Panasonic NN-K181MMBPQ Instruction manual
Operating Instructions and Cookery Book
Microwave & Grill Oven
Model No:
NN-K181MM
For domestic use only
Important safety instructions
Please read carefully and keep for future reference
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
The IEC (60705) power
output (watts)
800W
The heating category for
E
Microwave symbol
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 ʻEʼ, 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 27-32 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
small packs of food
, close 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 0844 8443868
Selected Spares and Accessories:
Order direct on line at www.panasonic.co.uk or by telephoning the
Customer Care Centre number above.
For Cookery Advice call: 01344 862108
Alternatively visit our web site at www.theideaskitchen.co.uk
Contents
1
Safety Information 2
Unpacking your oven 3
Before using your oven 4
Care & cleaning 5
Maintenance of your oven 6
Parts of your oven 7
Important Information 8-9
Microwaving Principles 10
Control Panels 11
General Guidelines 12-13
Containers to use 14-15
Setting the Clock/Timer/Child Safety Lock 16
Microwave Cooking and Defrosting 17
Grilling 18
Combination Cooking 19
Auto Weight Defrost 20
Defrosting Guidelines 21
Defrosting Charts 22
Auto Weight Programs 23-25
Cooking and Reheating Guidelines 26
Reheating Charts 27-29
Cooking Charts 29-32
Recipes 33-40
Technical Specifications 41
Important safety instructions
2
Please read carefully and keep for future
reference
This appliance is supplied with a moulded
three pin mains plug for your safety and
convenience. A 13 amp fuse is fitted in this
plug.
Should the fuse need to be replaced, please
ensure that the replacement fuse has the
correct rating for the type of mains plug fitted
and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to
BSI362.
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
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.
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 BLUE.
The wire which is coloured BROWN must be
connected to the terminal in the plug which is
marked with the letter L or coloured BROWN.
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.
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.
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.
Unpacking your oven
3
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 the dealer immediately if unit is
damaged. Do NOT install if unit is damaged.
2. Guarantee
Your receipt is your guarantee, please keep safe.
3. Cord
If the supply cord of this appliance is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or itʼs
service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
Note: 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.
Placement of your oven
This oven is intended for household countertop use only. It is not
intended for built-in use or for use inside a cupboard.
1. Oven must be placed on a flat, stable surface 850mm above floor
level. For proper operation, the oven must have sufficient air flow,
i.e. 5cm at one side, the other being open; 15cm clear over the top;
10cm 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 with blank display until it has cooled.
4. Do not use outdoors.
5. This appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an
external timer or separate remote control system.
5cm
15cm
10cm
open
Caution: Hot surfaces
4
1. Hot Surfaces
Exterior oven surfaces, including air vents
on the cabinet and the oven door, will get
hot during COMBINATION and GRILLING.
Use care when opening or closing the door
and when inserting or removing food and
accessories. The oven has a heater
situated in the top of the oven. After using
the COMBINATION and GRILL functions
the roof and walls will be very hot.
allowed to operate the oven under
supervision. Ensure that children do not
touch the hot outer casing after operation
of the oven.
3. When the appliance is operated in Grill or
Combination mode, children
should only use the oven
under adult supervision due
to the temperatures
generated.
2. Children should be kept away from the
oven at all times and should only be
Before using your oven
1. Exterior oven surfaces, including air vents on the cabinet and the oven door will get hot during
COMBINATION and GRILLING, take care when opening or closing the door and when
inserting or removing food and accessories.
2. The oven has a heater situated in the top of the oven. After using either the GRILL or
COMBINATION functions, the inside surfaces of the oven will be very hot. Care should be
taken to avoid touching any of the inside surfaces near the heating element inside the oven.
N.B. After cooking by these modes, the oven accessories will be very hot.
3. In the case of electronic failure, the oven can only be turned off at wall socket.
4. 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.
5. Storage of Accessories
Do not store any objects other than oven accessories inside the oven in case it is accidentally
turned on.
