User manual PANASONIC NN-V359

[. . . ] Microwaves leave most foods tastier and leave you with less washing up, but don't expect to become a perfect microwave cook overnight ­ some of the methods are very different to those used in conventional cooking. Home Economists program the ovens especially for the UK market. The recipes are also tested many times to ensure you achieve successful results at home. We hope you enjoy using your new oven but should you require any further help or explanation, phone our to the address below, or contact us on-line at Write COOKERY ADVICE LINE 01344 862108 test. kitchen@panasonic. co. uk Alternatively visit our website at www. cooking-corner. co. uk Carol Cook The Microwave Test & Development Kitchen Panasonic Consumer Electronics U. K. [. . . ] Combi: Grill 1 + SIMMER Joints MEDIUM 12-13 per Place on upturned saucer in microwave safe dish or drip tray. Turn joint over halfway during Combi: Grill 1 + MEDIUM 5 mins. PASTA ­ Place in a large 2 litre (4 pint) microwave safe bowl. Twists 225 g HIGH 8-10 Macaroni 225 g HIGH 10-12 Spaghetti 225 g HIGH 8 . Tortellini 225 g HIGH 12 Use 1 litre (13/4 pt) boiling water. Tagliatelli 225 g HIGH 8-9 Spaghetti (Quick Cook) 225 g HIGH 5-7 Pasta Shapes (Quick Cook) 225 g HIGH 6-7 PASTRY ­ UNCOOKED HIGH 3-4 Prick base of pastry, chill well. Shortcrust Flan Case 23 cm (9") or Combi: Grill 1 + MEDIUM 4-5 Prick base of pastry, chill well. Thin & Crispy 375 g HIGH 4 Place on heatproof plate on turntable. or Combi: Grill 1 + SIMMER 8 French Bread 320 g (1) Combi: Grill 1 + LOW 8-12 Place on heatproof plate on turntable. PORK ­ from raw ­ CAUTION: Hot Fat!For Guidelines see Meat Chapter page 45. The denser the food the longer the stand time. 37 Cooking Charts Weight/ Choice of Food Quantity Cooking Modes FRESH VEGETABLES ­ Place in shallow microwave safe dish. Peas 450 g HIGH Potatoes ­ boiled 450 g HIGH Potatoes ­ par-boiled 450 g HIGH Potatoes ­ new whole 450 g HIGH Potatoes ­ to mash 450 g HIGH 1 HIGH 2 HIGH Potatoes ­ jacket (200 g / 7 oz) 4 HIGH 1 HIGH 2 HIGH Potatoes ­ jacket (250 g / 9 oz) 4 HIGH Spinach 450 g HIGH Spring Greens 450 g HIGH Swede ­ cubed 450 g HIGH Turnip 450 g HIGH FROZEN VEGETABLES ­ Place in shallow microwave safe dish. Asparagus 450 g HIGH Beans ­ broad 450 g HIGH Beans ­ green 450 g HIGH Broccoli 450 g HIGH Brussel Sprouts 450 g HIGH Cabbage ­ shredded 450 g HIGH Carrots 450 g HIGH Cauliflower 450 g HIGH Mange Tout 450 g HIGH Mixed Vegetables 450 g HIGH Peas 450 g HIGH Spinach ­ nuggets 450 g HIGH Swede ­ diced 450 g HIGH Sweetcorn 450 g HIGH Time Approx. (mins. ) 4-6 6-7 4-5 6-7 8 41/2 7 12 51/2 91/2 15 7 7 7-8 11-12 7-8 8 8-9 9 9-10 5-6 8-9 10 7-8 7 6-7 8-9 10 7 Instructions/Guidelines Add 90 ml (6 tbsp) water. Cover. Wash and prick skins several times. After cooking stand for 5 mins wrapped in foil. Or use Auto Program Jacket Potato. Add 90 ml (6 tbsp) water. Cover. POINTS FOR CHECKING Always check that food is piping hot after reheating in the microwave. Foods will still require a STAND TIME, especially if they cannot be stirred. The denser the food the longer the stand time. 38 Increasing and Decreasing Recipes INCREASING RECIPES · To increase a recipe from 4 to 6 servings, increase each ingredient listed by half. To double the quantity, simply double every ingredient listed. [. . . ] 62 Red Onion Chutney . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Pulses, cooking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Puddings and Desserts Baked Lemon Cheesecake. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Christmas Pudding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Creme Caramel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ]