Panasonic NN-E252WB, NN-E222MB, NN-E252, NN-E202CB, NN-E202WB User Manual

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E252

E222

E202

E232

When using recipes in this book always follow metric or imperial measurements.
Do not combine the two. In some recipes the conversions are not a direct
equivalent due to recipe result.

Important Notice

Your oven is rated 800 Watts (IEC). When using other cookbooks remember to
adjust cooking times accordingly. The symbol above, which is displayed on your
oven door, indicates the heating category for your oven when cooking or
reheating convenience foods.
Your oven is rated ‘E’, which is very efficient. It is therefore very important that
you refer carefully to the packet instructions on convenience foods.
Some packet instructions only display information for B or D rated ovens. We
therefore provide additional guidelines for reheating on pages 23-27 of this book.
ALWAYS check the progress of the food as it cooks or reheats by simply
opening the door. After checking the progress of the foods for model NN-E202/
NN-E232, cooking will restart when the oven door is closed. For NN-E252/ NN­E222, after closing oven door press start.

Failure to follow the instructions given in this Cookbook and Operating
Instructions, may affect the recipe result and in some instances may be
dangerous.

☎

Customer Care Centre 08705 357357

Selected Spares and Accessories:

Order direct on line at www.panasonic.co.uk or by
telephoning the Customer Care Centre number above.

E

800W

The IEC (705) power
output (watts)

The heating category for
small packs of food

Microwave symbol

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Contents

Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Unpacking your oven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Care + cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Parts of your oven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Important Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-7

Microwaving Principles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Control Panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

General Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-11

Containers to use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-13

Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-16

Auto Weight Defrosting - NN-E252/NN-E222 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Defrost Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Defrosting Charts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Auto Weight Cooking - NN-E252/E222 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20-21

Cooking/Reheating Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Reheating/Cooking Charts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23-27

Recipes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28-35

Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

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This appliance is supplied with a moulded three
pin mains plug for your safety and convenience.
A 13 amp fuse is fitted in this plug. Should the
fuse need to be replaced, please ensure that
the replacement fuse has a rating of 13 amps
and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to
BS1362. Check for the ASTA mark or the
BSI mark on the body of the fuse.

IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS
UNSUITABLE FOR THE SOCKET OUTLET IN
YOUR HOME THEN THE FUSE SHOULD BE
REMOVED AND THE PLUG CUT OFF AND
DISPOSED OF SAFELY AND AN
APPROPRIATE ONE FITTED. THERE IS A
DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL SHOCK
IF THE CUT OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTO
ANY 13 AMP SOCKET.

If a new plug is to be fitted, please observe the
wiring code as shown opposite. If in any doubt,
please consult a qualified electrician (For U.K.
Models only).

WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE
EARTHED.

IMPORTANT: The wires in this mains lead are

coloured in accordance with the following code:
Green-and-yellow: Earth. Blue: Neutral. Brown:
Live.

As the colours of the wire in the mains lead of
this appliance may not correspond with the
coloured markings identifying the terminals in
your plug, proceed as follows:

The wire which is coloured GREEN-AND­YELLOW must be connected to the terminal in
the plug which is marked with the letter E or by
the Earth symbol or coloured GREEN or
GREEN-AND-YELLOW.

The wire which is coloured BLUE must be
connected to the terminal in the plug which is
marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK.

The wire which is coloured BROWN must be
connected to the terminal in the plug which is
marked with the letter L or coloured RED.

When this oven is installed it should be easy to
isolate the appliance from the electricity supply
by pulling out the plug or operating a circuit
breaker.

Do not immerse cord, plug or oven in water.
Keep cord away from heated surfaces. Do not
let cord hang over the edge of table or work top.
Do not plug your oven in via an extension cable
as this can be dangerous. It is important to plug
the oven directly into a wall socket.

The back of the appliance heats up during use.
Do not allow the cord to be in contact with the
back of the appliance or cabinet surface.

Important safety instructions

Please read carefully and keep for future reference

If the fuse cover is detachable, never use
the plug with the cover omitted. If a
replacement fuse cover is required, ensure it
is the same colour as that visible on the pin
face of the plug. A replacement fuse cover
can be purchased from your local Panasonic
Dealer.

HOW TO REPLACE THE FUSE

Open the fuse
compartment with a
screwdriver and
replace the fuse.

Voltage & Power

The voltage used must be the same as
specified on this microwave oven. Using a
higher voltage than that which is specified
is dangerous and may result in a fire or
other type of accident causing damage.

1. Oven must be placed on a flat, stable
surface 850mm above floor level. For
proper operation, the oven must have
sufficient air flow. ie 5cm/2" at one side, the
other being open;
15cm/6" clear
over the top;
10cm/4" at the
rear.

2. Do not place the
microwave oven
on a shelf directly
above a gas or
electric hob. This may be a safety hazard
and the oven may be damaged.

3. Do not block air vents on the rear and
bottom or top of the cabinet. Do not place
any articles on the top of the oven over the
vents. If air vents 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.

4. Do not use outdoors.

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1. Examine Your Oven

Unpack oven, remove all packing material,
and examine the oven for any damage such
as dents, broken door latches or cracks in
the door. Notify dealer immediately if unit is
damaged. Do NOT install if unit is damaged.

2. Guarantee

Your receipt is your guarantee, please keep
safely.

3. Cord

If the supply cord is damaged, it must be
replaced by the manufacturer or its service
agent or a similarly qualified person in order
to avoid a hazard.

N.B. The appliance should be inspected for
damage to the door seals and door seal areas.
If these areas are damaged the appliance
should not be operated until it has been
repaired by a service technician trained by the
manufacturer.

1. 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.

Ensure that children do not touch the hot
outer casing after operation of the oven.

2. Storage of Accessories

Do not store any objects other than oven
accessories inside the oven in case it is
accidentally turned on. In case of electronic
failure, oven can only be turned off at wall
socket.

Unpacking your oven Placement of your oven

2"

open

4"

6"

✗

DO NOT OPERATE THE OVEN EMPTY. The appliance must not be operated
WITHOUT FOOD IN THE OVEN. Operation when empty will damage the appliance.

Using your oven

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1. Switch the oven off before cleaning and
unplug at socket if possible.

2. Keep the inside of the oven, door seals and
door seal areas clean. When food splatters
or spilled liquids adhere to oven walls, door
seals and door seal areas wipe off with a
damp cloth. Mild detergent may be used if
they get very dirty. The use of harsh
detergent or abrasives is not recommended.

3. Your oven cavity is constructed of zinc
coated steel, painted with an extremely
durable coating. After use, the oven interior
should be wiped out to remove any
remaining water in order to reduce the risk of
corrosion to the cavity and door.
The cavity and door can be damaged by
abrasive cleaners and sharp objects so care
must be taken to avoid damage caused in
this way. If the cavity or door become
damaged the lining may begin to corrode.
Providing the above precautions are taken
regarding the cleaning and care of your oven
the life of the cavity and door may be
extended.

4. The outside oven surface should be cleaned
with a damp cloth. To prevent damage to the
operating parts inside the oven, water should
not be allowed to seep into the ventilation
openings.

5. If the Control Panel becomes dirty, clean
with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use harsh
detergents or abrasives on Control Panel.
When cleaning the Control Panel, leave the
oven door open to prevent the oven from
accidentally turning on. After cleaning touch
STOP/CANCEL Pad to clear display window
or turn TIMER/WEIGHT SELECT DIAL back
to ZERO position.

6. If steam accumulates inside or around the
outside of the oven door, wipe with a soft
cloth. This may occur when the microwave
oven is operated under high humidity
conditions and in no way indicates a
malfunction of the unit or microwave
leakage.

7. It is occasionally necessary to remove the
glass turntable for cleaning. Wash the tray in
warm soapy water.

8. The roller assembly and oven cavity floor
should be cleaned regularly to avoid
excessive noise. Simply wipe the bottom
surface of the oven with mild detergent and
hot water then dry with a clean cloth. The
roller assembly may be washed in mild
soapy water. Cooking vapours collect during
repeated use but in no way affect the bottom
surface or the roller assembly.
After removing the roller assembly from
cavity floor for cleaning, be sure to replace it
in the proper position.

1. Service

WHEN YOUR OVEN
REQUIRES A SERVICE
call your local Panasonic
engineer (08705 357357
Customer Support).
It is hazardous for anyone other than a
competent person to carry out any service or
repair operation which involves the removal
of a cover which gives protection against
exposure to microwave energy.

2. Door Seals

Do not attempt to tamper with or make any
adjustments or repairs to door, control panel
housing, safety interlock switches or any
other part of the oven. Do not remove outer
panel from oven.
The door seals and door seal areas should
always be kept clean – use a damp cloth.

N.B. The appliance should be inspected for

damage to the door seals and door seal
areas. If these areas are damaged the
appliance should not be operated until it has
been repaired by a service technician trained
by the manufacturer.

3. Oven Light

The oven lamp must be replaced by a
service technician trained by the
manufacturer. DO NOT attempt to remove
the outer casing from the oven.

4. Spare Parts

These may be ordered from Customer Care
Centre (08705 357357). Ensure you quote
correct model number.

Care & Cleaning of your Microwave Oven - IMPORTANT

As microwaves work on food particles, keep your oven clean at all times.

Maintenance of your oven

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1. Do not operate the oven without the Roller
Assembly and Glass Turntable in place.

2. Only use the Glass Turntable specifically
designed for this oven. Do not substitute
with any other Glass Turntable.

3. If Glass Turntable is hot, allow to cool
before cleaning or placing in water.

4. Do not cook directly on Glass Turntable.
Always place food in a microwave safe
dish. The only exception to this is when
cooking Jacket Potatoes or Auto Program
Jacket Potatoes.

5. If food or utensil on Glass Turntable
touches oven walls, causing the turntable

to stop moving, it will automatically rotate
in the opposite direction. This is normal.
Open oven door, reposition the food and
restart.

