Sharp R67B1S User Manual

FLATBED MICROWAVE
WITH GRILL
OPERATION MANUAL and COOKING GUIDE
Thank you for buying a Sharp Microwave Oven. Please keep this operation manual handy, as it describes all the features of your oven and will enable you to cook many varieties of foods. The manual is divided into two sections:
2.MANUAL CHART GUIDES This section is at the back of the manual, it contains the more commonly used information such as how to prepare food, which cooking utensil to use, standing time.
Please take some time to read your operation manual carefully, paying particular attention to the warnings and special notes, the automatic cooking menus programmed into your new oven have been carefully developed to give optimum results when the step by step instructions are followed. When selecting another home appliance, please again consider our full range of Sharp products.
MODEL
R-67B1(S/W)
CONTENTS
Special Notes and Warning 2 Oven and Accessories / Installation Control Panel 4
Setting the Clock 5 Microwave Power Level 5
Grill Operation
Easy Desfrost 9
Defrosting Advice 9
Other Convenient Functions 10 Reheating Advice 11 Care and Cleaning 12
Service Call Check 12
Specifications 12
Manual Chart Guides
Defrost Times for Meat, Poultry and Bread A-1
Fresh Vegetable Chart
Frozen Vegetable Chart Rice and Pasta Cooking Chart A-3 Scrambled Egg Guide A-3
Reheating / Defrosting Convenience A-4
Grill Food Chart A-5
Cooking and Utensil Guide A-6
Helpful Hints
Cooking Guides / Recipes B-1 - B-8
Pages
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10 Multi-Stage Cooking
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A-3
A-7
WARRANTY
Consumer Electronic Products
Congratulations on Your Purchase!
This Sharp product is warranted against faults in material and manufacture for the period as stated in the table below.
If service is required during the warranty period, please contact your nearest Sharp Approved Service Centre. These repairs would be carried out at no charge to the owner, subject to the conditions specified herein.
This warranty does not extend to defects or injuries caused by or resulting from causes not attributable to faulty parts or the manufacture of the product, including but not limited to, defect or injury caused by or resulting from misuse, abuse, neglect, lack of maintenance, accidental damage, improper voltage, liquid spillage, vermin infestation, software, or any alterations made to the product which are not authorised by Sharp.
Please retain your sales documentation, as this should be produced to validate a warranty claim. This warranty is in addition to and in no way limits, varies or excludes any implied rights and remedies under any relevant legislation in the country of sale.
This warranty does not cover transportation to and from the Sharp Approved Service Centre. Goods presented for repair may be replaced by refurbished goods of the same type rather than being repaired. Refurbished parts may be used to repair the goods. The repair of your goods may result in the loss of user generated data, please ensure that you have saved this data elsewhere prior to repair.
Australian customers: Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure. The criteria of a major failure is defined in the Australian Consumer Law. Should you require any assistance with a major failure please contact Sharp Customer Care.
WARRANTY PERIODS Home Theatre Projector 12 months Audio/Home Theatre 12 months Microwave / Steam Oven 12 months Slow Juicer 12 months Refrigerator 24 months DVD/Blu-ray 12 months Washing Machine 24 months Portable Air Conditioner 12 months LCD Television 12 months Air Purifier 12 months Vacuum Cleaner 24 months
(excluding lamps and air filters)
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WARNING
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS : READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. To reduce the risk of fi re in the oven cavity:
a. Do not overcook food. b. Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags before placing bag in the oven. c. Do not heat oil or fat for deep frying. The temperature of the oil cannot be controlled. d. Look at the oven from time to time when food is heated in disposable containers made of plastic,
paper or other combustible materials for signs of smoke or burning.
e. If materials inside the oven should ignite, or smoke is observed, keep oven door closed, turn oven
off, and disconnect the power plug, or shut off power at the fuse or circuit breaker panel. To reduce the risk of an explosion or delayed eruptive boiling when handling the container. Your microwave oven is capable of heating food and beverages very quickly therefore, it is very important that you select the appropriate cooking time and power level for the type and quantity of food to be heated. If you are unsure of the cooking time and power level required, begin with low cooking times and power levels until the food is suffi ciently heated evenly throughout. Additionally:
a. Do not place sealed containers in the oven. Babies bottles fi tted with a screw cap or teat are
considered to be sealed containers.
b. Do not use excessive amount of time. c. When boiling liquids in the oven, use a wide-mouthed container. d. Stand at least for 20 seconds at the end of cooking to avoid delayed eruptive boiling of liquids. e. Stir the liquid before and during cooking. Use extreme care when handling the container or inserting
a spoon or other utensil into the container. This oven is for home food preparation only and should only be used for heating, cooking and defrosting food and beverage. It is not suitable for commercial, laboratory use, or heating therapeutic devices eg. Wheat bags. Never operate the oven whilst any object is caught or jammed between the door and the oven. Do not try to adjust or repair the oven yourself. It is hazardous for anyone other than a qualifi ed service technician trained by SHARP to carry out any service or repair operation. Especially those which involve the removal of a cover which
against exposure to microwave energy are very hazardous. Do not operate the oven if it is not working correctly or damaged until it has been repaired by a qualifi ed service technician trained by SHARP. It is particularly important that the oven door closes properly and
that there is no damage to: (1) Door (warped), (2) Hinges and Latches (broken or loosened), (3) Door Seals, Sealing Surfaces and oven cavity (buckled or deformed), (4) Burn marks on the door seal faces. Do not bump, or catch utensils, loose clothes and your accessories on the door safety latches when removing food from the oven. Never poke an object, particularly a metal object, through a grille or between the door and the oven while the oven is operating. Never tamper with or deactivate the door safety latches. Always use oven gloves to prevent burns when handling utensils that are in contact with hot food. Enough heat from the food can transfer through utensils to cause skin burns. Should the power supply cord become damaged, it must be replaced with a special cord supplied by a SERVICE CENTRE APPROVED BY SHARP and it must be replaced by a qualifi ed service technician trained by SHARP in order to avoid a hazard. If the oven lamp fails please consult your dealer or a qualifi ed service technician trained by SHARP. Avoid steam burns by directing steam away from the face and hands. Slowly lift the furthest edge of a dish's cover including microwave plastic wrap etc., and carefully open popcorn and oven cooking bags away from the face. Make sure that the power supply cord is undamaged, and that it does not run under the oven or over any hot surfaces or sharp edges. Do not place anything on the outer cabinet. Do not store food or any other items inside the oven. Make sure the utensil does not touch the interior walls during cooking. Only allow children to use the oven without supervision when
that the child is able to use the oven in a safe way and understands the hazards of improper use. 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 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.
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SPECIAL NOTES & WARNING
Eggs, fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, sausages and oysters
Popcorn Use specially bagged popcorn for the
Baby food Transfer baby food to small dish and
General Food with fi lling should be cut after
Liquids (Beverages)
Canned foods Remove food from can. .snac ni elihw doof kooc ro taeH* *
Sausage rolls, Pies, Christmas pudding
Meats
Utensils Check the utensils are suitable for
Aluminium foil Use to shield food to prevent over
Browning dish Place a suitable insulator such as a
Puncture egg yolks and whites and
*
oysters before cooking to prevent “explosion”.
*
Pierce skins of potatoes, apples, squash, hot dogs, sausages and oysters so that steam escapes.
*
microwave oven.
Listen while popping corn for the
*
popping to slow to 1-2 seconds.
*
heat carefully, stirring often. Check for suitable temperature to prevent burns.
Remove the screw cap and teat before
*
warming baby bottles. After warming shake thoroughly. Check for suitable temperature.
*
heating, to release steam and avoid burns.
Use a deep bowl when cooking liquids
*
or cereals to prevent boiling over.
For boiling or cooking liquids see WARNING on page 1 to prevent explosion and delayed eruptive boiling.
Cook for the recommended time. (These foods have high sugar and/or fat contents.)
Use a microwave proof roasting rack to collect drained juices.
MICROWAVE cooking before you use them.
*
cooking.
Watch for sparking. Reduce foil or keep
*
clear of cavity walls.
microwave heat proof dinner plate between the turntable and the browning dish.
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Cook eggs in shells. This prevents
*
“explosion”, which may damage the oven or injure yourself.
Cook hard/soft boiled eggs.
*
Overcook oysters.
*
Dry nuts or seeds in shells.
*
Pop popcorn in regular brown bags or
*
glass bowls.
Exceed maximum time on popcorn
*
package.
Heat disposable bottles.
*
Overheat baby bottles.
*
Only heat until warm.
Heat bottles with nipples on.
*
Heat baby food in original jars.
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Heat or cook in closed glass jars or
*
airtight containers.
Deep fat fry.
*
Heat or dry wood, herbs, wet papers,
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clothes or fl owers.
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Operate the oven without a load (load is an absorbing material such as as food or water) in the oven cavity.
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time. See REHEATING-FOOD CHART on page A-4.
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cooking.
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cooking. Metal refl ects microwave energy and may cause an electrical discharge known as arcing.
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Use too much.
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Shield food close to cavity walls.
Sparking can damage the cavity.
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recommended by the manufacturer. Excessive preheating can cause the glass turntable to shatter and/or damage internal parts of the oven.
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OVEN
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1. Oven door
2. Door handle
3. Grill bracket
4. Grill
5. Safety Interlock system
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6. Control Panel
7. Oven cavity
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8. Decorative plate
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ACCESSORIES:
i. Rack Check to make sure the rack has been provided. For use of the rack, refer to the Grill Operation section on page 8.
