooked chicken Ya cup grated fresh parmesan cheese Ya cup cream ground black pepper extra coarsely grated parmesan cheese Method Place asparagus into a 2 litre dish and cook on HIGH for 1 minute Set aside Place oil rice and garlic in a large microwave safe bowl Cook covered on HIGH for 1 minute Add 2 cups of boiling chicken stock cook on HIGH for 5 minutes Stir twice during cooking Add remaining chicken stock and cook on HIGH for another 5 minutes Add remaining ingredients along with asparagus and stir into risotto Cook covered on HIGH for 3 minutes Stand for 5 minutes Serve topped with extra parmesan and black pepper e fe o zx gt Q 4 Q p 5 O D X O S Rice Pasta and Cereal Creamy Bacon Sauce Creamy Bacon Sauce R Serves 4 Ingredients 1 chopped onion 3 bacon rashers chopped 1 teaspoon minced garlic 300 ml cream 1 4 cup parmesan cheese pepper 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley Method In a 2 litre jug mix onion bacon and garlic Cook on HIGH for 4 minutes Add cream cheese pepper and parsley Cook on HIGH for 3 minutes Serve with fettuccine or your favourite pasta 80 Rice Salad Serves 6 to 8 Ingredients 2 cups long grain brown rice 2 spring onions chopped 1 red capsicum pepper chopped 2 stalks celery chopped 1 3 cup dates stoned and chopped 1 4
169. utter to glucose mixture Stir in flour and almonds Mix well To Cook by Convection Preheat oven to 180 C Place small teaspoonful of mixture 8 cm apart onto a greased oven tray lt is best to cook one tray at a time Place on Low Rack and cook on 180 C for 8 to 10 minutes Stand for 1 minute before removing biscuits from tray to allow edges to firm for easier removal Tip To make brandy snaps wrap hot biscuits around the handle of a wooden spoon and allow to cool Fill centers with whipped cream Note Liquid glucose is available at most health food shops Anzac Biscuits Makes 36 to 40 biscuits Ingredients 1259 butter melted 1 teaspoon golden syrup 1 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda 2 tablespoons hot water 1 cup rolled oats 1 cup coconut 1 cup plain flour 1 cup brown sugar Method To Cook by 2 Level Convection Preheat oven to 160 C Combine bicarbonate of soda and water in a small bowl Add dry ingredients and water mixture to butter and syrup Mix well Place small teaspoons of mixture on a greased baking trays allowing room for spreading Cook on 160 C for 12 to 14 minutes Leave on the tray for a few minutes then transfer to wire cake rack until biscuits are cool 85 Chocolate Chip Cookies Makes 30 large cookies Ingredients 250 y butter 1 cup brown sugar 1 cup caster sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla essence 2 egg 3 cups self raising flour 250 y choc bits Method To Cook by 2 Level C
170. ven 5 Clean the oven cavity the door and the seals with water and a mild detergent at regular intervals Never use any form of abrasive cleaner that may scratch or scour surfaces around the door 6 Always use the oven with the trays or cookware recommended by the manufacturer 7 Never operate the oven without a load i e an absorbing material such as food or water in the oven cavity unless specifically allowed in the manufacturer s literature 8 For horizontally hinged doors never rest heavy objects such as food containers on the door while it is open 9 Do not place sealed containers in microwave ovens Baby bottles fitted with a screw cap or a teat are considered to be sealed containers 10 The appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision 11 Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance PRACTICAL HINTS 1 Before using CONVECTION COMBINATION or GRILL function for the first time wipe excessive oil off in oven cavity and operate the oven without food on Grill 1 for 20 minutes This will allow the oil that is used for protection to be burned off 2 Exterior oven surfaces including air vents on the cabinet and the oven door will get hot during CONVECTION COMBINATION and GRILL Use care when opening or closing door and when inserting or removing food and accessories WE CERTIFY THAT THIS MICROWAVE OVEN HAS BEEN INSPECTED A
