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TIPS & ADVICE

BEFORE YOU START...

To make it as easy as possible to use the

microwave oven we have put together a few hints

and tips for you. Only switch on the oven when the

food is already inside.

SETTING THE COOKING TIME

Defrosting, re-heating and cooking times are

generally much shorter than in a conventional

oven or hob. So you will need to consult this book

for the recommended cooking times. It is better to

set shorter rather than longer cooking times.

Always test the food after the cooking time has

elapsed. It is better then to continue cooking it for

a little longer, than to have overcooked food.

STARTING TEMPERATURE

Defrosting, re-heating and cooking times depend

on the temperature of the food when you start. For

example, deep frozen and refridgerated food will

need longer than food that is at room temperature.

Standard storage temperaturs of food are assumed

for re-heating and cooking times (refridgerator

temperature of 5° C, Room temperature of

approximately 20° C). For defrosting food a starting

temperature of -18° C is assumed.

Cook popcorn only in special microwave safe

containers. Refer exactly to the manufacturer’s

instructions. Do not use a normal paper or glass

container.

Do not cook eggs in the unbroken shells. Pressure

builds up inside the shell and this

may result in the egg exploding.

Do not heat oil or fat for deep-

frying inside the microwave

oven. It is impossible to control

the temperature of the oil and it

may suddenly splash out of the

pan.

Do not heat sealed containers

such as jars or tins. The pressure

inside the container could cause the container to

explode. (The exception is when you are making

preserves).

COOKING TIMES

All the times given in this book are guidelines,

which can be varied according to the initial

temperature, weight and condition of the food

(water or fat content etc.).

SALT, SPICES AND HERBS

Food cooked in your microwave retains its individual

flavour better than it does when conventional

preparation methods are used. For this reason you

should use salt sparingly and normally add it only after

cooking. Salt absorbs liquid and dries out the outer layer

of food. Herbs and spices can be used as normal.

TYPES OF USE

Microwave: you can defrost frozen foods in a

short time.

Combined operation: With the combination of

microwave and grill you can cook and roast at the

same time. Therefore, the advantages of these

appliances will combine sensibly and mutually. The

heat of the grill quickly seals the pores of the food

and the microwave functions for a short time. The

food keeps its moisture inside and is crispy on the

outside.

Grill: Your oven is provided with a quartz grill,

which you can also use without microwave

operation like any other conventional grill.

COOKING TEST

The cooking status of meals can be tested as with

conventional preparation:

● Food thermometer: Each food has a certain

interior temperature at the end of the heating

process. With a food thermometer you can

determine whether the food is hot or cooked

enough.

● Fork: You can check fish with a fork. If the fish

meat is no longer clear and comes easily from

the fishbones, it is. If it is over-cooked, it

becomes tough and dry.

● Wooden skewer: Cakes and bread can be

tested by inserting a wooden skewer. If the

skewer remains clean and dry after pulling it

out they are done.

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