NOTE: When you order accessories, please mention
two items: part name and model name t o y our
dealer or SHARP authorised service agent.
WARNING: The rack will become very hot when in use. Use thick oven gloves when inserting/removing the
food or rack from the
oven to PREVENT BURNS.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
1. Remove all packing materials from the oven cavity, (do not remove the waveguide cover), and the feature sticker from the outside of the door, if there is one. Check the unit for any damage, such as a misaligned door, damaged door seals around the door or dents inside the oven cavity or on the door. If there is any damage, please do not operate the oven until it has been checked by a SERVICE CENTRE APPROVED BY SHARP and repaired, if necessary.
2. Accessories provided
1) Rack 2) Operation Manual
3. This oven is designed for countertop or cabinet use as well. It should not be installed in any area where excessive heat and steam are generated, for example, next to a conventional oven unit. The oven should be installed so as not to block ventilation openings. Allow a space of at least 15cm on the top and 5cm on the back and both sides of the oven for adequate air circulation. When installing in a cabinet, the minimum inside dimension of the cabinet should be 613mm (W) x 483mm (H) x 497mm (D). This oven is not designed for built-in installation.
WARNING: The electrical outlet must be readily accessible so that the
emergency.
4. Neither the manufacturer nor the distributors can accept any liability for damage to the machine or personal injury for failure to observe the correct electrical connecting procedure.
The A.C. voltage must be single phase 230 – 240V, 50Hz.
5. This appliance must be earthed.
6. Operate the oven from a general purpose domestic outlet.
If a generator is used, do not operate the oven with non-sinusoidal outputs.
unit can be unplugged easily in an
CONTROL PANEL
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Auto Menus
Microwave
Grill
Defrost
Clock
Menu
DIGITAL DISPLAY and INDICATORS
1. Microwave indicator
Grill indicator
Defrost Indicator Auto Menu Indicator
2
3
4
5
6
Child Lock Indicator Clock/Timer Indicator
MICROWAVE POWER button
2.
Press to select microwave power level
3. GRILL button
4.
WEIGHT DEFROST button CLOCK button
5.
6. AUTO MENU button A-01: Rice/Pasta A-02: Vegetables A-03: Jacket Potato A-04: Melt A-05: Vegetarian Meals A-06: Quick Meals A-07: Dinner Plate A-08: Reheat Pizza A- 9: Beverage
0 A-10: Soup A-11: Convenience
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A-12: Grilled Meat
7.
INCREASE TIME button
8.
DECREASE TIME button START/CONFIRM/+30 SEC button
9.
10. STOP/CLEAR/LOCK button
9
Start/Confirm/
+30Sec.
10
Stop/Clear/
Lock
BEFORE OPERATION
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Plug in the oven. The LCD screen will display “0:00”, an audible signal will sound once and right indication lights are highlighted.
To set the clock, see below.
SETTING THE CLOCK
When the microwave oven is electried, the oven will display “0:00”.
1. Press the CLOCK button once. The hour gure on the LCD display “0:00” will ash.
2. Press the or button to adjust the hour gure until the correct hour is displayed. The input time should
be within 0-23 (24 hour clock).
3. Press the CLOCK button, to conrm the hour gure. The minute gure will now ash.
4. Press the or buttons to adjust the minute gure until the correct minute is displayed. The input time
should be within 0-59.
5. Press the “CLOCK” button to conrm the minute gure and nish the clock setting. The “:” will ash.
NOTES:
In the process of clock setting, if the STOP/CLEAR/LOCK button is pressed, or if there is no operation in 1 minute, the oven go back to the former setting.
If the electrical power supply to your microwave oven is interrupted , the display will show “0:00” after the power is reinstated. The time of day will also be erased.
MICROWAVE POWER LEVEL
Power Level Press the MICROWAVE
HIGH
MEDIUM HIGH
MEDIUM
MEDIUM LOW (DEFROST)
LOW
Generally the following recommendations apply:
P100/ P90
e.g. for casseroles, hot beverages, vegetables etc.
P80/ P70
dense foods such as roast joints, meat loaf and plated meals, also for sensitive dishes such as sponge cakes. At this reduced setting, the food will cook evenly without over cooking at the sides.
- (HIGH) used for fast cooking or reheating
- (MEDIUM HIGH) used for longer cooking of
button
x1 P100
x2 P90
x3 P80
x4 P70
x5 P60
x6 P50
x7 P40
x8 P30
x9 P20
x10 P10
x11 P0
Display
(Percentage)
The oven has 11 power levels, as shown.
To change the power level for cooking, press
the MICROWAVE button until the display indicates the desired level. Enter the time required and then press the START/CONFIRM/+30 SEC button to start the oven.
To check the power level during cooking, press the MICROWAVE button, the current power level will be displayed for 3 seconds. The oven will continue to count down although the display will show the power level.
If “P0” is selected, the oven will work with the fan but no power. You can use this level to remove the odour.
P60/ P50
long cooking time when cooked conventionally, e.g. beef casserole, it is advisable to use this power setting to ensure the meat will be tender.
P40/ P30
power setting, to ensure that the dish defrosts evenly. This setting is also ideal for simmering rice, pasta, dumplings and cooking egg custard.
P20/ P10
gateaux or pastry.
- (MEDIUM) for dense
- (MEDIUM LOW) to defrost, select this
- (LOW) For gentle defrosting, e.g. cream
foods which require a
MANUAL OPERATION
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Opening the door:
To open the oven door, pull the door handle. The door will open downwards.
Starting the oven:
Prepare and place food in a suitable container onto the base or place directly onto the base. Close the door and press the START/CONFIRM/+30 SEC button after selecting the desired cooking mode. Once the cooking programme has been set and the START/CONFIRM/+30 SEC button is not pressed in 1 minute, the setting will be cancelled. The START/CONFIRM/+30 SEC button must be pressed to continue cooking if the door is opened during
Use the STOP/CLEAR /LOCK button to:
1. Erase a mistake during programming.
2. Stop the oven temporarily during cooking.
3. Cancel a programme during cooking, press the STOP/CLEAR/LOCK button twice.
4.
To set and to cancel the child lock (refer to page 10).
5. To enter energy saving mode.
cient press will be no response.
MICROWAVE COOKING
BEFORE OPERATION
Your oven can be programmed for up 99 minutes 50 seconds (99:50).
MANUAL COOKING / DEFROSTING
1. To select the power level, press the MICROWAVE button until the required power level is displayed. Power levels range from 100% to 0%
2. Select the cooking time by pressing the or buttons until the required time is displayed. If required, you may also wish to use the START/CONFIRM/+30 SEC button to increase the time in 30 second increments after the microwave has started cooking. Simply press the button continuously until the required time is
achieved.
3. Press the START/CONFIRM/+30 SEC button to start cooking.
During cooking, stir or turn the food at least once.
After defrosting, cover the food in foil and leave to stand until thoroughly defrosted.
After cooking, cover the food and leave to stand, where recommended.
For example:
To cook 2 minutes and 30 seconds on 80% microwave power.To cook 2 minutes and 30 seconds on 80% microwave power.
To cook 2 minutes and 30 seconds on 80% microwave power.
1. Press the MICROWAVE button 3 times until “P80” is displayed
NOTES:
If the door is opened during cooking/defrosting to stir or to turn over food, the cooking time on the display stops automatically. The cooking/defrosting time starts to count down again when the door is closed and the START/CONFIRM/+30 SEC button is pressed.
When cooking/defrosting is complete, open the door or press STOP/CLEAR/LOCK button and the time of day will reappear on the display, if the clock has been set.
If you wish to know the power level during cooking, press the MICROWAVE button and the power level
will be displayed for 3 seconds.
IMPORTANT:
Close the door after cooking/defrosting. Please note that the light will remain on for 3 minutes when the
door is open, this is for safety reasons to remind you to close the door. After this time, the light will switch o and the microwave will enter energy saving mode.
Cooking Time Increasing Unit
0 – 1 minute 10 seconds
1 – 5 minutes 30 seconds
5 – 10 minutes 1 minutes
10 – 30 minutes 5 minutes
2. Press the button 9 times until “2:30” is displayed.
30 – 99 minutes 50 seconds 10 minutes
3. Press the START/CONFIRM/+30 SEC button once to start cooking.
ENGLISH
Quick
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Access
Menu
A-01 Rice / Pasta
Vegetables
A-02
A-03
Jacket Potat o
A-04
A-05
A-06
A-07
A-08 Re heat Pizza
A-09
A-10 So up
A-11
A-12 Meats
Melt
Vegetarian M eals
Quick Meals
Dinner Plate
Beverage
Convenience
Auto Menu
(AA01) Rice
(Ab01) Pasta
Fresh
Frozen
1 Potato 2 Potatoes 4 Potatoes
(AA04) Butter
(Ab04) Chocolate
(AA05) Spinach and Ricotta Cannelloni
(Ab05) Pumpkin Risotto
(AA06) Garlic Prawns (Ab06) San Choy Bau
400g
1 Slice 2 Slices 4 Slices
1 Cup
2 Cups
1 Cup 2 Cups 4 Cups
(AA11) Frozen Chips 0 .5kg
(AB11) Frozen Mini Pies / Sausage Rolls 0.5kg
(Ac11) Chicken Nuggets 0.5kg
(AA12) Chicken Drumsticks 0.5kg
(Ab12) Fish 0.5kg
2 cups water
2 cups
4 cups water
1 cup
2 cups water
2 cups 4 cups water (AA02) Hard
(eg. Carrot,
cauliower,
(Ab02) Soft
(broccoli,
squash,
(Ac02)
Chunky Mix (large sized
(Ad02) Small
Mix (nely
chopped veg)
50g 100g 200g
50g 100g 200g
AUTO MENU GUIDE
Pre-wash the rice until the water runs clear. Place in an appropriately sized
microwave safe bowl and add the hot tap water. Do not cover. Place the
bowl on the centre of the base. Stir halfway through cooking. After
cooking, stand for 2 minutes be fore serving. * Place the pasta in an appropriate si zed microwave safe bowl and add the hot tap water. Do not cover. Place the bowl on the centre of the base. Stir
halfway through cooking. After cooking, stand for 2 minutes before
0.1kg
0.5kg
0.1kg
0.5kg
0.1kg
0.5kg
0.1kg
0.5kg
Cut, chop or slice vegetabl es into evenly sized piece s. Place the
vegetables into a mic rowave safe dish and cover with a lid or plastic wrap.