6. The Glass Turntable can rotate in either
direction. The maximum weight that can be
placed on the turntable is 3 Kg (6 lb 10 oz)
(this includes total weight of food and dish).

7. While cooking by MICROWAVE the
turntable may vibrate. This will not affect
cooking performance.

8. Arcing may occur if the incorrect weight of
food is used or a metal container has been
used accidentally. If this occurs, stop the
machine immediately.

Parts of Your Oven

Glass Turntable

The glass turntable and roller assembly are the only

accessories used for Microwave Cooking.

Door Safety
Lock System

Control Panel

Identification Plate

Roller Assembly

1. The Roller Assembly and
oven floor should be cleaned
frequently to prevent
excessive noise.

2. The Roller assembly must
always be used together with
the Glass Turntable for
cooking.

Door Release Pad

Push to open the door
Opening the door during
cooking will stop the cooking
process without cancelling the
program. For NN-E252 / NN­E222 cooking resumes as soon
as the door is closed and Start
is pressed. For NN-E205 / NN­E232 cooking continues as
soon as the door is closed.

Door Safety
Lock System

Microwave Feed Guide

See-through Oven Window

External Air Vents

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Safety

If smoke or a fire occurs in the oven, press
Stop/Cancel pad Or turn TIMER/WEIGHT
SELECT Dial back to zero position and leave the
door closed in order to stifle any flames.
Disconnect the power cord, or shut off the power
at the fuse or the circuit breaker panel.

Short Cooking Times

As microwave cooking times are much shorter
than other cooking methods it is essential that
recommended cooking times are not exceeded
without first checking the food.

Cooking times given in the cookbook are
approximate. Factors that may affect cooking
times are: preferred degree of cooking, starting
temperature, altitude, volume, size and shape of
foods and utensils used. As you become familiar
with the oven, you will be able to adjust these
factors.

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.

Important.

If the recommended cooking times are exceeded
the food will be spoiled and in
extreme circumstances could
catch fire and possibly damage
the interior of the oven.

1. Small quantities of food.

Take care when heating
small quantities of food as these can easily
burn, dry out or catch fire if cooked too long.
Always set short cooking times and check
the food frequently.

NEVER OPERATE THE OVEN WITHOUT
FOOD INSIDE.

2. Foods low in moisture.

Take care when heating
foods low in moisture, eg
bread items, chocolate,
popcorn, biscuits and
pastries. These can easily
burn, dry out or catch on
fire if cooked too long.

3. Christmas Pudding.

Christmas puddings and
other foods high in fats or
sugar, eg. jam, mince pies,
must not be over heated.
These foods must never be
left unattended as with over
cooking these foods can
ignite.

4. Boiled Eggs.

Eggs in their shell and
whole hard-boiled eggs
should not be heated in
microwave ovens since
they may explode even
after microwave heating has ended.

5. Foods with Skins.

Potatoes, apples,
egg yolk, whole
vegetables and
sausages are
examples of food
with non porous skins. These must be
pierced using a fork before cooking to
prevent bursting.

6. Liquids.

Liquids and other foods must not be heated
in sealed containers since they are liable to
explode. When heating liquids, eg 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 the

heating time.
d) After heating, allow to stand in the oven

for a short time, stirring again before

carefully removing the container.
e) Microwave heating of beverages can

result in delayed eruptive boiling,

therefore care should be taken when

handling the container.

7. Lids.

Always remove the lids of jars and containers
and takeaway food containers before you
microwave them. If you don’t then steam and
pressure might build up inside and cause an
explosion even after the microwave cooking
has stopped.

8. Deep Fat Frying.

Do not attempt to deep
fat fry in your oven.

Important Information – Read Carefully

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9. Meat Thermometer.

Use a meat thermometer
to check the degree of
cooking of roasts and
poultry only when meat
has been removed from
the microwave. If
undercooked, return to the oven and cook for
a few more minutes at the recommended
power level. Do not leave a conventional
meat thermometer in the oven when
microwaving.

10. Paper, Plastic.

When heating food in
plastic or paper
containers, keep an eye
on the oven due to the
possibility of ignition. Do
not use wire twist-ties
with roasting bags as
arcing will occur.

Do not use re-cycled paper products, eg
Kitchen roll unless they say they are
specifically designed for use in a microwave
oven. These products contain impurities
which may cause sparks and/or fires when
used.

11. Reheating.

It is essential that
reheated food is
served “piping hot”.

Remove the food
from the oven and
check that it is
“piping hot”, ie
steam is being
emitted from all
parts and any sauce
is bubbling. (If you wish you may choose to
check the food has reached 72˚C with a food
thermometer – but remember do not use this
thermometer inside the microwave.)

For foods that cannot be stirred, eg lasagne,
shepherds pie, the centre should be cut with
a knife to test it is well heated through. Even
if a manufacturer’s packet instructions have
been followed always check the food is
piping hot before serving and if in doubt
return your food to the oven for further
heating.

12. Standing Time.

Standing time refers
to the period at the
end of cooking or
reheating when food
is left before being
eaten, ie. it is a rest
time which allows the heat in the food to
continue to conduct to the centre, thus
eliminating cold spots.

13. Keeping Your Oven Clean.

It is essential for the
safe operation of the
oven that it is wiped out
regularly. Use warm
soapy water, squeeze
the cloth out well and
use to remove any
grease or food from the
interior. Pay particular
attention to the door seal area and also the
areas around the microwave feed guide
situated on the right hand side of the cavity
wall. The oven should be unplugged when
cleaning.

14. Utensils.

Before use check that utensils/containers are
suitable for use in microwave ovens.

15. Babies Bottles and Food Jars.

When reheating babies bottles always
remove top and teat. Liquid at the top of the
bottle will be much hotter than that at the
bottom and must be shaken thoroughly
before checking the
temperature. The lid
must also be removed
from babies food jars,
the contents must also
be stirred or shaken
before the temperature
is checked. This should
be carried out before consumption to avoid
burns.

16. Arcing.

Arcing may occur if a metal container has
been used accidentally or if the incorrect
weight of food is used. Arcing is when blue
flashes of light are seen in the microwave
oven. If this occurs, stop the machine
immediately. If the oven is left unattended
and this continues it can damage the
machine.

17. Maximum Weight on Turntable

The maximum weight that can be placed on
the turntable is 3 Kg (6 lb 10 oz) (this
includes total weight of food and dish).

Important Information – Read Carefully

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Microwave energy has been used in this country to cook
and reheat food since early experiments with RADAR in
World War II. Microwaves are present in the atmosphere
all the time, both naturally and from manmade sources.

Manmade sources include radar, radio, television,
telecommunication links and car phones.

Microwaving Principles

The microwaves cause the water molecules to vibrate
which causes FRICTION, ie. HEAT. This heat then cooks
the food. Microwaves are also attracted to fat and sugar
particles, and foods high in these will cook more quickly.
Microwaves can only penetrate to a depth of 1

1

⁄

2

-2 inches
(4-5 cm) and as heat spreads through the food by
conduction, just as in a traditional oven, the food cooks
from the outside inwards.

In a microwave oven,
electricity is converted
into microwaves by the
MAGNETRON

REFLECTION

The microwaves bounce
off the metal walls
and the metal door
screen.

TRANSMISSION

Then they pass through
the cooking containers to
be absorbed by the water
molecules in the food, all
foods contain water to a
more or lesser extent.

HOW MICROWAVES COOK FOOD

The dish used to cook or
reheat the food will get
warm during cooking, as
the heat conducts from the
food. Even in microwaving,
oven gloves are required!

MICROWAVES CANNOT
PASS THROUGH METAL
AND THEREFORE
METAL COOKING
UTENSILS CAN NEVER
BE USED IN A
MICROWAVE, FOR
COOKING ON
MICROWAVE ONLY

Foods Not Suitable for
Cooking by
Microwave Only

Yorkshire Puddings,
Souffles, Double Crust
Pastry Pies.

Because these foods rely
on dry external heat to
cook correctly, do not
attempt to cook by
microwave.

Foods that require deep
fat frying cannot be
cooked either.

STANDING TIME

When a microwave oven is
switched off, the food will
continue to cook by
conduction – NOT BY
MICROWAVE ENERGY.
Hence STANDING TIME is
very important in
microwaving, particularly
for dense foods i.e. meat,
cakes and reheated meals
(Refer to page 10).

Boiled Eggs

Do not boil eggs in your
microwave. Raw eggs
boiled in their shells can
explode and cause
serious injury

13 Amp fused socket

Microwave Water Molecule Absorption Vibration

IMPORTANT NOTES

NN-E252 / NN-E222*

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Control Panels

NN-E205 / NN-E232*

(1) Display Window
(2) Microwave Power Levels
(3) Time Pads
(4) Auto Weight Reheat Programs
(5) Auto Weight Cook Programs
(6) Auto Weight Defrost Pad
(7) Timer / Clock Pad
(8) Weight Selection Pads
(9) Stop/Cancel Pad:

Before Cooking:

one press clears your instructions.

During Cooking:

one press temporarily stops the cooking
program. Another press cancels all your
instructions and the time of day will
appear in the display.

(10) Start Pad
(11) Door Release Pad

Beep Sound NN-E252/E222 ONLY:

When a pad is touched correctly a beep
will be heard. If a pad is touched and no
beep is heard, the unit has not or cannot
accept the instruction. At the end of any
complete program, the oven will beep 5
times.

(1) Microwave Power/Defrost

Selection dial

(2) Timer
(3) Door Release Pad

(1)

(3)
(4)

(6)

(10)

(8)

(9)

(2)

(7)

(1)

(2)

(3)

(11)

*The Design of your control panel may vary

from the panel displayed (depending on
colour), but the function of the pads are the
same.