6. Before Use
Before using COMBINATION or GRILL function for the first time operate the oven without food
and accessories (including glass turntable and roller ring) on GRILL 1 for 5 mins. This will
allow the oil that is used for rust protection to be burned off. This is the only time that the oven
is operated empty.
7. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been
given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance by a person responsible
for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
appliance.
CAUTION: All inside surfaces of the oven will be hot.
DO NOT OPERATE THE OVEN EMPTY.
(Apart from in point 6 above).
The appliance must not be operated by MICROWAVE or
COMBINATION WITHOUT FOOD IN THE OVEN.
Operation when empty will damage the appliance.
Care & Cleaning of your Microwave Oven
5
IMPORTANT - It is essential for the safe operation of the oven that it is kept
clean, and wiped out after each use. Failure to maintain the oven in a clean
condition could lead to deterioration of a surface that could adversely affect
the life of the appliance and possibly result in a hazardous situation.
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. Take care when cleaning around the microwave feed guide.
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 the 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.
6. Keep air vents clear at all times. Check that no dust or other material is blocking any of the
air vents on the top, bottom or rear of the oven. If air vents become blocked this could
cause overheating which would affect the operation of the oven and possibly result in a
hazardous situation.
7. 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.
8. It is occasionally necessary to remove the glass turntable for cleaning. Wash the turntable
in warm soapy water. Do not place in the dishwasher.
9. The roller ring and oven cavity floor should be cleaned regularly to avoid excessive
noise. Simply wipe the bottom surface of the oven, particularly the turntable spindle and the
area surrounding this, with mild detergent and hot water then dry with a clean cloth. The
roller ring may be washed in mild soapy water. After removing the roller ring from cavity
floor for cleaning, be sure to replace it in the proper position.
10. When GRILLING or cooking by COMBINATION, some foods may splatter grease onto
the oven walls. If the oven is not cleaned to eliminate this grease, it can accumulate and
cause the oven to ʻSMOKEʼ during use. These marks will be more difficult to clean later.
11. A steam cleaner is not to be used for cleaning.
12. Do not use harsh abrasive cleaners or sharp metal scrapers to clean the oven door glass
since they can scratch the surface, which may result in shattering of the glass.
Maintenance of your oven
6
1. Service
WHEN YOUR OVEN REQUIRES A SERVICE call your local Panasonic engineer (Customer
Care Centre on 0844 8443868 can recommend an engineer). 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. Selected Spares and Accessories
These may be ordered direct; on line at www.panasonic.co.uk or by telephoning the Customer
Care Centre 0844 8443868. Most major credit and debit cards accepted. Ensure you quote
the correct model number.
Parts of Your Oven
7
1. Do not operate the oven without the Roller
Ring 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 utensils on the glass turntable
touch the oven walls, this will cause the
turntable to stop moving, it will then
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).
External Air Vents
See-through
Oven Window
Door Safety
Lock System
Grill Element
7. While cooking by MICROWAVE or
COMBINATION the turntable may vibrate.
This will not affect cooking performance.
8. The metal Grill Rack must ONLY be used
as directed for GRILLING and
COMBINATION cooking. Never use this
on MICROWAVE only. Do not use if
operating the oven with less than 200g
(7oz) of food on a manual Combination
program. FAILURE TO USE
ACCESSORIES CORRECTLY COULD
DAMAGE YOUR OVEN.
9. Arcing may occur if the incorrect weight of
food is used, a metal container has been
used accidentally, or the grill rack has
been damaged. If this occurs, stop the
machine immediately. You can continue to
cook by GRILL ONLY.
10. Always refer to instructions for correct
accessories to use on all programs. The
glass turntable and Roller Ring are the
only accessories used for MICROWAVE
cooking.
Glass Turntable
The glass turntable and roller ring are the only
accessories used for Microwave Cooking.
Door Safety
Lock System
Power Supply Cord
Display Window
Microwave
Feed Guide
(Do not remove)
Control Panel
Identification Plate
Door Release Pad
Roller Ring
1. The Roller Ring and oven
floor should be cleaned
frequently to prevent
excessive noise.
2. The Roller Ring must always
be used together with the
Glass Turntable for cooking.
Grill Rack
Push to open the door.
Opening the door during cooking will stop the
cooking process without cancelling the
program. Cooking resumes as soon as the
door is closed and start is pressed.
Important Information – Read Carefully
8
Safety
If smoke or a fire occurs in the oven, press
Stop/Cancel button 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 ON MICROWAVE OR
COMBINATION.
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. We do not recommend
heating foods low in moisture such as
popcorn or poppadoms. This oven has
been developed for food use. We do not
recommend that it is used for heating non
food items such as wheat bags or hot
water bottles
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. See pages
27-29.
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 donʼt
then steam and pressure might build up
inside and cause an explosion even after
the microwave cooking has stopped.
Important Information – Read Carefully
9
8. Deep Fat Frying.
Do not attempt to deep fat fry in your oven.
9. Meat Thermometer.
Use a meat thermometer to check the
degree of cooking of joints 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 recycled 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 manufacturerʼs 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. See page 22.
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. Grilling
The oven will only operate on the GRILL
function with the door closed.
15. Utensils.
Before use check that utensils/containers
are suitable for use in microwave ovens.
See pages 14-15.
16. 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. See page 26.
17. Arcing.
Arcing may occur if a metal container has
been used accidentally or if the incorrect
weight of food is used or the grill rack has
been damaged. 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. Continue to cook by GRILL only.
18. 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).
Microwaving Principles
10
Important Notes
Microwave energy has been used in this country to cook and
reheat food since early experiments with radar in World War II.
Microwaves are present in the atmosphere all the time, both
naturally and from manmade sources.
Manmade sources include radar, radio, television,
telecommunication links and car phones.
How Microwaves cook food
Oven cavity
Turntable
13 Amp fused socket
Wave Guide
Magnetron
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
greater or lesser extent.
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
11⁄2-2 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.
The dish used to cook or
reheat the food will get
warm during cooking, as the
heat conducts from the
food. Even when micro waving, oven gloves are
required!
MICROWAVES CANNOT
PASS THROUGH METAL
AND THERE FORE METAL
COOKING UTEN SILS 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.
This is because these foods
rely on dry external heat to
cook correctly, do not
attempt to cook by micro wave.
Foods that require deep fat
frying cannot be cooked
either.
Boiled Eggs
Do not boil eggs in your
microwave. Raw eggs
boiled in their shells can
explode and cause serious
injury
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 12).
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(2)
(5)
(6)
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NN-K181MM
Control Panels
(1) Display Window
(2) Microwave Power Levels
(3) Grill Pad
(4) Combination Pad
(5) Time Pads
(6) Auto Weight Microwave Programs
(3)
(7) Auto Weight Combination Programs
(4)
(8) Auto Weight Defrost Pad
(9) Timer /Clock Pad
(10) Weight Selection Pads
(8)
(11) Stop /Cancel Pad:
(7)
(9)
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.
(12) Start Pad
(11)
*The design of your control panel may vary
(12)
from the panel displayed (depending on colour),
but the words on the pads will be the same.
General Guidelines
12
STANDING TIME
Dense foods e.g. meat, jacket potatoes and
cakes, require standing time (inside or outside
of the oven) after cook ing, to allow heat to
finish con ducting to the centre of the food to
cook through 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. If food is not
cooked after standing time, return to the oven
and cook for additional time. After defrosting
food, standing time should also be allowed.
See pages 20-22.
QUANTITY
Small quantities cook faster than large
quantities, also small meals will reheat more
quickly than large portions.
SPACING
PIERCING
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 es cape. Eggs, potatoes, apples,
sausages etc, will all need to be pierced
before cooking. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO BOIL
EGGS IN THEIR SHELLS.
COVERING
Foods cook more quickly and evenly if spaced
apart. NEVER pile foods on top of each other.
MOISTURE CONTENT
Many fresh foods e.g. veget ables 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, cas seroles, soups. Do
not cover cakes, sauces, jacket potatoes or
pastry items.
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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