1kg
Place in the centre of the base. Stir halfway through cooking. Stand for 2
1kg
Place vegetable s into an appropriate sized microwave safe dish and cover
1kg
with a lid or plastic wrap
through cooking. Stand for 2 minutes before serving
1kg
Use potatoes that are simil ar in size of approx. 180-220g. Pierce the
potato several time s and place dire ctly onto the centre of the
base.Turnover haway through cooking. Stand for 3 minutes before
Chop butter into smalle r, evenly sized chunks and place in a small
microwave safe bowl. Place in the centre of the base. Stir halfway through
Break up chocolate into small pi eces and place in a small mic rowave safe
bowl. Place in the centre of the base. Stir halfway through cooking and at
Place the of the rack. Turn the food over and rearrange on the tray halfway through
cooking and at the comple tion o
the completi on of cooking.
Follow recipe in operation manual
Place the pre- cooked food on a plate and cover with a lid or ventilated
plastic w
Place the pizza slice /s onto a plate. Do not cover. Place onto the base.
Place the soup into a microwave safe mug or bowl and place onto the
Place the meat dire ctly onto the rack and turnover halfway through
Stand for 2 minutes after cooking.
Place the cup/s onto the centre of the base. Stir after cooking.
turntable. Stir after cooking.
food in a single layer onto a pizza tray and place the tray on top
Procedure
serving. *
minutes before se rving.
. Place in the centre of the base. Stir halfway
located on pages B-1 and B-2
rap. Place the plate onto the base.
cooking.
cooking.
f cooking.
The results when using auto cook depend on variances such as the shape and size of the food and your personal preference in regards to cooking results. If you are not satised with the pregrammed result, please adjust the cooking time to match your requirement.
* When cooking rice/pasta a lot of condensation will form. This is of no safety concern, however, you may need to wipe this condensation away.
AUTO MENU OPERATION
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AUTO MENU
to create the best result for your dish. To select an AUTO MENU
1. Press the MENU button once and “A-01” will be displayed. Continue to press it until the correct menu is displayed, from “A-01” to “A-12” (refer to the table on the previous page for a list of the auto menus). Press START/CONFIRM/+30 SEC button to conrm the menu. On some auto menus, you may then need to select a submenu by again pressing the MENU button.
2. Press the or button to choose the portion/weight.
3. Press the START/CONFIRM/+30 SEC button to conrm the setting and start cooking.
OR
Simply pull open the microwave door and press on the menu you wish to cook, then use the MENU button and the and buttons to select the submenu and portion/weight. Close the door and press the
START/CONFIRM/+30 SEC button to start cooking.
For example:
To melt 100g of chocolate
1. Press the MENU button 4 times until “A-04” is displayed.
2. Press the START/CONFIRM/+30 SEC button to conrm the auto menu.
3. Press the MENU button once and “Ab04” will be displayed.
4. Press the button twice until “100g” is displayed.
5. Press the START/CONFIRM/+30 SEC button to conrm the setting and start cooking.
NOTES:
When using some auto menus, the micorwave will stop halfway during cooking and an audible signal will sound twice. This is to remind you to stir or turnover the food. If no action is taken in 1 minute, the microwave will continue cooking.
When using the VEGETARIAN and QUICK MEALS auto menus, an audible sound will signal at various stages throughout cooking. These sounds are to advise you that the food needs stirring and/or additional ingredients need to be added.
programmes are pre-set cooking times and power levels for specic foods designed
GRILL OPERATION
ENGLISH
Please use the grill rack provided when grilling. Place the rack in the centre of the base. Food should not exceed the length of the rack to ensure best results.
1. Press the GRILL button once.
2. Use the or buttons to select the required time. You may also wish to use the START/CONFIRM/+30 SEC button to increase the time in 30 second increments after the microwave has started cooking. Simply press the button continuously until the required time is displayed. Grilling time can
be set from 0:10 to 99:50.
3. Press the START/CONFIRM/+30 SEC button to start cooking.
For example:
To grill for 5 minutes
1. Press the GRILL button once.
2. Press the button 14 times until “5:00” is displayed.
3. Press the START/CONFIRM/+30 SEC button once to start cooking.
NOTES:
Halfway through grilling time, the audible signal will sound twice. This will remind you to turn the food over to ensure even cooking (at this point, the microwave will not automatically stop cooking). After the food has been turned over, close the door and press the START/CONFIRM/+30 SEC button to continue grilling.
After grilling and once the grill is cold, check there is no food material stuck to the grill coils. If there is, carefully remove the material to avoid smoke when the grill is next in use.
EASY DEFROST OPERATION
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EASY DEFROST
This funcon allows you to select a range of weights, ranging from 100g to 2000g, which have been pre­programmed with a me and power level so that the following food can be defrosted easily: beef, chicken, pork and lamb.
1. Press the DEFROST buon once. The screen will display “500g”.
2. Press the or buons to select the food weight. The weight ranges from 100g to 2000g.
3. Press the START/CONFIRM/+30 SEC buon to begin defrosng.
For example: To defrost 1000g of beef mince
1. Press the DEFROST
buon once.
NOTES:
Frozen foods are defrosted from
If necessary, shield small areas of meat with at pieces of aluminium foil. This will prevent the areas from
becomming warm during defrosting. Ensure the foil does not touch the microwave walls.
After defrosting, cover the food in foil and leave to stand until thoroughly defrosted
The pre-set microwave power level is 30% and cannot be changed.
2. Press the buon unl “1000g” is displayed.
-18°C
3. Press the START/CONFIRM/+30 SEC buon once
DEFROSTING ADVICE
Defrosting food using your microwave oven is the quickest method of all.
It is a simple proccess but the following instructions are essential to ensure the food is thoroughly defrosted.
Rearrange Foods that are placed towards the centre of the dish will defrost quicker than foods
Separate Foods may be stuck together when removed from the freezer. It is important to separate
Shield Some areas of food being defrosted may become warm. To prevent them becoming
Stand Standing time is necessary to ensure food is thoroughly defrosted. Defrosting is not
Turn over It is essential that all foods are turned over at least once during defrosting. This is
NOTES:
Remove all packaging and wrapping before defrosting.
To defrost food, use microwave power levels 10% to 30%.
in the edge. It is therefore essential that the food is rearranged up to 4 times during defrosting.
Rearrange over-lapping areas and closely packed pieces.
This will ensure that all parts of the food defrosts evenly.
llets.
warmer and starting to cook, these areas can be shielded with small pieces of foil, which
ect microwaves, e.g. legs and wings on a chicken.
complete once the food is removed from the microwave oven. Food must stand, covered,
for a length of time to ensure the centre has completly defrosted.
important to ensure thorough defrosting.
MULTI-STAGE COOKING
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This function allows you to cook using up to 3 dierent stages of microwave or grill cooking. The audible signal will sound once after each stage is completed and the next stage is beginning. NOTE: The defrost and auto menu functions cannot be set as one of the stages in multi-stage cooking. If using the grill function, best results will be achieved by placing the food on the grilling rack for this stage of cooking. This rack can only be used for grilling; use of the rack during mircowave cooking can result in arching. An audible signal will sound twice halfway through the grill stage of cooking to remind you to turn over the food.
For example:
To cook for 4 minutes on 80% microwave power and then 2 minutes on grill
1. Press the MICROWAVE button 3 times until “P80” is displayed.
2. Press the button 12 times until “4:00” is displayed.
3. Press the GRILL button once.
4. Press the button 8 times until “2:00” is displayed.
5. Press the START/CONFIRM/+30 SEC button to begin cooking.
OTHER CONVENIENT FUNCTIONS
KITCHEN TIMER
The kicthen timer can be used for timing when a microwave is not involved. To set the kitchen timer
1. Hold down the CLOCK button for 3 seconds until the LCD displays “0:00”
2. Press the or buttons to enter the correct time (the maximum cooking time is 99 minutes 50 seconds).
3. Press the START/CONFIRM/+30 SEC button to start the timer.
4. When the timer has nished counting down, an audible signal will sound 5 times and the clock indicator will go out. If the clock has been set, the current time will be displayed. NOTE: to cancel the timer whilst counting down, press the STOP/CLEAR/LOCK button.
CHILD LOCK
Use to prevent unsupervised use of the microwave. To set the lock i. Hold down the STOP/CLEAR/LOCK button for 3 seconds until the lock symbol is displayed. To cancel the lock ii. Hold down the STOP/CLEAR/LOCK button for 3 seconds until the lock symbol disappears.
INQUIRY FUNCTION During cooking, you can check the mode and power being used. i. During microwave cooking, press the MICROWAVE button and the current power will be displayed for 3 seconds. ii. During grilling, press the GRILL button and “G” will be displayed for 3 seconds.