(5)

NN-E205W

NN-E252W

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General Guidelines

STANDING TIME

Dense foods e.g. meat, jacket potatoes
and cakes, require standing time (inside
or outside of the oven) after cooking, to
allow heat to finish conducting to cook the
centre completely. Wrap meat joints and
jacket potatoes in aluminium foil while
standing. Meat joints need approx. 10-15
minutes, jacket potatoes 5 minutes. Other
foods such as plated meals, vegetables,
fish etc require 2-5 minutes standing.
After defrosting food, standing time
should also be allowed. If food is not
cooked after standing time, return to the
oven and cook for additional time.

The skin or membrane on some foods will
cause steam to build up during cooking. These
foods must be pierced or a strip of skin should
be peeled off before cooking to allow the
steam to escape. Eggs, potatoes, apples,
sausages etc, will all need to be pierced before
cooking. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO BOIL EGGS
IN THEIR SHELLS.

PIERCING

COVERING

QUANTITY

SPACING

Small quantities cook faster than large
quantities, also small meals will reheat more
quickly than large portions.

MOISTURE CONTENT

Many fresh foods e.g. vegetables and fruit,
vary in their moisture content throughout the
season, particularly jacket potatoes. For this
reason cooking times may have to be adjusted.
Dry ingredients e.g. rice, pasta, can dry out
during storage so cooking times may differ.

Cover foods with microwave cling film or a lid.
Cover fish, vegetables, casseroles, soups. Do
not cover cakes, sauces, jacket potatoes or
pastry items.

Foods cook more quickly and evenly if spaced
apart. NEVER pile foods on top of each other.

DENSITY

Porous airy foods heat more quickly than
dense heavy foods.

CLING FILM

Cling film helps keep the food moist and the
trapped steam assists in speeding up cooking
times. Pierce before cooking to allow excess
steam to escape. Always take care when
removing cling film from a dish as the build-up
of steam will be very hot.

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General Guidelines

SHAPE

Even shapes cook evenly. Food cooks better
by microwave when in a round container rather
than square.

STARTING TEMPERATURE

The colder the food, the longer it takes to heat
up. Food from a fridge takes longer to reheat
than food at room temperature.

LIQUIDS

All liquids must be stirred before and during
heating. Water especially must be stirred before
and during heating, to avoid eruption. Do not
heat liquids that have previously been boiled.
DO NOT OVERHEAT.

TURNING AND STIRRING

Some foods require stirring during cooking.
Meat and poultry should be turned after half the
cooking time.

ARRANGING

Individual foods e.g. chicken portions or chops,
should be placed on a dish so that the thicker
parts are towards the outside.

CHECKING FOOD

It is essential that food is checked during and
after a recommended cooking time, even if an
AUTO PROGRAM has been used (just as you
would check food cooked in a conventional
oven). Return the food to the oven for further
cooking if necessary.

DISH SIZE

Follow the dish sizes given in the recipes, as
these affect the cooking and reheating times. A
quantity of food spread in a bigger dish cooks
and reheats more quickly.

CLEANING

As microwaves work on food particles, keep
your oven clean at all times. Stubborn spots of
food can be removed by using a branded
microwave spray cleaner, sprayed onto a soft
cloth. Always wipe the oven dry after cleaning.

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When unsure that a cooking
container is suitable for use in
your microwave, check by the
following test:

1. Fill a microwave safe
measuring jug with 300ml
(

1

⁄

2

pt) cold water.

2. Place it on the turntable
alongside the dish to be
tested. If the dish you are
testing is a large dish, then
stand the measuring jug on
top of the empty dish.

3. Heat on HIGH power for
1 minute.

Result

If the dish is suitable for micro­waving, it will remain cool,
whilst the water in the jug will
begin to feel warm. If the
testing dish feels warm, do not
use as it is obviously
absorbing microwave energy.

N.B. This test does not apply
to plastic or metal based
containers e.g. Le Creuset

®

style dishes, which should not
be used as they are cast iron
covered with enamel.

Containers to use

OVEN GLASS

Glass that is heat
resistant e.g. Pyrex®,
is ideal.
Do not use delicate
glass which may
crack due to the heat
from the food. Do not
use lead crystal which
may crack or arc.

CHINA

AND

CERAMIC

Glazed china plates,
saucers, bowls,
mugs and cups can
be used if they are
heat resistant.

Porcelain and
ceramic are also ideal. Fine bone china should
only be used for reheating for short periods,
otherwise the change in temperature may
crack the dish or craze the finish. Do not use
dishes with a metal rim or pattern. Do not use
jugs or mugs with glued handles, since the
glue can melt in a microwave.

POTTER

Y,
EARTHENWARE,
STONEWARE

Only use if completely
glazed. Do not use if
partially glazed or
unglazed, as they are
able to absorb water
which will absorb
microwave energy,
making the container very hot and slowing
down the cooking of food.

FOIL/MET

AL CONTAINERS

NEVER ATTEMPT TO
COOK IN FOIL OR
METAL containers –
the microwaves
cannot pass through
and the food will not
heat evenly – this may
also damage your
oven. Small items in
shallow foil containers can be REHEATED in
the microwave, but take care that containers
do not touch the oven walls or door. Use
wooden kebab sticks instead of metal skewers.
DO NOT RE-USE FOIL CONTAINERS AS
THEY MAY BECOME DENTED OR
DAMAGED AND ARCING MAY OCCUR.

QUICK CHECK GUIDE TO COOKING UTENSILS

Choosing the correct container is a very important factor in deciding the
success or failure of your cooking.

Testing Dishes for Suitability

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PLASTIC

Many plastic containers are designed for
microwave use. Only use Tupperware

®

containers if they are designed for microwave
use. Do not use Melamine as it will scorch. Do
not use plastic for cooking foods high in sugar or
fat or foods that require long cooking times e.g.
brown rice. Never cook in margarine containers
or yogurt pots, as these will melt with the heat
from the food.

PAPER

Plain white kitchen paper (kitchen towel) can be used for covering blind
pastry cases and for covering bacon to prevent splattering ONLY USE
FOR SHORT COOKING TIMES. NEVER RE-USE A PIECE OF
KITCHEN TOWEL. Avoid kitchen paper containing manmade fibres.
Check that branded re-cycled kitchen towel is recommended for
microwave use. Do not use waxed or plastic coated cups as the finish
may melt in the oven. Greaseproof paper can be used to line the base of
dishes and to cover fatty foods. White paper plates can be used for
SHORT REHEATING TIMES.

WICKER, WOOD, STRA

W BASKETS

Do not use these items in your microwave. With continued use and
with prolonged exposure they will crack and could ignite. Do not use
wooden dishes in your microwave.

CLING FILM

Use microwave cling film to cover food that is to be reheated, or

cooked, taking care to avoid the film
being in direct contact with the food.

ALUMINIUM FOIL

Small amounts of smooth aluminium
foil can be used to SHIELD joints of
meat during defrosting and cooking. As
the microwaves cannot pass through
the foil this prevents the shielded parts
from overcooking or overdefrosting.
The foil must not touch the sides or
roof of the oven, as this may cause
arching and damage your oven.

ROASTING BAGS

These are useful when slit up one side to tent a joint of meat when roasting by power and time.
Do not use the metal twists supplied.

✘

✔

✘

Containers to use

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Microwave Cooking for NN-E205 / NN-E232

Defrosting in the NN-E205 / NN-E232

800 Watts

600 Watts

360 Watts

90 Watts

Wattage

• Turn dial to select

power level.

• Select Defrost power 270 W

by turning the dial.

• Set the defrosting time by turning the

dial. If the door is already closed cooking
time will begin immediately. For short
cooking times always turn the dial to 2
mins and then adjust to time required.

• Set cooking time by turning

dial. If the door is already
closed cooking time will
begin immediately. For short
cooking times always turn
the dial to 2 mins and then
adjust to time required.

N.B.

1. If you wish to check the food during cooking simply open the door. The oven will automatically
stop cooking. To continue cooking, close the door.

2. To stop cooking, turn timer dial to zero the “OFF” position. Cooking time can be reset at any
time during the cooking cycle by turning the timer dial.

3. When food is removed from the oven after cooking is complete, check the timer is in the zero
position.

4. The glass turntable must always be in position when using the oven.

N.B. For defrosting times please refer to defrost chart on page 19.

High

Medium

Low

Warm

Defrost power is 270 Watts.

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Setting The Clock For NN-E252/NN-E222

Press twice
(to set 10 mins.)

Press eleven times
(to set hours)

Press five times
(to set 1 mins.)

• Press Timer/Clock

Pad twice. The colon

starts blinking.

• Press Timer/

Clock Pad.

The time of day

is entered.

• Press Time Pads - Enter time of day by pressing

appropriate Time pads. The time appears in the
display. If the pad (10 min / 1 min / 10 sec) is
pressed and held, the time will increase rapidly.

N.B.

1. To reset time of day, repeat step 1 through to step 3.

2. The clock will keep the time of day as long as the oven is plugged in and electricity is supplied.

3. This is a 12 hour clock, ie 2pm = 2:00 not 14:00. The oven will not function if a 24 hour clock is set.

When the oven is first plugged in “88.88” appears in display window.

eg. 11.25pm

Timer For

NN-E252/NN-E222

This feature operates as a minute timer. During operation there is no microwave energy.

• Press Timer/Clock Pad

once. Display is blank.

• Set desired time. Maximum

time is 99 minutes, 50
seconds.

• Press Start. The time in the

display will count down.

Using this system will make the oven controls inoperable; however, the door can be opened. Child
Lock can be set when the display shows a colon or the time.

To Set:

To Cancel:

• Press Start Pad three times.

The time of day will disappear. Actual time
will not be lost. ‘L’ is indicated in the display.

• Press Stop/Cancel Pad three times. The

time of day will reappear in the display.

Child safety lock

NN-E252/NN-E222

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• Press the microwave

power pad. Select desired

power level.