171. xposure Feature Diagram Control Panel Turbo Defrost pad page 16 Micro Power pad Micro Power page 14 Grill pad Grill Word Prompting Display N MICROCOMBCONV GRILL Auto Menu Pad Turbo Convection 2Level Convection Auto Menu Temp MenuSelect Sensor Reheat Combination Combination pad C page 20 efrost 2 Level Convection pad page 19 M Convection pad page 19 u D mo e D O Lo D o e gt Sensor Reheat pad page 22 26 page 22 Temp Menu Select Dial Time Weight Time Weight Dial Timer pad A Clock pad page 26 page 13 Recipe Recipe Prompting More Prompting pad More Less pads page an Stop Reset Quick Min e page 22 p amp O m Start pad One tap allows oven to 2 lhe DIMENSION Genus begin functioning If door is opened or STOP RESET pad is tapped once during oven operation START pad NN C2000W Stop Reset pad Before cooking One tap clears your instructions During cooking One tap temporarily stops the cooking process Another tap cancels all your instructions and time of day appears in display window Prompters must again be pressed to restart oven Quick Min pad page 28 When a pad is pressed a beep sound is heard and the corresponding letter or word s appear and roll across the screen If a pad is pressed and
172. y Microwave Place pasta salt water and oil in a large bowl Cook on HIGH for 8 to 10 minutes then leave to stand covered for 5 minutes To Cook by Auto Menu Place pasta salt water and oil in a large bowl Select Pasta then press Start To Complete Drain and leave to thoroughly cool Place the butter in a bowl and cook on HIGH for 30 to 40 seconds to melt Add the mushrooms and cook on HIGH for 11 2 to 2 minutes Drain and leave to cool When pasta and mushrooms are thoroughly cold place in a large bowl with spring onion and capsicum Put the salad oil vinegar tomato paste poppy seeds herbs and cracked pepper in a screw topped jar Shake to thoroughly combine Pour over the pasta mixture and stir until all the ingredients are coated with dressing Chill well before serving Pesto and Egg Noodles Serves 6 to 8 Ingredients 6 cups boiling water 250 g packet egg noodles 2 cloves garlic crushed 1 2 cup chopped fresh basil leaves 1 4 cup pine nuts finely chopped 1 2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1 cup olive oil salt and black pepper 81 Pesto and Egg Noodles Chicken and Mushroom Pasta Sauce J Serves 6 Ingredients 30 y butter 1 onion chopped 1 teaspoon minced garlic 2 tablespoons plain flour 1 2 teaspoon mustard 11 2 cups milk 1 cup diced cooked chicken 1 cup sliced mushrooms 1 2 cup grated cheese 2 tablespoons parsley Method In a3 litre dish pla
173. y with paper towel Melt butter in a 1 litre casserole dish on HIGH for 30 to 40 seconds Add celery onion and apples and cook on HIGH for 5 minutes Add breadcrumbs parsley egg salt and pepper Mix well and stuff mixture into cleaned turkey Pierce skin of turkey with a fork Secure legs of turkey with string Brush with oil Sprinkle with lemon pepper or seasoned salt To Cook by Microwave Cook on MED HIGH for 60 to 70 minutes Stand covered for 10 minutes before serving To Cook by Combination Prepare stuffing as above Place turkey on Low Rack with a dish underneath Cook on Combination 5 for 60 to 65 minutes Stand 15 minutes before serving To Cook by Auto Menu Prepare stuffing as above Place turkey on Low Rack with a dish underneath Select Chicken enter the weight then press Start Roast Herb Chicken R Serves 4 Ingredients 1x159 Chicken 60 g butter 1 tablespoon chopped rosemary 1 tablespoon parsley Method Place butter in a 2 cup jug Cook on MED HIGH for 40 seconds Add rosemary and parsley Tie legs of chicken together with string Brush with butter mixture Place breast side down on a rack set in a dish Set Combination 6 for 25 minutes Turn over Set Combination 6 for 25 minutes Roast Turkey Stuffed Roast Chicken Al Serves 4 to 6 Ingredients 1 5 kg chicken 2 tablespoons melted butter salt and pepper Stuffing 1 tablespoon butter 1

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