User manual PANASONIC NN-D501

[. . . ] Your oven is rated `E', which is very efficient. It is therefore very important that you refer carefully to the packet instructions on convenience foods. Some packet instructions only display information for B or D rated ovens. We therefore provide additional guidelines for reheating on pages 23-27 of this book. [. . . ] Always turn or stir the food especially when the oven "beeps''. Minced meat, chops and other small items should be broken up or separated as soon as possible and placed in a single layer. It is essential when defrosting chickens and joints of meat. The outside thaws out first, so protect wings/breast and fat with smooth pieces of aluminium foil secured with cocktail sticks. Allow standing time so that the centre of the food thaws out. (Minimum of 1 hour for joints of meat and whole chickens). Arrange food in a single layer. Turn or break up food as soon as possible. Shield chickens and joints of meat . 18 Defrosting Foods Using Defrost Power & Time The times given below are a guideline only. Always check the progress of the food by opening the oven door and then re-starting. For larger quantities adjust times accordingly. Food should not be covered during defrosting. Meat Beef/Lamb/Pork Joint 450g (1lb) Minced Beef 450g. (1lb) General Bread Sliced 400g (14oz) Slice of bread 30g. Large pieces of fish / meat in a thin sauce, may require longer cooking. These programs are not suitable for foods that cannot be stirred. Meals in bowl shaped containers will need extra cooking time. 20 Auto Weight Reheat Programs 3. Reheat Pasta Meal (200-1000g) This program is for reheating a pasta style convenience meal that can be stirred. Foods must be in a suitable single section microwaveable container and have the film pierced. Place on turntable, press the Auto Reheat pad three times. Stir the food before serving. Important Note: for Auto Weight reheat programs curry, chinese style and pasta meals. Large pieces of fish / meat in a thin sauce, may require longer cooking. These programs are not suitable for foods that cannot be stirred. Meals in bowl shaped containers will need extra cooking time. Auto Weight Cook Programs 1. Cook Jacket Potatoes (200-1000g) To cook jacket potatoes choose medium sized potatoes 200-250g (7-9oz). [. . . ] oz) boiling water over the chopped dates and set aside to cool. Add vanilla and coffee essence to the milk. Cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Fold in the flour and flavoured milk, then pour in the date mixture. [. . . ]