NN-CF853W - Microwaves PANASONIC - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL NN-CF853W PANASONIC

Operating Instructions and Cookery Book Microwave, Grill & Convection Oven

Model Numbers: NN-CF873S NN-CF853W

Household use only

Panasonic microwave oven with digital display and control buttons (no visible text or symbols)

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PLEASE READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

Important notice

The IEC (60705) power output (watts) 1000 W The heating category for small packs of food E Microwave symbol

Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic Microwave Oven.

Your oven is rated 1000 Watts (IEC). When using other cookbooks remember to adjust cooking times accordingly. The symbol indicates the heating category for your oven when cooking or reheating convenience foods.

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 and cooking on pages 71-86 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, touch Start to continue the cooking time.

Failure to follow the instructions given in this operating instructions and cookbook, may affect the recipe result and in some instances may be dangerous.

Customer Communications Centre 0344 844 3899

Selected Spares and Accessories:

Order direct on line at www.panasonic.co.uk or by telephoning the Customer Communications Centre number above.

For Cookery Advice call: 01344 862108 (open Monday to Friday 9 am - 12 pm) Alternatively visit our web site at www.theideaskitchen.co.uk

■ Important safety instructions. Before operating this oven, please read these instructions carefully and keep for future reference.

■ This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory and mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction by a person responsible for their safety concerning the use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision. Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children less than 8 years.

■ 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.

■ If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
■ Warning! The appliance should be inspected for damage to the door seals and door seal areas and if these areas are damaged the appliance should not be operated until it has been repaired by a service technician trained by the manufacturer.
■ Warning! Do not attempt to tamper with or make any adjustments or repairs to the door, control panel housing, safety interlock switches or any other part of the oven. Do not remove the outer panel from the oven which gives protection against exposure to microwave energy. Repairs should only be by a qualified service person.
■ Warning! Liquids and other foods must not be heated in sealed containers since they are liable to explode.
■ Warning! Do not place this oven near an electric or gas cooker range.

■ Warning! 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.
■ This oven is intended for Counter-top and Built-in use only. It is not intended for use inside a cupboard. This oven may be Built into a wall cabinet by using the proper trim kit (NN-TK813CSCP Stainless), which may be purchased from a local Panasonic dealer.

For Countertop use:

■ The oven must be placed on a flat, stable surface 850 mm above the floor, with rear of oven placed against a back wall. For proper operation the oven must have sufficient air flow, i.e. 50 mm at one side, the other being open; 150 mm clear over the top; 100 mm at the rear.
■ When heating food in plastic or paper containers, check the oven frequently as these types of containers ignite if overheated.

■ If smoke is emitted or a fire occurs in the oven, touch Stop/Cancel and leave the door closed in order to stifle any flames. Disconnect the power cord, or shut off power at fuse or circuit breaker panel.
■ When heating liquids, e.g. soup, sauces and beverages in your 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.
■ The contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars are to be stirred or shaken. The temperature has to be checked before consumption to avoid burns.
■ Do not cook eggs in their shells and whole hard-boiled eggs by MICROWAVE. Pressure may build up and the eggs may explode, even after the microwave heating has ended.
■ Clean the inside of the oven, door seals and door seal areas regularly. When food splatters or spilled liquids adhere to the oven walls, base of the oven, 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 abrasive is not recommended.

■ DO NOT USE COMMERCIAL OVEN CLEANERS.
- When using the GRILL, CONVECTION, or COMBINATION modes, some foods may inevitably splatter grease on to the oven walls. If the oven is not cleaned occasionally, it may start to “smoke” during use.
■ Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition could lead to deterioration of surfaces that could affect the life of the appliance and possibly result in a hazardous situation.
■ Warning! The accessible parts may become hot in GRILL, CONVECTION and COMBINATION use. Young children less than 8 years of age should be kept away. Children should only use the oven under adult supervision due to the temperatures generated.
■ A steam cleaner is not to be used for cleaning.
■ 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.

■ Exterior oven surfaces, including air vents on the cabinet and the oven door will get hot during GRILLING, CONVECTION, and COMBINATION modes, take care when opening or closing the door and when inserting or removing food and accessories.
■ This appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remote-control system.
■ Only use utensils that are suitable for use in microwave ovens.
■ The microwave oven is intended for heating food and beverages only. Drying of food, newspapers or clothing and heating of warming pads, slippers, sponges, damp cloth, wheat bags, hot water bottles and similar may lead to risk of injury, ignition or fire.
■ Please refer to page 15 for correct installation of the shelf accessories.

■ The oven has two grill heaters situated in the top of the oven and a convection heater situated in the back of the oven. After using the GRILL, CONVECTION, and COMBINATION functions, care should be taken to avoid touching the inside surfaces of the oven as these will be very hot. Care should be taken to avoid the heating element inside the oven. 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.

■ Before using the oven, place the drip tray in position. Refer to page 16 for correct installation.
■ This appliance is intended to be used in household applications only.

Contents

Important safety instructions....9-10

Before using your oven....11

Placement of your oven....12

Building-in your oven....12

Care & cleaning of your oven 13

Maintenance of your oven 14

Parts of your oven 14-16

Outline diagram....17

Important information....18-20

Microwaving principles 21

Control panel 22

General guidelines....23-24

Containers to use 25-26

Cooking modes....27-28

Let's start to use your oven 29

Setting the clock....30

Child safety lock....30

Operation guide setting....31

Slider bar feature....31

Microwave cooking and defrosting 32

Defrosting guidelines....33

Defrosting chart....34-35

Grilling 36-37

Convection cooking....38-41

Turbo-bake cooking....42-45

Combination cooking....46-55

Multi-stage cooking....56-57

Using the timer 58

Using the Delay/Stand feature....59

Chaos defrost....60-61

Auto sensor programs....62-67

Auto weight programs....68-70

Cooking and reheating guidelines....71

Reheating charts 72-77

Cooking charts....78-86

Increasing and decreasing recipes....87

Using recipes from other books....87

Cooking for one 87

Recipes....88-141

Questions & answers....142-143

Technical specifications....144

Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic Microwave Oven.

Important safety instructions

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 a rating of 13 amps and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.

Check for the ASTA mark 🎨 or the BSI mark ♥ on the body of the fuse.

If the fuse cover is detachable, never use the plug with the cover omitted. 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.

IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE FOR THE SOCKET OUTLET IN 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-AND-YELLOW 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 BLACK. The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED.

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.

Important safety instructions

1. In case of electronic failure, oven can only be turned off at wall socket.

■ Warning!

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.

1. This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory and mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction by a person responsible for their safety concerning the use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
2. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
3. During use the appliance becomes hot. Care should be taken to avoid touching heating elements inside the oven.

Storage of accessories

1. Do not store any objects other than oven accessories inside the oven in case it is accidentally turned on.

Exterior oven surfaces

1. Exterior oven surfaces, including air vents on the rear and bottom of the cabinet and the oven door will get hot during GRILL, CONVECTION and COMBINATION, take care when opening or closing the door and when inserting or removing food and accessories.

Heater

1. The oven has two grill heaters situated in the top of the oven and a convection heater situated in the back of the oven. After using either the GRILL, CONVECTION and COMBINATION functions, the inside surfaces of the oven will be very hot. Care should be taken to avoid touching the heating elements inside the oven.

■ Caution Hot surfaces

After cooking by these modes, the oven accessories will be very hot.

1. Before using GRILL, CONVECTION or COMBINATION function for the first time operate the oven without food and accessories on CONVECTION 230 °C 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 completely empty.

■ Caution!

Grill element and oven will be hot. DO NOT OPERATE THE OVEN EMPTY apart from point 8 above. The appliance must not be operated by Microwave or Combination including microwave WITHOUT FOOD IN THE OVEN. Operation when empty will damage the appliance.

The accessible parts may become hot in combination use. Young children less than 8 years of age should be kept away. Children should only use the oven under adult supervision due to the temperatures generated.

Before using your oven

Examine your oven

1. 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 dealer immediately if unit is damaged. DO NOT install if unit is damaged.

Guarantee

1. Your receipt is your guarantee, please keep it safe.

Cord

1. If the supply cord of this appliance is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or it's 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.

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Placement of your oven

This oven is intended for counter-top and built-in use only. It is not intended for use inside a cupboard. This oven may be built into a wall cabinet by using the proper trim kit, (NN-TK813CSCP, Stainless) which may be purchased from you local Panasonic dealer.

5cm 15cm 10cm Open Counter top

Counter top use

1. The oven must be placed on a fl at, stable surface 850 mm above the floor, with rear of oven placed against a back wall. For proper operation the oven must have sufficient air flow, i.e. 5 cm at one side, the other being open; 15 cm clear over the top; 10 cm at the rear.

Building-in your oven

1. In case of fi tting into an oven housing, please use Panasonic's Trim Kit, NN-TK813CSCP, Stainless.

2. Microwave ovens should not be built into a unit directly above a top front venting conventional cooker. This may be a safety hazard and could result in damage to your oven. This will invalidate your one year guarantee.

3. 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.

4. Do not block air vents on the rear, bottom and top of the oven. 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.

5. This appliance is intended to be used in household applications only.

6. A microwave which is built in must be more than 850 mm above floor level. Read Trim-Kit instructions carefully before installation. It is recommended that the microwave oven is placed below a conventional oven to avoid heat damage to the facia of the microwave.

Care & cleaning of your oven

■ 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.

3. The back and top of the oven cavity has a self-clean catalytic lining. It is therefore not necessary to clean this area.