• Select cooking time by pressing

appropriate pads. Your oven can
be programmed for up to 99
minutes 50 seconds.

• Press Start. The

cooking program will
start and the time in
the display will count
down.

Microwave Cooking and Defrosting for

NN-E252/NN-E222

CAUTION: The oven will automatically work on HIGH microwave power if a
cooking time is entered without the power level previously being selected.

The glass turntable must always be in position when using the oven.

800 Watts

270 Watts

600 Watts

440 Watts

100 Watts

Wattage

High

Defrost

Medium

Low

Warm

Multi-Stage Cooking

The oven has 2 stage cooking, so you can program up to 2 different instructions and the oven will
switch automatically from power to power (Repeat steps 1 and 2 above but only press Start after
both stages have been entered).

N.B.

1. Timer Pad can be programmed in multi-stage cooking.

2. Auto Weight / Defrost Pad can be programmed in first stage only.

1 Press

2 Presses

3 Presses

4 Presses

5 Presses

N.B. For defrosting times please refer to defrost chart on page 19.

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Program Weight Range Suitable Foods

1 Bread 100g - 800g Rolls, buns, slices of bread + loaves.

2 Meat Items 200g - 1000g Chicken portions, chops, mince.

3 Meat Joints 400g - 1600g Whole chicken, meat joints

• Select desired program.

Press the pad once to
select bread, twice to
select meat items and 3
times to select meat joints.
The program number will
appear in the display.

• Press Start.

Remember to stir or
turn the food during
defrosting.

• Set Weight using the Up and

Down pads. If the up / down pad is
pressed and held, the weight will
increase / decrease rapidly.

This feature allows you to defrost bread, meat items and joints of meat automatically
once you have entered in the weight of the food.

Auto Weight Defrost

NN-E252/NN-E222

Bread

This program is suitable for small items which are required for immediate use, they may
feel warm straight after defrosting. Loaves can also be defrosted on this program but
these will require standing time to allow the centre to thaw out. Standing time can be
shortened if slices are separated and buns and loaves cut in half. Items should be
turned halfway during defrosting. THIS PROGRAM IS NOT SUITABLE FOR CREAM
CAKES OR DESSERTS e.g. cheesecake.

Meat Items (mince/chops/chicken portions)

It is necessary for mince to be broken up frequently during defrosting and this is best
carried out in a large shallow dish.

THIS PROGRAM IS NOT SUITABLE FOR SAUSAGES, these can be defrosted
manually using Defrost power and time. Chops and chicken portions should be
arranged in a single layer and turned frequently during defrosting.

Meat Joints / Whole Chickens

Whole chickens and meat joints will require shielding during defrosting especially if it is
a particularly fatty piece. This is to prevent food starting to cook on the outside edges.
Protect wings, breast and fat with smooth pieces of aluminium foil secured with cocktail
sticks. DO NOT ALLOW THE FOIL TO TOUCH THE WALLS OF THE OVEN. Standing
time of at least 1 hour should be allowed for joints after defrosting.

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Defrosting Guidelines

Arrange food in a single
layer.

Shield chickens and
joints of meat .

Turn or break up food as
soon as possible.

For Best Results:

1. Place foods in a suitable container. Meat joints and chickens should be placed on
an upturned saucer or on a plastic rack if you have one.

2. Check food during defrosting, as foods vary in their defrosting speed.

3. It is not necessary to cover the food.

4. Always turn or stir the food especially when the oven “beeps’’. Shield if necessary
(see point 6).

5. Minced meat, chops and other small items should be broken up or separated as soon
as possible and placed in a single layer.

6. Shielding prevents food cooking. It is essential when defrosting chickens and joints
of meat. The outside thaws out first, so protect wings/breast and fat with smooth
pieces of aluminium foil secured with cocktail sticks.

7. Allow standing time so that the centre of the food thaws out. (Minimum of 1 hour for
joints of meat and whole chickens).

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Meat Defrosting Method Standing

Time Time

Beef/Lamb/Pork 6-8 mins. Place in a suitable dish or on an upturned 60 mins.
Joint 450g (1lb) saucer or use a rack. Turn 3-4 times. Shield.

Minced Beef 8 mins. Place in a suitable dish. 15 mins.
450g. (1lb) Break up and turn 3-4 times.

Chops 6 mins. Place in a suitable dish in a single layer. 15 mins.
450g. (1lb) Turn twice. Shield if necessary.

Sausages 5-6 mins. Place in a suitable dish in a single layer. 15 mins.
450g. (1lb) Turn twice. Shield if necessary.

Bacon 6-7 mins. Place in a suitable dish. Turn and
450g. (1lb) separate twice. Shield if necessary. 10 mins.

Stewing Steak 8 mins. Place in a suitable dish. 15 mins.
450g. (1lb) Break up frequently.

Chicken 6-7 mins. Place in a suitable dish on an upturned 60 mins.
450g. (1lb) saucer or use a rack. Turn 3-4 times. Shield.

Chicken Portions 6-8 mins. Place in a suitable dish in a single layer. 15-30 mins.
450g. (1lb) Turn twice. Shield if necessary.

Fish

Whole 7-8 mins. Place in a suitable dish. Turn twice. Shield. 15 mins.
450g. (1lb)

Fillets/Steak 7-8 mins. Place in a suitable dish. 15 mins.
450g. (1lb) Turn twice, separate and shield if necessary.

Prawns 7-8 mins. Place in a suitable dish. 10 mins.
450g. (1lb) Stir twice during defrosting.

General

Bread Sliced 1 min. 30 sec. Place on the turntable. 10 mins.
400g (14oz) Separate and rearrange during defrosting.

Slice of bread 10 sec. Place on the turntable on 1-2 mins.
30g. (1oz) a piece of kitchen paper.

Pastry 1 min. 30 sec. Place on a plate. 10-15 mins.
450g. (1lb) + rest 1 min. Turn over after 1 min. resting time.

1 min. 30 sec.

Soft Fruit 6-7 mins. Place in a suitable dish. 10 mins.
450g. (1lb) Stir twice during defrosting.

Defrosting Foods Using Defrost Power & Time

The times given below are a guideline only. Always check the progress of the food by opening the
oven door and then re-starting. For larger quantities adjust times accordingly. Food should not be
covered during defrosting.

2. Reheat Chinese Meal (200-500g)

This program is for reheating a chinese style
convenience meal that can be stirred. Foods
must be in a suitable single section
microwaveable container and have the film
pierced. Press the
Auto Reheat pad
twice. Enter the
weight. Press
START. Stir
halfway. Allow to
stand for 1 minute.
Ensure food is
piping hot. Stir
again before serving.

1. Reheat Curry Meal (200-800g)

This program is for reheating a curry
convenience meal that can be stirred. Foods
must be in a suitable single section
microwaveable container and have the film
pierced. Place on
turntable, press
the Auto Reheat
pad once. Enter
the weight then
press START. Stir
halfway. Allow to
stand for 1 minute.
Ensure that the
food is piping hot. Stir the food before serving.

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Auto Weight Reheat / Cook Programs for

NN-E252/NN-E222

This feature allows you to reheat or cook foods by setting the weight only. The oven determines
the Microwave power level then the cooking time automatically. Select the category of food and
then just enter the weight. The weight is entered in grams.

The Auto Weight Programs are designed to take the guesswork out of reheating or cooking your
food. They must ONLY be used for the foods described and within the weight range
recommended.

To allow for some variations that occur in food, check that food is thoroughly cooked and piping
hot before serving.

• Select desired program by

pressing the pad. The
program number will appear
in the display.

• Press Start.

• Set Weight using the Up and

Down pads. If the up / down pad is
pressed and held, the weight will
increase / decrease rapidly.

eg.

Guidelines for Use

Auto Weight Reheat Programs

Important Note: for Auto Weight reheat programs curry, chinese style and pasta meals.

1. Large pieces of fish / meat in a thin sauce, may require longer cooking.

2. These programs are not suitable for foods that cannot be stirred.

3. Meals in bowl shaped containers will need extra cooking time.

3. Cook Fresh Fish (100-800g)

To cook FRESH fish. Shield
the thinner portions. Place
in a shallow container on
turntable. Add 15-45ml (1-3
tbsp) liquid. Cover with
pierced cling film or lid.
Press the Auto Cook pad
three times. Enter the
weight. Press START.

2. Cook Fresh vegetables (100-800g)

To cook FRESH
vegetables. Place
prepared
vegetables into a
shallow container
on turntable. Add
15 ml (1tbsp)
water per 100g
vegetables. Cover
with pierced cling film or lid. Press the Auto
Cook pad twice. Enter the weight. Press
START.

1. Cook Jacket Potatoes (200-1000g)

To cook jacket
potatoes choose
medium sized
potatoes 200-250g
(7-9oz). Wash and
dry and prick with
a fork several
times. Arrange
around edge of
turntable. Press Auto Cook pad once. Enter
weight. Press START. DO NOT COVER.

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3. Reheat Pasta Meal (200-1000g)

This program is for reheating a pasta
style convenience meal that can be
stirred. Foods must be in a suitable
single section microwaveable container
and have the film pierced. Place on
turntable, press the Auto Reheat pad
three times. Enter the weight then
press START. Stir halfway. Allow to stand for 1 minute. Ensure that
the food is piping hot. Stir the food before serving.

Auto Weight Reheat Programs

Important Note: for Auto Weight reheat programs curry, chinese style and pasta meals.

1. Large pieces of fish / meat in a thin sauce, may require longer cooking.

2. These programs are not suitable for foods that cannot be stirred.

3. Meals in bowl shaped containers will need extra cooking time.

Auto Weight Cook Programs

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Cooking and Reheating Guidelines

Most foods reheat very quickly in your oven by HIGH power.
Meals can be brought back to serving temperature in just
minutes and will taste freshly cooked and NOT leftover. Always
check food is piping hot and return to oven if necessary.

As a general rule, always cover wet foods, e.g. soups,
casseroles and plated meals.

Do not cover dry foods e.g. bread rolls, mince pies, sausage
rolls etc.

The charts on pages 23-27 show you the best way to cook or
reheat your favourite foods. The best method depends on the
type of food.

Remember when cooking or reheating any food that it should
be stirred or turned wherever possible. This ensures even
cooking or reheating on the outside and in the centre.

When is food reheated?

Food that has been reheated or cooked should be served
“piping hot” i.e. steam should be visibly emitted from all parts.
As long as good hygiene practices have been followed during
the preparation and storage of the food, then cooking or
reheating presents no safety risks.

Foods that cannot be stirred should be cut with a knife to test
that they are adequately heated throughout. Even if a
manufacturer’s instructions or the times in the cookbook have
been followed, it is still important to check the food is heated
thoroughly. If in doubt, always return to the oven for further
reheating.

If you cannot find the equivalent food in the chart then choose
a similar type and size listed and adjust the cooking time if
necessary.

PLATED MEALS

Everyone’s appetite varies
and reheat times depend on
meal contents. Dense items
e.g. mashed potato, should
be spread out well. If a lot of
gravy is added, extra time
may be required. Place
denser items to the outside of
the plate. Between 4-7 mins.
on HIGH power will reheat an
average portion.

CANNED FOODS

Remove foods from can and
place in a suitable dish
before heating.

SOUPS

Use a bowl and stir before
heating and at least once
through reheat time and
again at the end.

CASSEROLES

Stir halfway through and
again at the end of heating.

MINCE PIES - CAUTION

CHRISTMAS PUDDINGS
AND LIQUIDS - CAUTION

REMEMBER even if the pastry
is cold to the touch, the filling
will be piping hot and will warm
the pastry through. Take care
not to overheat otherwise
burning can occur due to the
high fat and sugar content of
the filling. Check the
temperature of the filling before
consuming to avoid burning
your mouth.

BABIES BOTTLES -

CAUTION

Milk or formula MUST be
shaken thoroughly before
heating and again at the end
and tested carefully before
feeding a baby.

For 7-8 fl.oz. of milk from fridge
temperature, remove top and
teat. Heat on HIGH power for
30-50 secs.

CHECK CAREFULLY.

For 3 fl.oz. of milk from fridge
temperature, remove top and
teat. Heat on HIGH power for
15-20 secs.

CHECK CAREFULLY

N.B. Liquid at top of bottle will
be much hotter than at bottom
and bottle must be shaken
thoroughly.

Take great care when
reheating these items.

Do not leave unattended.

Do not add extra alcohol.

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The times given in the charts below are a guideline only, and will vary depending on
STARTING temperature, dish size etc.

HEATING CATEGORY

Your oven is Heating Category E and this is
displayed on the front of your oven door. The
information on this label will assist you in using
new instructions on food packs to enable you
to program the best heating time in your oven.

E

800W

The IEC (705) power
output (watts)

The heating category
for small packs of food

Reheating Charts

Microwave symbol

Place on microwave safe plate on turntable.
Do not cover.

Place in a microwave safe bowl on turntable.
Cover.

Place in a microwave safe bowl on turntable.
Cover.

Place in a microwave safe bowl on turntable.
Cover.

Place in a microwave safe dish on turntable.
Cover.

Place in a microwave safe mug on turntable.
Stir, before, during and after reheating.

Place in a microwave safe mug on turntable.
Stir, before, during and after reheating.

BREAD – Precooked – Fresh – N.B. Breads reheated by Microwave will have a soft base.

Croissants 2 HIGH 10-15 secs.

4 HIGH 20 secs.

Rolls 1 HIGH 10 secs.

4 HIGH 20 secs.

CANNED BEANS, PASTA

Baked Beans, Ravioli in sauce 225 g HIGH 1

1

/

2

-2 mins.

447 g HIGH 3

1

/

2

-4 mins.

Spaghetti in Tomato Sauce 213 g HIGH 1

1

/

2

-2 mins.

CANNED SOUPS

Cream of Tomato 425 g HIGH 3

1

/

2

-4 mins. .

Minestrone 300 g HIGH 2

1

/

2

-3 mins.

CANNED PUDDINGS

Creamed Rice 425 g HIGH 2-2

1

/

2

mins.

624g HIGH 4 mins.

Sponge Pudding 300 g HIGH 1

1

/
2

mins.

CHRISTMAS PUDDINGS - Overheating may cause pudding to ignite

Slice 150 g HIGH 20 secs.

Small 450 g HIGH 1

1

/

2

-2 mins.

Medium 900 g HIGH 2

1

/

2

-3 mins.

DRINKS – COFFEE

1 mug 235 ml HIGH 2 mins.

2 mugs 470 ml HIGH 3

1

/
2

mins.

DRINKS – MILK

1 mug 235 ml HIGH 1 - 1

1

/

2

mins.

1 jug 600 ml HIGH 3 - 4 mins.

Weight/ Power Time to

Food Quantity Level Select (approx) Instructions/Guidelines

POINTS FOR CHECKING Always check that food is piping hot after reheating in the microwave.

If unsure return to oven. Foods will still require a STAND TIME, especially if they cannot be stirred.
The denser the food the longer the stand time.

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Place in a microwave safe dish on
turntable. Do not cover.

Reheating Charts

Place on microwave safe plate on
turntable. Do not cover.

Place on a microwave safe plate on
turntable.

Place in a microwave safe dish on
turntable. Do not cover.

Place on microwave safe plate on
turntable. Do not cover. Turn halfway.

Place in microwave safe dish on turntable.
Do not cover.

Place on a microwave safe plate on
turntable. Cover.

POINTS FOR CHECKING Always check that food is piping hot after reheating in the microwave.
If unsure return to oven. Foods will still require a STAND TIME, especially if they cannot be stirred.
The denser the food the longer the stand time.

PASTRY PRODUCTS - PRECOOKED - N.B. Pastries reheated by microwave will have a soft base.

Chicken Pie 480 g HIGH 4-4

1

/

2

mins.

Cornish Pastie 255 g (1) HIGH 1

1

/

2 -2 mins.

Quiche 400 g (1) HIGH 3-3

1

/

2

mins.

Steak & Kidney Pie 325 g (1) HIGH 2-2

1

/

2

mins.

Sausage Rolls 260 g (4) HIGH 1-1

1

/

2 mins.

Samosas 200 g (4) HIGH 1-1

1

/

2

mins.

Spring Roll 230 g (4) HIGH 1-2 mins.

Christmas Mince Pies 90 g (2) HIGH 5-10 secs.

PLATED MEALS - HOMEMADE - CHILLED

Child Size 1 HIGH 2-2

1

/

2

mins.

Adult Size 1 HIGH 4 -7 mins.

PUDDINGS & DESSERTS N.B. Transfer food from foil containers to a similar sized microwave safe dish

Bread & Butter Pudding 340 g HIGH 2-2

1

/

2

mins.

Fruit Crumble 400 g HIGH 3-3

1

/

2

mins.

Fruit Pie, individual 1 HIGH 5-10 secs.

4 HIGH 20-30 secs.

Milk Pudding for 1 HIGH 40-50 secs.

PURCHASED CONVENIENCE FOODS - CHILLED N.B. Transfer food from foil container to a similar sized

microwave safe dish. Plastic dishes designed for microwave and conventional ovens may be

used with care.

Cauliflower Cheese 450 g HIGH 6-6

1

/

2

mins.

Cottage Pie 450 g HIGH 7 mins.

Lasagne 300 g HIGH 5 mins.

Vegetable Bake 400 g HIGH 6-7 mins.

PURCHASED CONVENIENCE FOODS - FROZEN N.B. Transfer food from foil container to a similar

sized microwave safe dish. Plastic dishes designed for microwave and conventional ovens may be

used with care.

Lasagne 400 g HIGH 5 mins. + rest for 1 min.

+ HIGH 5-5

1

/

2

mins.

Salmon Crumble 340 g HIGH 4 mins. + rest for 1 min.

+ MED 6 mins.

Shepherd’s Pie 460 g HIGH 7 mins. + rest for 1 min.

+ MED 7-8 mins.

Weight/ Power Time to

Food Quantity Level Select (approx) Instructions/Guidelines

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Cooking Charts

Place on microwave safe rack or plate on
turntable and cover with kitchen towel to
minimise splatter.

Use 600 ml (1 pt) boiling water in a large
bowl. Cover.

Use 600 ml (1 pt) boiling water in a large bowl.
Cover. Must boil for at least 12 minutes to

destroy toxic enzymes.

Place on upturned saucer in flan dish or rack
on turntable. Cover and turn halfway. Drain
off fat during cooking.

8-8

1

/

2

mins. per

450 g (1 lb)

Place on upturned saucer breast side down in
flan dish on turntable. Cover, turn over halfway.

7-9 mins. per
450 g (1 lb)

2-3 or 30-40 secs
per rasher.

Place on microwave safe rack or plate on
turntable. Cover.

POINTS FOR CHECKING Always check that food is piping hot after reheating in the microwave.
If unsure return to oven. Foods will still require a STAND TIME, especially if they cannot be stirred.
The denser the food the longer the stand time.

•Place in a small bowl and heat for 1st
cooking time.

•Add egg (medium sized).

•Pierce yolk and white.

•Cover.

•Cook for 2nd cooking time.

•Then leave to stand for 1 min.

•Add 1 tbsp of milk for each egg used.

•Beat eggs, milk and knob of butter together.

•Cook for 1st cooking time then stir.

•Cook for 2nd cooking time then stand for
1 min.

BACON – from raw

Rashers 130 g (4) HIGH

BEANS & PULSES – should be pre-soaked (except lentils)

Chick Peas 225 g

HIGH 10 mins.

+ LOW 35 mins.

Lentils 225 g

LOW

10-12 mins.