+30 SEC / QUICK START FUNCTION
This function allows you to operate in 2 ways:
1. You can directly start cooking on 100% micorwave power for 30 seconds by pressing the START/CONFIRM/+30 SEC button. To cook for longer than this time, press the START/CONFIRM/+30 SEC button until the required time is displayed.
2. You can extend the cooking time during cooking by pressing the START/CONFIRM/+30 SEC button whist the microwave is in operation. The cooking time can be extended to a maximum of 99 minutes 50 seconds.
ENERGY SAVE MODE
i. When the microwave is not in use, press the STOP/CANCEL/LOCK button once to enter the energy saving mode. The display on the LCD screen will disappear and the illuminated buttons will become unilluminated. ii. If the microwave is not in operation for 3 minutes in waiting state, the micrwave will enter the energy saving mode automatically.
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For the reheating of foods, follow the advice and guidelines below to ensure food is thoroughly reheated before serving.
Place smaller items of food to the edge of the plate and larger and
Plated meals
Sliced meat
Poultry portions
Casseroles
To achieve the best results when reheating, select a suitable microwave power level appropriate to the type of food. e.g. A bowl of vegetables can be reheated using 100%, while a lasagne which contains ingredients that cannot be stirred, should be reheated using 50%.
NOTES:
Remove food from foil or metal containers before reheating.
size, shape and material of the container.
WARNING: Never heat liquids in narrow-necked containers, as this could result in the contents erupting from the container and may cause burns.
e.g. mince pies or Christmas pudding.
Canned potatoes should not be heated in the microwave oven, follow the manufacturer's instructions on the can.
WARNING: The contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars are to be stirred or shaken and the temperature is to be checked before consumption to avoid burns.
thicker foods to the centre. Cover with vented microwave cling lm and reheat on 80%. Stir/rearrange halfway through reheating. NOTE: Ensure the food is thoroughly reheated before serving.
Cover with ventilated cling lm and reheat on 80%. Reheat at least once to ensure even reheating. NOTE: Ensure the meat is thoroughly reheated before serving.
Place thickest parts of the portions to the inside of the dish. Cover with vented microwave cling lm and reheat on 80%. Turnover halfway through reheating. NOTE: Ensure the poultry is thoroughly reheated before serving.
Cover with ventilated cling lm or a suitable lid and reheat on 100%. Stir frequently to ensure even reheating. NOTE: Ensure the food is thoroughly reheated before serving.
ected by the shape, depth, quantity and temperature of food together with the
re, special care must be taken when reheating foods with a high sugar or fat content,
re.
CARE AND CLEANING
Microwave Output Power
0W*
85
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Disconnect the power supply cord before cleaning or leave the door open to inactivate the oven.
CLEAN THE OVEN AT REGULAR INTERVALS - Keep the oven clean and remove any food deposits, or it could lead to deterioration of the surface. This could adversely affect the life of the appliance and possibly result in a hazardous situation.
Exterior:
The outside may be cleaned with mild soap and warm water, wipe clean with a damp cloth. Avoid the use of harsh abrasive cleaners. Keep the ventilation openings free of dust.
Door:
Wipe the door and window on both sides, the door seals and adjacent parts frequently with a damp cloth to remove any spills or spatters. Do not use abrasive cleaners.
Touch Control Panel:
Wipe the panel with a cloth dampened slightly with water only. Do not scrub or use any sort of chemical cleaners. Avoid the use of excess water.
Interior walls:
To clean the interior surfaces, wipe with a soft cloth and warm water. After use wipe the waveguide cover in the oven with a soft damp cloth to remove any food splashes. Built-up splashes may overheat and begin to smoke or catch fi re. Do not remove the waveguide cover.
DO NOT USE A COMMERCIAL OVEN CLEANER, ABRASIVE OR HARSH CLEANERS AND SCOURING PADS
ON ANY PART OF YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN. NEVER SPRAY OVEN CLEANERS DIRECTLY ONTO ANY PART OF YOUR OVEN. Avoid using excess water. After cleaning the oven, ensure any water is removed with a soft cloth.
SERVICE CALL CHECK
Please check the following before calling for service:
1. At the power point, switch off the power for 10 seconds and switch back on. Does “0:00” appear in the display?
2. Place one cup of water (approx. 250 ml) in a glass measuring jug in the oven and close the door securely. Press the MICROWAVE button once, then the button eight times, then press the START/CONFIRM/+30 SEC button once.
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(Put your hand over the rear ventilation openings.) C. After two minutes, did an audible signal sound and COOK indicator go off? YES _______ NO _______
If “NO” is the answer to any of the above questions, please check your wall socket and the fuse in your meter box. If both the wall socket and the fuse are functioning properly, CONTACT YOUR NEAREST SERVICE CENTRE APPROVED BY SHARP. NOTE: If you cook the food over 20 minutes on 100 % power, the microwave power will be automatically
reduced to avoid overcooking.
_______ ON _______ SEY
_______ ON _______ SEY ?no emoc pmal nevo eht seoD _______ ON _______ SEY ?krow naf gnilooc eht seoD .B
_______ ON _______ SEY ?toh nevo eht edisni retaw eht sI .D
SPECIFICATIONS
Model R-67B1(S/W)
Ac Line Voltage 230-240V,50Hz single phase Microwave Input Power 15 0W Grill Input Power 1100W
Microwave Frequency 2450MHz (Class B/Group 2)** External Dimensions (W) x (H) x (D) mm 513 x 3 x 4 Weight Approx. 1 kg * When tested in accordance with AS/NZS 2895.1:2007 ** This is the classicaon of ISM (Industrial Scienfic and Medical) equipment described in the International Standard CISPR11.
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MANUAL CHART GUIDES
BREAD / PIES
MICROWAVE TIME
PROCEDURE
2 Slices of Bread
40 seconds
Place between paper towel and place directly
4 Slices of Bread
1 minute 30 seconds
1 Bread Roll
1 minute 15 seconds
2 Bread Rolls
2 minutes
CUT
MICROWAVE TIME
STANDING TIME
Minced Beef
6-8 minutes / 500g
5-10 minutes
7-9 minutes / 500g
Chops
7-9 minutes / 500g
5-10 minutes
POULTRY
Pieces
5-10 minutes
A-1
DEFROST TIMES FOR MEAT, POULTRY AND BREAD
1. Remove wrapping and place frozen item on a shallow, Microwave safe plastic defrost rack. If necessary, shield thin areas with aluminum foil to prevent the item from cooking while defrosting
2. Defrost by following the steps in the “Microwave Time” column.
3. Set the microwave to 30% power.
4. When turning over, re-shield any warm areas so it continues to defrost without cooking
5. Stand in foil.
NOTE: Depending on the size and shape of the meat, you may need to extend cooking time for better results.
BEEF (Roast) Steaks
PORK (Roast) Chops Ribs Minced Pork
LAMB (Roast) Shoulder
Chicken (Whole)
6-7 minutes / 500g 7-9 minutes / 500g
5mins 30secs – 6mins 30secs /
500g 7-8 minutes / 500g 5-7 minutes / 500g
6-7 minutes / 500g 6-7 minutes / 500g
13mins 30 sec – 15mins 30 sec /
500g
7-9 minutes / 500g
on the base.
15-30 minutes
5-10 minutes
15-30 minutes
5-10 minutes 5-10 minutes 5-10 minutes
15-30 minutes
5-10 minutes
15-30 minutes
MANUAL CHART GUIDES
Microwave Time
at 100%
minutes
(top and tailed)
water. Cover. Stand for 3 minutes
(uniform florets)
minutes
minutes
(shredded)
of water. Cover. Stand for 3 minutes
(sliced)
minutes.
Cauliflower
(uniform florets)
Place in a microwave safe dish with 1 tablespoon of water. Cover. Stand for 3 minutes
2 pieces (cut
into quarters)
Place in a shallow microwave safe dish. Cover. Stand for 3 minutes.
Mushrooms
(quartered)
Place in a microwave safe dish with 2 tablespoons of butter. Cover. Stand for 3 minutes
Pierce with a fork and place on base. Turn over halfway during cooking. Stand for 3 minutes
Peel and quarter potatoes. Cook in a microwave
minutes.
Pumpkin
(2cm cubes)
Place in a microwave safe dish. Cover. Stand for 3 minutes
Place in a microwave safe dish with 2 tablespoons
Snow Peas
Place in a microwave safe dish with 1 tablespoon of
Pierce with a fork. Place in a microwave safe dish.
Sweet Potato (2cm
Place in a microwave safe dish. Cover. Stand for 5
Zucchini (sliced or
quartered)
Place in a shallow casserole dish with 1 tablespoon of water. Cover. Stand for 3 minutes
A-2
FRESH VEGETABLE CHART
1. Cover required dishes with plastic wrap or a lid.
2. Halfway through cooking, stir the vegetables to ensure even cooking.
3. Drain any remaining water after standing before serving.
Vegetable Amount
Asparagus (halved) 500g 5-7 minutes
Beans
Broccoli
Brussels Sprouts 500g 4-6 minutes
Cabbage
Carrots
500g 5-7 minutes
500g 5-7 minutes
500g 5-7 minutes
500g 6-8 minutes
500g 6-8 minutes
Cooking Procedure
Place in a microwave safe dish. Cover. Stand for 3
Place in a microwave safe dish with 1 tablespoon of
Place in a microwave safe dish. Cover. Stand for 3
Place in a microwave safe dish. Cover. Stand for 3
Place in a microwave safe dish with 2 tablespoons
Place in a microwave safe dish. Cover. Stand for 3
Corn on the Cob
500g 3-5 minutes
Potatoes – Jacket 4 Medium 12-14 minutes
Potatoes – Boiled 4 small 6-8 minutes
500g 6-8 minutes
Spinach (shredded) 500g 5-7 minutes
(top and tailed)
Squash (quartered) 500g 4-6 minutes
cubes)
500g 5-6 minutes
500g 7-9 minutes
500g 4-6 minutes
6-8 minutes
safe dish with cup water. Cover. Stand for 3
of water. Cover. Stand for 3 minutes
water. Cover. Stand for 3 minutes.
Cover. Stand for 3 minutes
minutes
MANUAL CHART GUIDES
1. Place vegetables in a medium/large microwave safe bowl and cover with plastic wrap.
Vegetable
Weight
Microwave Time (100%)
Special Procedures
Beans (green, cut)
500g
8-10 minutes
centre.
Carrots (whole)
500g
8-10 minutes
centre.
Corn on the Cob
4 pieces
7-8 minutes
Peas (green)
500g
8-10 minutes
Break apart as soon as possible.
Mixed Vegetables
and corn kernels)
1. Wash and strain rice before cooking.
remaining water and serving.
Food
Other Ingredients
Cooking Time
Pasta
1 Cup
2 cups Hot Water
14 minutes
2 Cups
4 cups Hot Water
16 minutes
White Rice
1 Cup
2 cups Hot Water
18 minutes
2 Cups
4 cups Hot Water
22 minutes
Quick Oats
1 Cup
2 cups Milk
6 minutes
Place butter, eggs and milk in a small/medium microwave safe bowl. Beat with a fork until well
cooking.
Egg(s)
Butter
Milk
Cooking Medium High (80%)
1
1 tsp
1 tbsp
1 minute 30 seconds
2
2 tsp
1 tbsp
2 minutes
3
1 tbsp
2 tbsp
3 minutes
4
1 tbsp
¼ cup
4 minutes
A-3
FROZEN VEGETABLE CHART
2. Halfway through cooking, stir the vegetables to ensure even cooking.
3. Allow to stand for 2 minutes before draining any water and serving.
Broccoli
500g 8-10 minutes
Break apart as soon as possible. Arrange with flower towards the
Break apart as soon as possible. Arrange with flower towards the
Break apart as soon as possible.
Cauliflower
Spinach
(i.e. carrots, beans
500g
250g 5-7 minutes
500g 8-10 minutes
8 minutes 30 seconds – 10
minutes 30 seconds
RICE & PASTA COOKING CHART
2. Place rice/pasta in a medium/large microwave safe bowl with water. Cook uncovered, stirring halfway through cooking. Allow to stand for 2 minutes before straining any
Note: When cooking rice/pasta, a lot of condensation will form. This is of no safety concern, however, you may need to wipe this condensation away
SCRAMBLED EGG GUIDE
combined and yolks of eggs are completely stirred in. Cook uncovered, stirring halfway through
FOOD
WEIGHT
COOKING TIME AND POWEL LEVEL
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
STANDING TIME
250mL per cup
2 cups
4 minutes / 100%
2 minutes
Canned Soup (room temp)
1 cup
2 minutes / 100%
Place food in bowl. Cover with plastic
N/A
Meat Pie (refrigerated)
1 pie
5 minutes / 50%
Place pie on a plate face side down and
3 minutes
Frozen Rice/Pasta Dinners
300-500g
7-8 minutes /100%
Remove from foil container. Cover with
2 minutes
Dinner Plate (refrigerated)
1 serve
5 minutes / 80%
Cover plate with plastic wrap and pierce 5
base. Allow to stand.
2 minutes
Casserole (refrigerated)
1 serve
4 minutes / 100%
Place in a bowl, cover with plastic wrap.
through cooking. Allow to stand, then stir.
2 minutes
Croissants (frozen)
1
2
1 minute 30 seconds / 30%
3 minutes / 30%
Place on a plate. Place plate directly on
base.
N/A
Fruit Pie individual (frozen)
1
4 minutes / 30%
Remove from foil container. Place on a
stand.
2 minutes
Danish Pastry whole
400g
6 minutes / 80% then 3 minutes / Grill
Remove from foil container. Place on
to stand.
2 minutes
NOTE: Room Temperature +20ºC
A-4
Stir after heating. N/A
Place food in bowl. Cover with plastic
wrap and pierce 5 times with a skewer.
7 minutes / 50%
2 minutes / 100%
3 minutes 30 seconds / 50%
1 cup
1 cup
2 cups
wrap or lid. Stir halfway through cooking.
place plate on base. Cover with paper
plastic wrap or lid. Allow to stand
times with a skewer. Place directly on
Stir halfway through cooking.
towel. Turn over halfway.
4 minutes / 100%
14 minutes / 50%
4 pies
2 cups
Place directly on base. Stir halfway
7 minutes / 100%
2 serves
plate and then onto the base. Allow to
6 minutes / 30%
2
REHEATING/DEFROSTING CONVENIENCE - FOOD CHART
dinner plate and then onto base. For
grilling, place plate on grilling rack. Allow
Beverage (room temp.)
Canned Food (room
MANUAL CHART GUIDES
temp.)
250mL per cup (thin soup)
Individual 180g each
(e.g. Lasange, Risotto)
400g per serve
(e.g. Spaghetti, Baked
Beans)
250g per serve
135g each
(frozen)
Refrigerator Temperature +3ºC
Frozen Temperature -18ºC
GRILL FOOD CHART
A-5
over halfway and remove baking paper.
grilling rack and sit the bread face side down. Turn the bread
Cut garlic bread to t grilling rack. Place baking paper onto
cooking.
Place the wedges in a single layer onto a pizza tray and place the
tray on top of the grilling rack. Turnover halfway through
Place the haloumi onto the centre of the grilling rack. Turnover
rack. Turnover halfway through cooking.
after 14 minutes of cooking
Spray vegetables with olive oil spray and place onto the grilling
Place the patties onto the grilling rack. Turnover after 20
cooking times.
minutes of cooking.
through cooking. NOTE: other avours may require longer
Place the sausages onto the grilling rack. Turnover halfway
Place the kebabs onto the grilling rack. Turnover halfway
cooking.
through cooking.
Place the steak onto the grilling rack. Turnover halfway through
cooking and rotate rack.
the grilling rack. Turnover halfway through cooking.
Place the bacon on the grilling rack. Turnover halfway through
Place the spring rolls onto a pizza tray and place the tray onto
GRILL FOOD CHART
4 pieces 21 minutes
FOOD WEIGHT/NUMBER COOKING TIME SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
Potato Wedges 500g 30 minutes
Haloumi (sliced into 1cm
thick pieces)
1. These menus are for use with the grill only
2. Please follow the instructions carefully and place the grill rack onto the base of the microwave.
NOTE: For best results, turn food over and rearrange on the rack during the cooking process.
8 minutes
lengthways)
1 stick (cut in half
Grilled Vegetables Approx. 200g 30 minutes
Garlic Bread
Hamburger Patties 4 35 minutes
Sausages 6 30 minutes
Shish Kebab 6 40 minutes
Steak 500g 15 minutes
Bacon 2 rinds (cut in half) 20 minutes
Spring Rolls Approx. 300g 20 minutes
A-6
COOKING AND UTENSIL GUIDE
To cook/defrost food in a microwave oven, the microwave energy must be able to pass through the container to penetrate the food. Therefore it is important to choose suitable cookware. Round/oval dishes are preferable to square/oblong ones, as the food in the corners tends to overcook. A variety of cookware can be used as listed below.
Cookware Microwave
Aluminium foil / Foil containers
Browning dishes
China and ceramics
Glassware e.g. Pyrex ®
Metal
Plastic/Polystyrene e.g. fast food containers
lm
Freezer/Roasting bags
Paper - Plates, cups and kitchen paper
Straw and wooden containers
Recycled paper and newspaper
Rack
Safe
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Grill Convection Mix Cook Comments
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Mix Conv.
Small pieces of aluminium foil can be used
/
to shield food from overheating. Keep foil at least 2cm from the oven walls, as arcing may occur. Foil containers are not recommended unless specied by the manufacturer, e.g. Microfoil®, follow instructions carefully.
Always follow the manufacturers instructions. Do not exceed heating times given. Be very careful as these dishes become very hot.
Porcelain, pottery, glazed earthenware and bone china are usually suitable, except for
only
those with metallic decoration.
as it can break or crack if heated suddenly.
It is not recommended to use metal cookware
/
Care must be taken as some containers warp,
melt or discolour at high temperatures.
It should not touch the food and must be pierced to let the steam escape.
Must be pierced to let steam escape. Ensure bags are suitable for microwave use. Do not use plastic or metal ties, as they may melt or
re due to the metal ‘arcing’.
Only use for warming or to absorb moisture. Care must be taken as overheating may
re.
Always attend the oven when using these
May contain extracts of metal which will
The metal rack supplied have been specially designed for all cooking modes and will not damage the oven.
ne glassware
re.
re.
re.
WARNING:
When heating food in plastic or paper containers, monitor the oven due to the possibility of ignition.
Foods such as poultry and joints of meat should be turned over after half the
A-7
cooking time.
2. TURNING
allow steam to escape.
4. PIERCING
Pierce potatoes, eggs, tomatoes or any foods with a skin or membrane to
EGG
TOMATO
standing time. This allows the food to continue cooking or heating.
6. STANDING TIME
Standing time is important. After cooking or defrosting ensure adequate
LEWOT REPAPDIL PLASTIC WRAP
Refer to cooking guides for each menu or according to manufacturers
instructions.
8. SIZE
Small pieces cook faster than large ones. To speed up cooking, cut pieces
CHICKEN
oven. Because energy is absorbed by the food itself, one potato or a single
piece of chicken cooks rapidly. When the energy is divided among several
and slows cooking. Centre bones do not affect cooking, but bone on the
side of meat conducts heat to the areas next to it.
smaller than 5 cm so microwaves can penetrate to the centre from all sides.
For even cooking, make all the pieces the same size.
Large fatty areas or excess drippings in dish attract energy away from meat,
10. FAT AND BONE
Marbling within meat, or a thin, even layer of fat on a roast, speeds cooking.
items, cooking takes more time.
14. GENERAL
12. QUANTITY
Microwave cooking times are directly related to the amount of food in the
Your microwave oven is capable of heating food and beverages very quickly
therefore, it is very important that you select the appropriate cooking time and
power level for the type and quantity of food to be heated. If you are unsure
of the cooking time and power level required, begin with low cooking times
and power levels until the food is suffi ciently heated evenly throughout.
1. THE ARRANGEMENT
Arrange foods carefully. Place thickest areas toward inside of the dish.
3. COVERING
HELPFUL HINTS
Casseroles, or when Reheating.
your ordinary oven, or to retain moisture. Cover foods such as Vegetables,
Cover foods in the microwave if you would normally cover the food in
Use to cover foods:
and poultry or edges of cakes to prevent overcooking.
5. SHIELDING
Shield using small pieces of aluminium foil to shield thin areas of meat, fi sh
FISH
cooking if possible.
7. STIRRING
Stir foods from the outside to the centre of the dish, once or twice during
Eg. Casseroles and Sauces.
9. DENSITY
The depth to which microwaves penetrate food varies depending on the
moisture in food will infl uence the amount of condensation in the oven.
Generally, covered foods will not cause as much condensation as uncovered
Cooking times in this book are based on normal storage temperatures. Since
rooms, refrigerators and freezers differ in temperature, check cooking result
11. STARTING TEMPERATURE
Frozen or refrigerated foods take longer to heat than food at room temperature.
at the minimum time.
food's density. Porous foods like minced beef or mashed potatoes microwave
faster than dense ones like steak or whole potatoes.
foods. Ensure that the ventilation openings are not blocked.
13. CONDENSATION
Condensation is a normal part of microwave cooking. The humidity and
VEGETARIAN MEALS
ck line
red by the sauce.
2. Spinach & Ricotta Cannelloni
1. Combine spinach, ricotta, nutmeg, salt and pepper in a
250g frozen spinach, thawed and drained
375g reduced fat ricotta cheese
Large pinch of nutmeg
Salt and pepper
12 fresh cannelloni sheets
500g Tomato and Basil Sauce
75g grated cheddar cheese
of mixture is produced along the edge of one side of the
sheet. Gently roll the sheet until a tube is formed with the
mixture in the middle.
large and shallow casserole dish and pour over the tomato
bowl and mix until well combined.
sheets by gently squeezing the piping bag until a thi
2. Place the mixture into a piping bag. Fill the cannelloni
and basil sauce. Smooth the sauce over the cannelloni
3. Place the filled cannelloni tubes in a single layer into a
place in the microwave. Cook on Auto Menu “Ab05”
tubes using the back of a spoon, ensuring all sections of
Vegetarian Meals, Spinach and Ricotta Cannelloni.
the tubes are cove
4. Sprinkle the cheese over the sauce. Cover with a lid and
5. After cooking, stand covered for 2 minutes before serving.
B-1
chicken stock and stir. Place back in the microwave and
continue cooking by pressing the Start button.
back in the microwave to continue cooking by pressing
the Start button.
bowl. Place in the centre of the microwave and cook on
Auto Menu “AA05” Vegetarian Meals, Pumpkin and
Broccoli Risotto.
When the microwave stops, add in the rice, pumpkin and
1. Pumpkin & Broccoli Risotto
60g butter
1 onion, diced
2 gloves garlic, crushed
1 cup alborio rice, washed
350g pumpkin, chopped into uniform pieces
2 cups chicken stock
100g broccoli, chopped into uniform pieces
1. Combine the butter, onion and garlic in a large pyrex
Parmesan, to serve
Salt & pepper
3. When the microwave stops, stir in the broccoli and place
2.
and pepper and stir before serving.
4. After cooking, stand for 4 minutes. Add in parmesan, salt
QUICK MEALS
1. Garlic Prawns
2. San Choy Bau
d
sized iceberg lettuce leaves, washed
Cook on Auto Menu “AB06” Quick Meals, San Choy Bau.
fork and continue cooking by pressing Start.
1. Place oil, garlic and ginger in a large microwave safe bowl.
2. When the microwave stops, add mince and separate with a
1 tablespoon sesame oil
2 cloves garlic
5cm fresh ginger, finely chopped
500g pork or chicken mince
100g button mushrooms, finely diced
4 tablespoons oyster sauce
3 teaspoons fish sauce
1 tablespoon red capsicum, finely chopped
1 tablespoon green capsicum, finely chopped
240g can water chestnuts, drained and finely diced
2 green onions, sliced
1 teaspoon fresh coriander, finely chopped
12 evenly
continue cooking by pressing Start.
except the lettuce and combine well. Continue cooking by
pressing Start.
cooking by pressing Start.
3. When the microwave stops, stir the mince and continue
5. When the microwave stops, add the remaining ingredients
4. When the microwave stops, add in the mushrooms, stir an
lettuce leaf and roll up to eat.
6. After cooking, stand for 2 minutes
7. Place a few spoonfuls of the mixture in the centre of each
Serves 4-6
B-2
tart
button.
cooking by pressing the Start button.
bowl. Cook on Auto Menu “AA06” Quick Meals, Garlic
Prawns.
through the garlic and butter mix. Place it back into the
microwave and continue cooking by pressing the S
1. Combine the butter and garlic in a large microwave safe
2. When the microwave stops/beeps, add prawns and stir
60g butter
3 garlic cloves
500g green king prawns, peeled, tails intact, deveined
1 tablespoon parsley, finely chopped
cooking by pressing the Start button.
on a platter.
3. When the microwave stops, stir the prawns and continue
4. When the microwave stops, stir the prawns and continue
5. Sprinkle with parsley and service in individual dishes or
Serves 4
MEAT
Serves 4-6
through
Serves 4-6
r 15 minutes on HIGH (100%), until
nge the potatoes to cover the base of the dish. Place a layer of onion, one
Add the salt and pepper. Cook uncovered fo
4. Pour the cream over the top. Sprinkle with the remaining cheese and parsley.
3. Repeat this layering twice, beginning with potato.
3 garlic cloves, crushed ½ red capsicum, cubed
CHILLI CON CARNE
1kg mince 1 tablespoon vinegar
1 large onion, finely chopped 1 teaspoon sugar
cooking. Drain excess liquid.
2. Stir in tomatoes, salt and pepper, chilli powder, vinegar, sugar, capsicum,
Cook for 10 minutes on MEDIUM HIGH (80%), stirring halfway
1-2 teaspoons chilli powder 1. Mix mince, onion and garlic together in a large microwave safe glass bowl.
Salt and pepper 425 can red kidney beans drained
825g can peeled tomatoes 375g jar tomato paste
4. Stand for 5 minutes before serving with boiled rice.
cooking.
3. Cook for 18-20 minutes on MEDIUM HIGH (80%), stirring twice during
tomato paste and kidney beans.
POTATO BAKE
1kg potatoes, peeled, sliced 5mm cup grated tasty cheese
¼ cup hot water 1 tablespoon parsley, chopped
1 onion, diced Salt and pepper (to taste)
2 teaspoons finely chopped garlic ½ cup thickened cream
2 rashers bacon, cut into 1cm squares 1. In a large microwave safe casserole dish, combine the potatoes and hot water.
Sprinkle with one third of the parsley and season to taste.
third of the garlic and bacon, and a quarter of the cheese on top of the potato layer.
Cover and cook for 12 minutes on MEDIUM HIGH (80%). Drain.
2. Arra
5. Allow to stand for 5 minutes and serve as a side dish with a main meal.
the cheese has melted.
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Serves 2
ooking. Drain juice from meat.
and bash with a mallet to ensure it is a thin
5 cm cubes. Place in a large microwave safe glass
1. Place pork onto a chopping board
juice and egg white.
GLAZED PORK WITH APRICOT & SAGE
1 cup fresh breadcrumbs 1 egg white
1 small onion, finely diced 1 teaspoon lemon juice
1. In a small bowl, combine the onion, breadcrumbs, apricot, sage, parsley, lemon
2 teaspoons fresh sage 2 tablespoon apricot jam
1 teaspoon fresh parsley, chopped 1 tablespoon hot water
70g dried apricots, chopped 3 x 100g pork schnitzel or steak
piece of pork and roll the meat. Secure with toothpicks or string.
and even consistency. Spoon the breadcrumb mixture along the length of each
ed pork into a shallow microwave safe dish and cook for 12
4. Place the glaz
Cook for 40 seconds on MEDIUM HIGH (80%) until the jam is melted.
3. Glaze the pork rolls with half of the mixture.
2. In a small microwave safe glass bowl, combine the jam and water. Mix well.
vegetables.
5. Carve the pork rolls and serve on a bed of salad greens or with steamed
brush on the remainder of the glaze.
minutes on MEDIUM HIGH (80%), turning the rolls halfway through cooking and
2 tablespoons water 2 tablespoons gravy powder
SHEPHERDS PIE Serves 6-8
1kg potatoes 3 garlic cloves, crushed
Salt and pepper 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
2 tablespoons fresh chives chopped 1 can chopped tomatoes
Milk (to taste) 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
Butter (to taste) 250g frozen mixed vegetables
1. Peel and cut potatoes into 2.
1kg minced beef Salt and pepper to taste
1 onion diced
until tender. Stir halfway through cooking. Drain.
bowl. Add 2 tablespoons water, cover and cook for 15 minutes on HIGH (100%) or
MEDIUM HIGH (80%) stirring halfway through c
3. In a large bowl, combine mince, onion and garlic and cook for 10 minutes on
consistency.
2. Mash potatoes, add butter, milk, chives, salt and pepper until it forms a smooth
4. Add gravy powder, mixed vegetables, Worcestershire sauce, tomatoes, parsley
7. Cook for 10 minutes on HIGH (100%).
8. Allow to stand for 5 minutes before serving.
6. Spread mashed potato evenly over top of mixture.
and seasoning. Mix well.
5. Spoon mixture into a deep 25 x 25cm microwave safe dish.
CHICKEN
Serves 4-6
H (80%).
Shake until the chicken is coated.
Serves 4
rator for 2-3 hours.
minutes on MEDIUM HIG
CHICKEN CACCIATORE
1 onion, sliced Sprig fresh rosemary
6 chicken thigh fillets 400g can chopped tomatoes
¼ cup plain flour 2 chicken stock cubes
Pinch salt and pepper ½ cup white wine
1. In a plastic bag, combine the chicken, flour, salt and pepper and seal the bag
closed.
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 clove garlic, crushed 8 black olives, pitted and sliced
30g butter 1 green capsicum, thinly sliced
stirring 2-3 times during cooking.
cubes and the wine. Cover and cook for 22 minutes on MEDIUM HIGH (80%),
remaining in the bag, the onion, butter, garlic, tomato paste, tomatoes, the stock
2. In a 3 litre microwave safe casserole dish, combine the chicken, any flour
4 tablespoons honey 2 tablespoons oil
3. Add the capsicum and rosemary to the chicken dish. Cover and cook for 12
HONEY CHICKEN LEGS
4. Garnish with the olives and serve with fresh bread or rice.
1 clove garlic crushed Sesame seeds
250ml soy sauce ½ teaspoon freshly grated ginger
1 tablespoon lemon juice 8 large chicken drumsticks
marinade. Leave to stand in the refrige
oil in a small bowl.
1. To make the marinade, combine soy sauce, honey, lemon juice, garlic, ginger and
of the dish.
2. Arrange chicken drumsticks in a microwave safe glass dish and pour over
3. Drain most of the liquid out of the dish, leaving a small amount to coat the bottom
5. Allow to stand for 5 minutes.
HIGH (80%) turning halfway through cooking time.
4. Sprinkle the chicken with sesame seeds and cook for 27 minutes on MEDIUM
B-4
Serves 4-6
Serves 4
ter. Add in diced chicken
l with chicken pasta and sauce.
ve with the reserved peanut sauce.
½ red capsicum chopped 1 tablespoon fresh chives
1 cup chicken stock 4 cups hot tap water
200g creamy feta cheese, chopped 2 cups penne pasta
20g butter 1 stick celery chopped
CHICKEN PENNE SALAD
1kg whole chicken (approximately) ½ yellow capsicum chopped
over halfway through cooking.
4. Garnish with the coriander and ser
6. Combine all other ingredients and mix wel
bowl and cook on MEDIUM HIGH (80%) for 5 minutes. Mix well.
(80%), turning
2. Cook chicken in a microwave safe dish for 30 minutes on MEDIUM HIGH
1. Brush chicken with butter melted for 20 seconds on HIGH (100%).
5. To melt the feta, place feta and chicken stock in a medium microwave safe
(80%). Stand for 5 minutes, then stir and strain. Set aside.
4. Cook pasta in a large bowl with the water for 15 minutes on MEDIUM HIGH
3. Cool and then remove chicken flesh from the bone.
CHICKEN SKEWERS IN
FAMOUS PEANUT SAUCE
½ teaspoon sugar Coriander, chopped (to garnish)
1 clove garlic crushed 8 wooden skewers
2 tablespoons soy sauce 700g chicken breast fillets
1½ teaspoons water (diced 1cm thick)
½ cup smooth peanut butter ¼ cup water extra
2 drops Tabasco sauce 1. In a small bowl, combine the peanut butter, soy sauce and water. Stir well. Add
sugar, garlic and Tabasco then gradually stir in extra wa
and mix to coat the chicken in the sauce. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to
safe plate. Cook for 14 minutes on MEDIUM HIGH (80%), turning over halfway
3. Thread the chicken onto 8 wooden skewers and arrange them onto a microwave
2. Reserve 2 tablespoons of the sauce in a separate dish and set aside.
allow the flavours to develop
SEAFOOD
Serves 4
Serves 4-6
HIGH (80%), stirring halfway. Stand for 5
shallow dish, combine pasta, snow peas, button mushroom, smoked
on MEDIUM (50%).
SMOKED SALMON FETTUCCINI
250g fettuccine pasta, broken in half 2 cloves garlic, crushed
60g butter 1 brown onion, finely chopped
100g smoked salmon (sliced into strips) 300g thickened cream
100g snow peas, top and tailed 1 tablespoon fresh dill
100g button mushrooms, finely sliced 1 cup parmesan cheese
minutes then drain.
3. In a large microwave safe glass bowl cook garlic, butter and onions for 2 minutes
2. Cook for 15 minutes on MEDIUM
1. Place fettuccine in a large microwave safe glass bowl with 6 cups of hot water.
(50%), stirring halfway during cooking.
minutes on MEDIUM (50%).
4. Add trimmed whole snow peas and button mushrooms and cook for a further 2
salmon, dill and cream.
PRAWN CREOLE
20g butter 1 cup chicken stock
1 medium onion, chopped 2 teaspoons sugar
½ capsicum, chopped Pinch salt
1 stick celery, sliced ½ teaspoon chilli powder
6. In a large
5. In a large microwave safe bowl, place cream and cook for 4 minutes on MEDIUM
7. Sprinkle with parmesan cheese and cook for 6 minutes on MEDIUM HIGH (80%).
2 tablespoons flour 500g green prawns,peeled,deveined 400g can whole tomatoes 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
½ cup (50g) tomato paste
Well. Cook, uncovered for 5 minutes on MEDIUM HIGH (80%) stirring halfway.
celery. Cook for 4 minutes on HIGH (100%).
1. In a large microwave safe glass bowl, combine the butter, onion, capsicum and
halfway through cooking.
2. Stir in the flour, tomatoes, tomato paste, stock, sugar, salt and chilli powder. Mix
3. Add the prawns and cook for 10 minutes on MEDIUM HIGH (80%), stirring
4. Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve with rice.
B-5
Serves 4-6
Serves 4-6
from each other. Drain.
minutes on MEDIUM (50%).
2 fish fillets or 300g king prawns or both
minute on MEDIUM HIGH (80%). Stir halfway during cooking.
minutes on MEDIUM HIGH (80%).
1 Tablespoon sliced lemongrass 270ml coconut cream
2 cloves garlic, crushed 100g bean sprouts
1 tablespoon fish sauce Coriander
250ml fish stock Fried onion flakes
SEAFOOD LAKSA
2 tablespoons laksa paste 1 carrot, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon oil 100g rice vermicelli noodles
In a large microwave safe glass cook laksa paste, oil, lemon grass and garlic for 1
Add fish sauce and fish stock and cook for 2 minutes on MEDIUM HIGH (80%). Add the carrot, cubed fish and / or peeled and deveined prawns and cook for 6
cover the noodles. Let it stand for 5 minutes or until noodles are soft and separate
Meanwhile, place noodles into a large bowl and pour over enough boiling water to
seafood mixture.
Stir the coconut cream through the seafood mixture and cook for a further 3
Place the noodles and bean sprouts into a large serving bowl and pour over the
CRAB MORNAY
Garnish with freshly torn coriander and fried onion flakes.
60 butter Salt and pepper, to taste
½ teaspoon dry mustard 4 tablespoons to mato sauce
1/3 cup plain flour 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
2 cups milk 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
2 x 170g cans crab meat, drained chopped In a large microwave safe glass bowl, melt butter for 30 seconds on HIGH (100%).
Stir in flour and mustard. Cook for a further 1 minute on HIGH (100%).
1 tablespoon oil ½ teaspoon Tabasco sauce
5 garlic cloves crushed ½ cup flat leaf parsley, finely
1 onion, finely chopped 3 tablespoons cream
Gradually stir in milk, cook for 4 minutes on MEDIUM HIGH (80%), stirring
halfway through cooking.
Worcestershire sauce, Tabasco sauce and cream.
minutes on MEDIUM HIGH (80%), stirring halfway.
Place oil, onion and garlic in a small microwave safe glass bowl. Cook for 5
Stir in onion and garlic, crab meat, salt and pepper, ¾ cup parmesan, tomato sauce,
cheese.
Place into a 3 litre serving dish and cook for 10 minutes on MEDIUM (50%).
Stir through the parsley and serve with pasta. Sprinkle with remaining parmesan
VEGETABLES
Serves 4-6
d
and hot water.
n serving dish, add sauce and parsley. Stir until well combined.
Serves 4
7 minutes on
MEDIUM HIGH (80%). Stir halfway through cooking.
3 minutes on MEDIUM (50%).
Cook for 14 minutes on HIGH (100%), stirring after 7 minutes. Drain and set
aside.
CHILLI AND TOMATO SPAGHETTI
350g spaghetti, snapped in half 2 x 400g can diced tomatoes
1 ½ litres hot water 2 tablespoons tomato paste
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil Salt and pepper (to taste)
2 red chilli, finely chopped 2 handfuls of chopped parsley
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped garnish
1 spanish onion, finely chopped Grated parmesan cheese, to
2. In a medium microwave safe glass bowl add the oil, chilli and onion. Cook for
1. In a large microwave safe glass bowl combine the spaghetti
5. Place spaghetti i
3. Add garlic, cook for 2 minutes on MEDIUM (50%).
4. Add tomatoes, tomato paste, salt and pepper and cook for 9 minutes on
6. Serve with freshly grated parmesan cheese.
1 teaspoon sesame oil 50g cabbage, sliced
2 cloves garlic, crushed 100g cauliflower, cut into florets
2 cups vegetable stock 200g canned baby corn (drained)
THAI VEGETABLE NOODLE SOUP
100g rice or egg vermicelli noodles 1 carrot, thinly sliced
2cm piece fresh ginger, grated 1 shallot, sliced
In a large bowl, add the noodles and cover with boiling water. Leave to soak
1½ tablespoons oyster sauce 100g snow peas, topped and tailed
until soft, then drain. Set aside.
1.
2 teaspoons hoisin sauce 1 teaspoon fresh coriander, choppe
minutes on MEDIUM HIGH (80%).
minute on MEDIUM HIGH (80%).
2. In a large microwave safe glass bowl, combine the oil and garlic. Cook for 1
3. Add the stock, ginger, sauces, carrot, cabbage and cauliflower. Cook for 5
4. Add the remaining ingredients except for the coriander. Cook for
coriander over the top of the soup and serve.
MEDIUM HIGH (80%).
5. Place the noodles into a serving bowl and pour the soup over the top. Sprinkle
B-6
Serves 6
Serves 6
he pumpkin and cook, covered, on MEDIUM HIGH (80%) for
lfway.
HONEY GINGERED VEGETABLES
2 teaspoons lemon juice 2 teaspoons finely grated ginger
500g butternut pumpkin, peeled 2 tablespoons honey
and sliced into 3cm cubes 1 tablespoons soy sauce
2 carrots, sliced into 5cm long batons 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
180g asparagus, cut in half
4 minutes.
3. Add asparagus and cook, covered, for 2 minutes on MEDIUM HIGH (80%).
covered, for 4 minutes on MEDIUM HIGH (80%).
1. In a large microwave safe glass bowl, add pumpkin and lemon juice and cook,
2. Add carrots to t
5. Combine the honey, soy sauce and ginger and pour over the vegetables.
4. Arrange the vegetables onto a serving platter.
SPECIAL FRIED RICE
Sprinkle with sesame seeds.
2 cups jasmine rice (rinsed) ½ leek, sliced
1 teaspoon vegetable stock powder 125g corn kernels
4 cups hot water 2 eggs lightly whisked
30g butter 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
1 carrot, cut into 1cm cubes 2 tablespoons lite soy sauce
ok uncovered for 22 minutes on HIGH (100%). Stir halfway through cooking. Co
100g green beans, sliced 2cm pieces 2 tablespoons sweet chilli sauce
1. In a large microwave safe glass bowl, add the rice, vegetable stock and water.
HIGH (100%), stirring halfway.
3. In a small microwave safe glass bowl, cook eggs on MEDIUM HIGH (80%) for
2. In a large microwave safe glass bowl, melt butter on MEDIUM (50%) for 1½
minutes. Add the carrot, beans, corn and leek and mix. Cook for 5 minutes on
Stir with a fork once cooked and set aside.
2 minutes, stirring ha
4. In a small bowl, mix together the oyster sauce, soy sauce and sweet chilli sauce.
5. Add all the ingredients together and mix well..
DESSERT
Makes approx 45 pieces
t into 2cm x 2cm squares.
tes. Stir mixture a couple of times throughout cooking to
er. Add the biscuit crumbs and tilt and turn the tin to coat the base and sides
Filling
250g cream cheese, roughly chopped
½ cup castor sugar
STRAWBERRY CHEESECAKE
Base
15g butter, melted
25g digestive or Milk Arrowroot biscuits, crushed
1 teaspoon vanilla essence
500g ricotta cheese, drained of all excess liquid
10g gelatine
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
butt
2 tablespoons golden syrup
1 punnet strawberries, halved
1. Grease the base and sides of a 20cm springform cheesecake tin with the melted
3. Pour the mixture into a 20cm microwave safe glass pie dish. Cook on MEDIUM
2. In a food processor, add the ricotta cheese and process for 5 minutes or until
HIGH (80%) for 11 minu
and process for 2 minutes or until smooth.
smooth and creamy. Add the cream cheese, sugar, vanilla, gelatine and lemon zest
with crumbs.
cheesecake.
ensure even texture. Transfer mixture to the springform tin.
6. Serve topped with strawberries.
5. Heat the golden syrup for 10-20 seconds on HIGH (100%). Brush on the chilled
4. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until set.
2 tablespoons golden syrup 1 cup (125g) macadamia nuts,
400g can sweetened condensed milk roughly chopped
MACADAMIA FUDGE
125g butter 100g chocolate melts
1 cup brown sugar ½ teaspoon vanilla essence
crystals from the sides down into the bowl during cooking.
during cooking. To avoid a grainy texture, to not scrape the undissolved sugar
milk and sugar and mix well. Cook for 6 minutes on HIGH (100%), stirring twice
1. In a large microwave safe glass bowl, combine the butter, golden syrup, condensed
2. Stir in the chocolate melts, macadamia nuts and vanilla essence
almonds and pistachios.
NOTE: Macadamia nuts can be substituted for other nut varieties such as pecans,
4. Refrigerate for 2 hours or until firm. Cu
3. Pour the mixture into a greased and lined 28 x 18cm lamington tin.
B-7
ese until smooth. Add icing sugar and lemon
, cinnamon and salt.
Serves 4-6
Icing: To make icing, beat cream che
6. Ice cake once cake is cold.
Cook for 13 minutes on MEDIUM HIGH (80%).
5. Allow to stand for 5 minutes before turning out onto a wire rack to cool.
plate upside down onto the base of the microwave and sit the cake dish on top.
2. Add flour, bicarbonate soda
4. Pour into a greased 20cm microwave safe cake dish. Place a microwave safe
MOIST CARROT CAKE
1 cup oil 3 medium sized carrots, grated
1 cup brown sugar ¾ cup chopped walnuts
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 2 ½ cups icing sugar
3 eggs
1 ½ cups self raising flour, sifted Cream Cheese Icing
1 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda 250g cream cheese
Salt to taste 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1. In a large bowl, beat the oil, brown sugar and eggs until well combined.
3. Fold in the carrots and walnuts.
juice and beat until smooth.
CHOCOLATE SELF
SAUCING PUDDING
1 ¼ cups self-raising flour 90g butter, melted
½ cup castor sugar 1 cup brown sugar
3 tablespoons cocoa powder 3 tablespoons cocoa powder, extra
150g dark cooking chocolate 2 ½ cups boiling water
3/4 cup milk
2. Break up the chocolate and place into a small microwave safe glass bowl,. Melt
powder. Set aside.
the chocolate by cooking for 2 ½ minutes on HIGH (100%), stirring halfway.
1. In a large microwave safe glass bowl, combine the flour, caster sugar and cocoa
(100%).
6. Allow to stand for 5 minutes. Serve hot with ice cream.
5. Pour the liquid over the chocolate mixture. Cook for 10 minutes on HIGH
4. In a separate bowl, combine the brown sugar, cocoa powder and boiling water.
3. Stir the milk, chocolate and butter into the four mixture and mix until smooth.
JAM
B-8
sely the entire
Makes approx 2 x 500g jars
Makes approx 2 x 500g jars
then once again after cooking is
2 cups castor sugar 1. Wash, hull and cut the strawberries in half.
2. In a large microwave safe glass bowl, combine the strawberries and lemon juice.
¼ cup lemon juice
STRAWBERRY JAM
2 large punnets strawberries (approx. 450g each)
cooking time to ensure it does not boil over.
minutes on MEDIUM HIGH (80%). Caution: watch the jam clo
3. Add the sugar and mix well. Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, for 20
Cook, uncovered for 3 minutes on HIGH (100%).
5. Pour the jam into hot sterilised jars, seal and label.
gels slightly, it is set.
4. To test that the jam sets, place 1 teaspoon on a small plate and let it cool. If it
MIXED BERRY
AND APPLE JAM
½ cup apple juice
2 cups castor sugar 1. In a large microwave safe glass bowl, combine the frozen mixed berries, apples
2 large Granny Smith apples, peeled and grated
600g frozen mixed berries
HIGH (80%), stirring twice during cooking and
HIGH (80%).
2. Add the sugar and stir well. Cook, uncovered for 18 minutes on MEDIUM
and juice. Cover with plastic cling-wrap and cook for 13 minutes on MEDIUM
4. Pour the jam into hot sterilised jars, seal and label.
gels slightly, it is set.
3. To test that the jam sets, place 1 teaspoon on a small plate and let it cool. If it
complete.
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