Red Kidney Beans 225 g HIGH 15 mins.

+ LOW 35-40 mins.

BEEF – Joints from raw – Caution: Hot fat! Remove dish with care.

Medium Rare MEDIUM

CHICKEN from raw – Caution: Hot fat! Remove dish with care.

Breasts, boneless 500 g LOW 12 mins.

Drumsticks 450 g (4) LOW 8-10 mins.

Quarters 700 g (2) LOW 16-18 mins.

Whole HIGH

EGGS – Poached.

Water 45 ml HIGH 50 secs.

Egg 1 HIGH 30-40 secs.

Water 90 ml HIGH 1 min.

Eggs 2 HIGH 50 secs.

EGGS – Scrambled.

1 Egg HIGH 30 secs.

HIGH 20 secs.

2 Eggs HIGH 50 secs.

HIGH 40 secs.

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Food Quantity Level Select

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Instructions/Guidelines

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Place bag sauce side down on a
microwave safe plate. Slash top of bag
with a knife.

Add 30 ml (2 tbsp) of water. Only half
fill dish. Cover.

Place in microwave safe dish. Add 30 ml of
liquid. Cover.

Place on upturned saucer in microwave safe
dish or rack on turntable. Cover and turn joint
over halfway. Drain off fat during cooking.

Use 1 litre (1

3

/

4

pint) boiling water in a large

2 litres (4 pints) bowl. Cover.

Place on microwaveable safe dish or
rack on turntable. Cover.

Place on heatproof plate on turntable.
Do not cover.

Place in microwave safe dish or rack on
turntable. Cover.

Place on upturned saucer in microwave
safe dish or rack on turntable. Cover and
turn joint over halfway. Drain off fat during
cooking.

6-7 mins. per

450 g (1lb)

Cooking Charts

POINTS FOR CHECKING Always check that food is piping hot after reheating in the microwave.
If unsure return to oven. Foods will still require a STAND TIME, especially if they cannot be stirred.
The denser the food the longer the stand time.

9-10 mins. per

450 g (1lb)

1

1

/

2

-2

1

/

2

mins.

per 450g (1lb)

2

1

/
2

-3

1

/

2

mins.

per 450g (1lb)

3-4 mins.
per 450g (1lb)

7-8 mins.
per 450g (1lb)

Place on microwave safe plate or
microwave rack on turntable. Cover.

FISH – FROZEN from raw

Haddock Fillets 380 g (4) HIGH 5 mins.

+MED 5-6 mins.
Whole 450 g (2) HIGH 10-12 mins.
Boil in the Bag 170 g (1)

DEFROST 5 mins.

+ rest 2 mins.

+ LOW 6 mins.

FRUIT – Peel, slice, chop into even sized pieces. Place in shallow microwave safe dish.

Apples, Rhubarb, stewed 450 g HIGH 5 mins. Only half fill dish. Cover.
Plums – stewed 450 g HIGH 8-10 mins.

LAMB – from raw – CAUTION: Hot Fat! Remove dish with care.

Chops, loin 600 g (4) HIGH

+ LOW

Joints HIGH

+ LOW

PASTA – Place in a large 2 litre (4 pint) microwave safe bowl.

Macaroni 225 g HIGH 8 mins.

Spaghetti, Tagliatelli 225 g HIGH 7-8 mins.

PIZZA – FRESH CHILLED – N.B. Remove all packaging. Pizzas will have a soft base.

Thin & Crispy 400 g HIGH 4-4

1

/

2

mins.

Deep Pan 475 g HIGH 4-5 mins.

PORK – from raw – CAUTION: Hot Fat! Remove dish with care.

Chops 360 g (2) HIGH 2-3 mins.

+ LOW 4-5 mins.

Joints HIGH

+ LOW

PORRIDGE – N.B. Use a large bowl.

1 serving

1

/

2

cup oats HIGH 2

1

/

2

-3

mins.

Add 1 cup of water or milk. Stir halfway.

2 servings 1 cup oats HIGH 4

1

/

2

-5

1

/

2

mins. Add 2 cups of water or milk. Stir halfway.

RICE – Place in a large microwave safe bowl.

Basmati 250 g LOW 12-13 mins.

Use 600 ml (1 pt) to 800 ml (1

1

/

2

pt)

Easycook White 250 g HIGH 12-13 mins.

boiling water. Cover

.

SAUSAGES from raw - CAUTION: HOT FAT! Remove dish with care.

Thick 240 g (4) HIGH 2

1

/

2

-3 mins.

Thin 110 g (4) HIGH 1

1

/

2

-2 mins.

Weight/ Power Time to

Food Quantity Level Select

(approx)

Instructions/Guidelines

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Wash and prick skins. Place directly on
turntable. After cooking stand for 5 mins
wrapped in foil.

Cooking Charts

POINTS FOR CHECKING Always check that food is piping hot after reheating in the microwave.
If unsure return to oven. Foods will still require a STAND TIME, especially if they cannot be stirred.
The denser the food the longer the stand time.

Add 90 ml (6 tbsp) water. Cover.

Add 30 ml (2 tbsp) water. Cover.

FRESH VEGETABLES – Place in shallow microwave safe dish.

Green Beans 450 g HIGH 7-8 mins.

Beetroot 450 g HIGH 10-12 mins.

Broccoli + Cauliflower - florets 450 g HIGH 7-8 mins.

Brussel Sprouts 450 g HIGH 8-9 mins.

Cabbage – sliced 450 g HIGH 7-9 mins.

Carrots, Leeks 450 g HIGH 7-8 mins.

Corn on the Cob 450 g HIGH 6-7 mins.

Courgettes, Mange Tout 450 g HIGH 4-5 mins.

Peas 450 g HIGH 4-6 mins.

Potatoes – boiled 450 g HIGH 6-7 mins.

Potatoes – jacket 1 HIGH 5 mins.

(225 g / 8 oz each) 2 HIGH 8 mins.

FROZEN VEGETABLES – Place in shallow microwave safe dish.

Beans – green, Carrots 450 g HIGH 8-9 mins.

Cauliflower 450 g HIGH 10 mins.

Peas 450 g HIGH 6-7 mins.

Weight/ Power Time to

Food Quantity Level Select (approx) Instructions/Guidelines

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Soup and Snacks

Ingredients

100 g (4oz) quick cook macaroni
225 g (8oz) courgettes, sliced
100 g (4oz) bacon, chopped
50 g (2oz) butter
50 g (2oz) plain flour
600 ml (1pt) milk
100 g (4oz) cheese, grated
5 ml (1tsp) mustard
salt and pepper

Topping

30 ml (2tbsp) Parmesan cheese
30 ml (2tbsp) wholemeal breadcrumbs

Macaroni Cheese with Courgettes and Bacon

Serves 2

Ingredients

50 g (2oz) green lentils
10 ml (2tsp) oil, 1 small onion, sliced
3 ml (

1

/

2

tsp) grated root ginger
1 garlic clove, crushed
3 ml (

1

/

2

tsp) turmeric
3 ml (

1

/

2

tsp) chilli powder
5 ml (1tsp) curry powder
150 ml (

1

/

4

pt) natural yoghurt
50 g (2oz) mushrooms, sliced
2 tomatoes, peeled and chopped
150 ml (

1

/

4

pt) hot water
25 g (1oz) cashew nuts
225 g (8oz) cooked basmati rice

Garnish

hard boiled egg slices and
coriander leaves

Ingredients

25 g (1oz) butter
1 small onion, chopped
600 ml (1pt) hot chicken stock
225 g (8oz) button mushrooms, sliced
bouquet garni
15 ml (1tbsp) cornflour
300 ml (

1

/

2

pt) milk
salt and pepper
60 ml (4tbsp) single cream

Cream of Mushroom Soup Serves 4

Dish: large bowl

1. Place the butter and chopped onion in a large bowl.
Cover and cook on HIGH power for 3 mins or until
soft.

2. Add the stock, mushrooms and bouquet garni. Cover
and cook on HIGH power for 13-15 mins, or until
mushrooms are soft.

3. Remove the bouquet garni and blend until smooth.
Mix the cornflour with a little of the milk, then stir in
remaining milk. Add to the mushroom mixture.

4. Cover and cook on HIGH power for 5-6 mins, or until
thickened. Season and serve with cream swirled on
top.

Dish: 20 cm (8”) casserole

1. Cook macaroni in 450 ml (

3

/

4

pt) boiling water on HIGH

power for 6-8 mins, or until soft. Drain.

2. Place courgettes and bacon in a bowl. Cover and
cook on HIGH power for 3-4 mins, or until soft. Drain.

3. Place the butter in a large jug. Cook on HIGH power
for 40-50 secs. Stir in the flour and cook for 30-40
secs, on HIGH power. Gradually add milk, stir well
and cook on HIGH power for 4-5 mins. or until the
sauce is thick and bubbling. Stir frequently.

4. Add mustard and cheese. Mix in the macaroni,
courgettes and bacon. Pour into a casserole dish,
sprinkle over the topping and cook on HIGH power
for 2-3 mins. or until the cheese has melted.

Lentil Biryani Serves 2

Dish: large casserole

1. Soak the lentils in cold water for 1 hour then drain.

2. Place the oil and onion in a large bowl. Cover and
cook on HIGH power for 3-4 mins. or until softened.

3. Add the ginger, garlic, turmeric, chilli and curry
powder. Cover and cook on HIGH power for 2 mins.

4. Add the yoghurt, mushrooms, tomatoes, water and
lentils. Cover and cook on HIGH power for 15-20
mins. or until the lentils are tender and the liquid has
evaporated.

5. Add the lentil mixture and cashew nuts to the cooked
rice and mix thoroughly. Reheat on HIGH power if
necessary. Garnish and serve.

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Meat and Poultry

I

ngredients

25 g (1 oz) butter
2 medium onions, sliced
2 sticks celery, trimmed and chopped
100 g (4 oz) mushrooms, sliced
4 chicken quarters, skinned
300 ml (

1

/

2

pt) hot chicken stock
296 g (14 oz) can tomatoes
salt and pepper
30 ml (2 tbsp) cornflour

Chicken Casserole Serves 4

Dish: 3 litre (6 pt) casserole

1. Place vegetables and butter in dish. Cover and
cook on HIGH power for 2-4 mins. or until soft.

2. Place chicken on top of vegetables, cover with
stock and tomatoes and add salt and pepper to
taste.

3. Cover and cook on HIGH power for 5 mins. then
LOW power for 30-35 mins. or until well cooked
through.

4. Mix cornflour with a little water. Remove chicken
from casserole, skim off excess fat and stir in
cornflour paste. Cook on HIGH power for 2 mins.
Serve chicken with sauce poured over.

N.B. If diced boneless breast is used in place of the

quarters, reduce 2nd cooking time to 10-14
mins. on LOW power or until well cooked
through. Stir halfway.

Ingredients

3-4 cloves garlic, crushed
1 cm (

1

/

4

”) piece fresh ginger, grated
50 g (2 oz) ground almonds
3x15 ml (3 tbsp) water
3 whole cardamen pods
2 cloves

2.5 cm (1”) stick of cinnamon
1 onion chopped
2x15 ml (2 tbsp) oil
450 g (1 lb) boned lamb, trimmed and cut
into cubes
1x5 ml (1 tsp) ground coriander
1x5 ml (1 tsp) ground cumin

1.5 ml (

1

/

4

tsp) garam masala

1.5 ml (

1

/

4

tsp) cayenne pepper

150 ml (

1

/
4

pt) single cream

salt and pepper

Lamb in a Spicy Cream and Almond Sauce

Serves 4

Dish: Large casserole dish

1. Mix together the garlic, ginger, almonds and water
to make a thick paste.

2. Place the cardamen pods, cloves, cinnamon,
onion and oil in the casserole dish cook on HIGH
power for 2 mins.

3. Add the lamb and cook for 5 mins. on HIGH
power or until light brown in colour. Stir halfway.

4. Stir in the rest of the spices, the almond mixture,
cream, salt and pepper. Cover and cook on LOW
power for about 35-40 mins. or until the meat is
tender. Stir the casserole 2-3 times during the
cooking time.

5. Remove the whole cardamen pods, cloves and
cinnamon before serving with rice or other
vegetables.

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Ingredients

225 g (8oz) pork fillet, diced

Sweet & Sour Sauce:

15 ml (1tbsp) oil
1 small carrot cut into matchsticks
1 spring onion, thinly sliced
small green pepper, cut into strips
225 g (8oz) can pineapple chunks,
drained (reserve juice)
10 ml (2tsp) soft brown sugar
5 ml (1tsp) cornflour
pinch garlic salt
5 ml (1tsp) cider vinegar
10 ml (2tsp) soy sauce
5 ml (1tsp) tomato ketchup

Pork with Sweet & Sour Sauce Serves 2

Dish: small casserole

1. Place pork in dish, cover and cook on LOW power
for 7-9 mins. or until juices run clear.

2. Place oil, carrot, onion and green pepper in a
bowl. Cover and cook on HIGH power for 2-3
mins. or until vegetables are tender.

3. Mix half the reserved juice with the remaining
ingredients except pineapple. Cover and cook on
HIGH power for 2-3 mins. or until clear and
thickened. Stir halfway.

4. Add the sauce to the vegetables. Stir in the
pineapple. Mix well.

5. Cook on HIGH power for 1 min. or until heated
through. Spoon over cooked pork. Reheat for

1-2 mins. on HIGH power or until piping hot.

Ingredients

50 g (2oz) creamed coconut
45 ml (3tbsp) crunchy peanut butter
45 ml (3tbsp) lemon juice
30 ml (2tbsp) soy sauce
large pinch of chilli powder
2 chicken breast fillets, skinned
15 ml (1tbsp) vegetable oil
1 garlic clove, crushed
3 ml ( 1/2tsp) ground turmeric
3 ml ( 1/2tsp) five-spice powder
3 ml ( 1/2tsp) coriander seeds
3 ml ( 1/2tsp) cumin seeds

Chicken Satay Serves 2

Dish: 4 wooden skewers + shallow dish

1. For the serving sauce: Crumble 25 g (1oz) of
creamed coconut into a large jug. Add the peanut
butter, 15 ml (1tbsp) of the lemon juice, 15 ml
(1tbsp) of the soy sauce, the chilli powder and

150 ml (

1

/4 pt) water. Cook on HIGH power for

3-4 mins. or until the sauce boils and thickens,
stirring frequently. Turn into a serving bowl.

2. Cut the chicken into small chunks and place in a
bowl. Put the remaining creamed coconut, lemon
juice and soy sauce into a blender or food
processor. Add the remaining ingredients and
blend until smooth.

3. Pour over the chicken. Cover and marinate in the
fridge for 2-3 hours or overnight.

4. Thread the chicken onto wooden skewers. Place
in a shallow dish, cover with any remaining
marinade and cook covered on HIGH power for 6­8 mins. or until cooked, turn and baste frequently.
Serve hot with the sauce for dipping.

Ingredients

1 small onion, diced
1 clove garlic, crushed
5 ml (1tsp) oil
200 g (7oz) can chopped tomatoes
15 ml (1tbsp) tomato puree
5 ml (1tsp) mixed herbs
225 g (8oz) minced beef
salt and pepper

Savoury Mince Serves 2

Dish: 1.5 litre (3pt) casserole dish

1. Place onion, garlic and oil in casserole, cover and
cook on HIGH power for 2-3 mins. or until soft.

2. Place all other ingredients in casserole. Stir well.

3. Cover and cook on HIGH power for 5 mins. then
LOW power for 10-15 mins. or until the meat is
cooked.

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Fish

ARRANGING

Thin fillets of fish i.e. plaice,
should be rolled up prior to
cooking to avoid overcooking
on the thinner outside edge
and tail.
Fish steaks should be
arranged in a circle, thicker
part to the outside. Cover with
cling film or lid.

LIQUID
Fresh fish should always be

sprinkled with 30ml (2tbsp) of
water, lemon juice or white
wine.
When cooking Frozen fish,
add liquid as above for even
cooking.
Do not sprinkle salt onto fish
before cooking as this may
make the fish dry.

NOISE

During cooking, popping
sounds may be heard. This is
due to moisture trapped
between the flesh, particularly
with oily fish such as salmon
and mackerel. This can be
minimised when cooking the
fish if the skin and flesh is
pierced several times with a
cocktail stick.

Ingredients

25 g (1 oz) butter
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 small onion, finely chopped
15 ml (1tbsp) plain flour
15 ml (1tbsp) curry powder
grated rind and juice of

1

/

2

lemon

300 ml (

1

/

2

pt) hot fish stock
25 g (1oz) sultanas
10 ml (2tsp) tomato puree
30 ml (2tbsp) sweet chutney
450 g (1lb) haddock, skinned and
chopped
salt and pepper
75 g (3oz) creamed coconut

Fish Curry Serves 2

Dish: casserole dish (1.5 litre (3pt))

1. Melt the butter in the casserole dish on HIGH
power for 30-40 secs. or until melted.

2. Stir in the garlic and onion and cook covered on
HIGH power for 3 mins.

3. Stir in the flour, curry powder, lemon rind and juice
and fish stock. Cover and cook on HIGH power for
3 mins. stirring halfway through the cooking time.

4. Stir in the remaining ingredients except the
coconut, cover and cook on HIGH power for 4-5
mins. or until fish flakes, stirring occasionally.

5. Break up the coconut with a fork, then stir into the
curry.

Ingredients

450 g (1 lb) smoked haddock
30 ml (2tbsp) lemon juice
15 ml (1tbsp) oil
1 large onion, sliced
600 g (1

1

/

4

lb) cooked jacket potatoes,
sliced
40 g (1

1

/

2

oz) butter

40 g (1

1

/

2

oz) flour

3 ml (

1

/

2

tsp) mustard
600 ml (1pt) milk
salt and pepper
100 g (4oz) Red Leicester cheese
75 g (3oz) wholemeal breadcrumbs

Family Fish Pie Serves 4

Dish: large casserole

1. Arrange fish in a shallow dish. Add lemon juice,
cover and cook on HIGH power for 3-4 mins. or
until it flakes easily.

2. Place onion and oil in a bowl. Cover and cook on
HIGH power for 3 mins. or until the onion is soft.

3. Melt the butter on HIGH power for 30-40 secs. Stir
in the flour and mustard and cook for a further 20
secs. Add milk and seasoning, gradually stirring to
a smooth paste. Cook on HIGH power for 5-6
mins. or until the sauce is thick and bubbling. Stir
twice during cooking. Add 75 g (3oz) of grated
cheese to the sauce and stir well.

4. Flake the fish and arrange in the serving dish. Add
onions and place the sliced potatoes on top.

5. Pour over the cheese sauce. Sprinkle with
breadcrumbs and remaining cheese.

6. Cook on LOW power for 8-10 mins. or until the
mixture has been completely reheated.

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Vegetables

Ingredients

40 g (11/2oz) dried Cep mushrooms
50 g (2oz) butter
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1 small onion, finely chopped
freshly ground black pepper
250 g (8oz) Arborio rice
300 ml (1/2pt) hot vegetable stock
12 basil leaves, torn

Wild Mushroom and Basil Risotto Serves 4

Dish: 3 litre (6pt) casserole dish

1. Soak mushrooms in 300 ml (

1

/2pt) warm water.

2. Place the butter, garlic and onion in a large bowl,
cover with cling film and cook on HIGH power for

3-4 mins. or until softened. Season with freshly
ground black pepper.

3. Stir the rice into the butter mixture and add the hot
stock and soaking liquid from the mushrooms.
Cover and cook for a further 5 mins on HIGH
power.

4. Stir the mushrooms into the rice mixture. Cover and
cook for a further 5 mins. on HIGH power.

5. Stir and add the basil. Continue to cook for the final
5 mins. on HIGH power. Leave to stand for approx.
10 mins. and then stir with a fork.

Ingredients

1 cauliflower, trimmed and cut into florets
90 ml (6tbsp) water
25 g (1oz) butter
25 g (1oz) flour
3 ml (

1

/2tsp) French mustard

300 ml (

1

/2pt) milk

seasoning to taste

Topping:

75 g (3oz) grated red cheese
15 ml (1tbsp) brown breadcrumbs

Cauliflower Cheese Serves 2

Dish: large bowl + shallow casserole

1. Place cauliflower upside down in a bowl. Add water.
Cover and cook on HIGH power for 8 mins. or until
tender. Drain.

2. Melt butter on HIGH power for 30-40 secs. Stir in
flour and mustard. Cook for a further 20-30 secs.
Add milk gradually. Stir well and season. Cook on
HIGH power for 2-3 mins. or until sauce is thick and
bubbling. Stir once halfway during cooking.

3. Stir in 50 g (2oz) grated cheese. Pour the sauce
over the cauliflower. Top with remaining cheese and
breadcrumbs.

4. Cook on HIGH power for 1-2 mins. or until cheese
melts.

Ingredients

1 medium aubergine, diced
salt, 15 ml (1tbsp) oil
1 clove of garlic, chopped
pinch cayenne pepper
5 ml (1tsp) ground coriander
3 ml (1/2tsp) ground cumin
3 ml (1/2tsp) turmeric

2.5 cm (1”) root ginger, peeled & sliced

1

/

2

small cauliflower, divided into florets
1 medium potato, diced
50 g (2oz) green beans, sliced

1

/2fresh chilli, deseeded and sliced
150 ml (1/4pt) vegetable stock
200 g (7oz) can chopped tomatoes
50 g (2oz) cashew nuts

Vegetable Curry Serves 2

Dish: 3 litre (6pt) casserole

1. Sprinkle the aubergine liberally with salt in a
colander. Stand for 30 mins. to remove bitter juices.
Rinse well under cold water and drain.

2. Combine oil, garlic and spices in the casserole,
cover and cook on HIGH power for 2 mins.

3. Add all other ingredients to casserole, except
cashews. Cover and cook on HIGH power for 5
mins. then LOW power for 25-30 mins. or until
vegetables are soft. Stir occasionally.

4. Sprinkle with cashews and serve with boiled rice.

N.B. This recipe is best cooked in advance, chilled and

then reheated to allow the flavours to develop.

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Desserts / Cakes

Ingredients

150 g (5oz) self-raising flour
pinch of salt
50 g (2oz) caster sugar
50 g (2oz) suet
1 egg
150 ml (1/4pt) milk
30 ml (2 tbsp) jam or golden syrup
Optional:
add 1 tbsp of sultanas to dry ingredients

Steamed Suet Sponge Pudding Serves 4

Dish: 1 litre (2 pt) pudding basin

1. In a mixing bowl, sift together the flour and salt.
Stir in the sugar and suet.

2. Make a well in the centre and add beaten egg and
milk. Mix to a soft dropping consistency.

3. Put the jam in the base of the greased pudding
basin and pour pudding mixture over. Cook on
HIGH power for 4-5 mins. until firm.

Ingredients

75g (3 oz) self-raising flour
3 ml (

1

/2tsp) baking powder
3 ml (1/2tsp) mixed spice
25 g (1oz) butter
1 egg
30 ml (2tbsp) treacle
60 ml (2fl.oz) stout
15 ml (1tbsp) rum or brandy
200 g (7oz) mincemeat
25 g (1oz) apple, grated
75 g (3oz) currants
25 g (1oz) chopped nuts

Christmas Puddings Serves 4

Dish: 4 ramekins, base lined

1. Place all ingredients into a large mixing bowl and
stir until throroughly mixed.

2. Divide mixture equally between the ramekins.

3. Place towards outer edge of the turntable and
cook on HIGH power for 3-4 mins. or until cooked.

Ingredients

15 ml (1tbsp) golden syrup
2 pineapple slices, drained
2 glacé cherries
50 g (2oz) margarine
50 g (2oz) caster sugar
1 egg
50 g (2oz) self raising flour
15 ml (1tbsp) milk

Individual Pineapple

Upside Down Pudding Serves 2

Dish: 2 ramekin dishes, base lined

1. Put

1

/2tbsp golden syrup in the base of each

ramekin; arrange pineapple slice and cherry on
top of the syrup in the base.

2. Cream together the margarine and sugar until light
and fluffy. Beat in the egg gradually. Fold in the
flour and mix to a soft consistency with the milk.

3. Spoon the mixture over the pineapple and cook
on HIGH power for 2-3 mins. or until cooked.
Leave to cool slightly before turning upside down
onto a serving plate.

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Ingredients

100 g (4oz) plain chocolate
100 g (4oz) butter
100 g (4oz) soft dark brown sugar
100 g (4oz) self-raising flour
10 ml (2tsp) cocoa powder
pinch salt
2 eggs, beaten
3 ml (1/2 tsp) vanilla essence
100 g (4oz) walnuts, chopped

Boston Brownies

Dish: 20 cm (8”) square dish lined with
greaseproof

1. Place chocolate and butter in a bowl and cook on
HIGH power for 1 min. or until chocolate has melted.

2. Stir in all other ingredients and beat well.

3. Pour into dish and cook on LOW power for 6 mins. or
until just slightly sticky. Allow to cool and then cut into
squares.

Ingredients

75 g (3oz) butter or margarine
30 ml (2tbsp) golden syrup
75 g (3oz) light brown sugar
150 g (5oz) porridge oats
50 g (2oz) raisins

Chewy Flapjacks

Dish: 20 cm (8”) round dish

1. Place butter, syrup and sugar in a bowl and cook on
HIGH power for 1-2 mins. or until melted.

2. Stir in the oats and raisins. Press into dish. Cook on
HIGH power for 3 mins. or until the centre is bubbling.
Allow to cool slightly then cut into 8 pieces.

Ingredients

200 g (7 oz) fresh dates, stoned and
finely chopped
175 g (6 oz) self-raising flour
5 ml (1 tsp) baking powder
5 ml (1 tsp) vanilla essence
15 ml (1 tbsp) Camp coffee essence
100 ml (31/

2

fl. oz) milk
75 g (3 oz) butter
150 g (5 oz) caster sugar
2 eggs lightly beaten

Butterscotch sauce

45 g (1

3

/

4

oz) butter
120 ml (8 tbsp) soft brown sugar
200 ml (7 fl. oz) whipping cream
15 ml (1 tbsp) vanilla essence

Date Puddings and Butterscotch Sauce

Serves 6

Dish: Individual microwave proof moulds

1. Pour 175 ml (6 fl. oz) boiling water over the chopped
dates and set aside to cool.

2. Sift together flour and baking powder. Add vanilla and
coffee essence to the milk.

3. Cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add
eggs a little at a time.

4. Fold in the flour and flavoured milk, then pour in the
date mixture.

5. Place in six moulds. Cook on HIGH power for 8-10
mins. and leave to stand for 10 mins.

Sauce

1. Place butter in a large jug and cook on HIGH power
for 50 sec. to 1 minute, or until bubbling.

2. Add sugar and stir until it has dissolved, cooking for 1
minute at a time on HIGH power. Continue to cook
until liquid is foaming and bubbling 30 sec. at a time
on HIGH power.

3. Slowly pour in the cream and bring to the boil on
HIGH power for 2-3 mins. Add essence. Stir, continue
to boil on HIGH power 30 sec. at a time until it starts
to thicken.

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Ingredients

450 g (1 lb) soft fruit, washed
450 g (1 lb) caster sugar
30 ml (2 tbsp) lemon juice
5 ml (1 tsp) butter

Soft Fruit Jam Makes approx. 1

1

/

2

lbs jam

Dish: large bowl

1. Place all ingredients in a large bowl and stir. Cook
on HIGH power for 5 mins. (10-15 mins. if using
frozen fruit), stirring frequently. Continue to cook
in one minute intervals until sugar has dissolved.

2. Wash down any sugar crystals from around the
bowl.

3. Bring mixture to the boil and continue to cook until
setting point is reached – approx. 15-25 mins.
Test regularly for setting point.

Sauces

Jam

Custard

Dish: 1 litre (2pt) jug

1. Mix together the custard powder, sugar and a little
milk to form a smooth paste.

2. Blend in the remaining milk, whisking well.

3. Cook on HIGH power for 4-5 mins. Whisk well
halfway through cooking time and again at the
end.

I

ngredients

30 ml (2tbsp) custard power
15 ml (1tbsp) sugar
600 ml (1pt) cold milk

White Pouring Sauce

Dish: 1 litre (2pt) jug

1. Melt butter in jug on HIGH power for 20-40 secs.

2. Stir in the flour to make a roux.

3. Add the milk gradually stirring continuously until
well combined.

4. Cook for 2 mins. on HIGH power. Stir and cook
for a further 3 mins. Sauce should be smooth and
glossy and coat the back of a spoon.

Ingredients

30 g (1oz) butter
30 g (1oz) flour
600 ml (1pt) milk

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Technical Specifications

Rated Voltage: 230 V 50 Hz

Operating Frequency: 2,450 MHz

Input Power:

Microwave 1200 W

Output Power: Microwave 800 W (IEC-705)

Outer Dimensions: 455 mm (W) x 313 mm (D)

x 281 mm (H)

Oven Cavity Dimensions: 310 mm (W) x 294 mm (D)

x 205 mm (H)

Weight: 12 Kg

Weight and Dimensions shown are approximate.

E00035N70BP