4. After using GRILL, CONVECTION, and COMBINATION cooking the walls of the oven should be cleaned with a soft cloth squeezed in soapy water. Particular care should be taken to keep the window area clean particularly after cooking by GRILL, CONVECTION and COMBINATION. Stubborn spots inside the oven can be removed by using a small amount of branded conventional oven-cleaner sprayed onto a soft damp cloth. Wipe onto problem spots, leave for recommended time and then wipe off. DO NOT SPRAY DIRECTLY INSIDE THE OVEN.

5. Do not use harsh abrasive cleaners or sharp metal scrapers to clean the oven door glass since they may scratch the surface, which may result in shattering of the glass.

6. 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.

7. If the control panel becomes dirty, clean with a soft, dry cloth. DO NOT use harsh detergents or abrasives on 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 to clear the display window.

8. 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.

9. The oven cavity floor should be cleaned regularly. Simply wipe the bottom surface of the oven with mild detergent and hot water then dry with a clean cloth. Cooking vapours collect during repeated use but in no way affect the bottom surface.

10. When GRILLING or cooking by CONVECTION or 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 'SMOKE' during use. These marks will be more difficult to clean later. There is no need to clean the catalytic lining at the back and top of the oven cavity.

11. A steam cleaner is not to be used for cleaning.

12. Ensure all accessories are kept scrupulously clean, especially when using microwave or combination programs.

13. 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 vents become blocked this could cause overheating which would affect the operation of the oven and possibly result in a hazardous situation.

Maintenance of your oven

Service

1. WHEN YOUR OVEN REQUIRES A SERVICE call your local Panasonic engineer (Customer Communications Centre on 0344 844 3899 can recommend an engineer).

Warning!

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.

Door seals

1. 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.

Parts of your oven

1. Do not cook food directly on the base of the oven. Always place food in a microwave safe dish.
2. The metal accessories provided must ONLY be used as directed for GRILLING, CONVECTION and COMBINATION cooking. Never use metal accessories when cooking in microwave only mode. Do not use if operating the oven with less than 200 g (7 oz) of food on a manual Combination program. Do not use the enamel shelf in COMBINATION with MICROWAVE. The maximum weight that can be used on the enamel shelf is 4 kg (8 lb 14 oz). FAILURE TO USE ACCESSORIES CORRECTLY COULD DAMAGE YOUR OVEN.

■ Warning!

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.

Oven light

1. 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.

Selected soares and accessories

1. These may be ordered directly on line at www.panasonic.co.uk or by telephoning the Customer Communication Centre on 0344 844 3899. Most major credit and debit cards accepted. Ensure you quote the correct model number.

2. When cooking with MICROWAVE power arcing may occur if the incorrect weight of food is used, a metal container has been used incorrectly, or the accessories have been damaged. If this occurs, stop the machine immediately. You can continue to cook by GRILL OR CONVECTION ONLY.

3. Always refer to instructions for correct accessories to use on all programs.

Parts of your oven

Wire shelf

1. The wire shelf can be used in the upper and middle shelf positions for GRILLING foods. It can be used in the upper, middle or lower shelf positions for CONVECTION or COMBINATION cooking.
2. Do not use any metal container directly on the wire shelf in COMBINATION with MICROWAVE.
3. Do not use the wire shelf in MICROWAVE mode only.
4. The maximum weight that can be placed on the wire shelf is 4 kg (8 lb 14 oz) (this includes total weight of food and dish).

Glass shelf

1. The glass shelf can be used in any of the shelf positions for cooking on any mode.
2. If the glass shelf is hot, let it cool before cleaning or placing in cold water, as this could crack or shatter the accessory.
3. The maximum weight that can be placed on the glass shelf is 4 kg (8 lb 14 oz) (this includes total weight of food and dish).

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Glass shelf

Plastic covers

Wire shelf

Important user information - Please note the plastic covers on the wire shelf are designed to remain on the shelf when in use. They are not packaging and must not be discarded.

Enamel shelf

1. The enamel shelf is for cooking on GRILL, CONVECTION or TURBO-BAKE mode. Do not use on TURBO-COOK or COMBINATION modes.
2. For 2 level CONVECTION cooking, the wire shelf can be used as the upper level and the enamel shelf can be used as the lower level.
3. The maximum weight that can be placed on the enamel shelf is 4 kg (8 lb 14 oz) (this includes total weight of food and dish).

Simple 3D rendering of a rectangular tray with rounded corners and a flat top (no text or symbols)

Enamel shelf

Drip tray

1. Before using the oven, the drip tray must be fitted as it collects excess water during cooking. The drip tray should be removed and cleaned on a regular basis.
2. Fit the drip tray by holding with both hands and clicking onto the front legs of the oven.
3. To remove the drip tray, hold with both hands and gently ease forward. Wash in warm soapy water. Re-position the drip tray by clicking back onto the legs.

4. Built-in Oven using a Panasonic trim kit Use caution when removing the trim kit frame, as some exposed edges may be sharp to touch and may cause injury. To clean the drip tray, remove the trim kit frame by opening the door, hold onto the top frame and gently pull forward. Once the clips are released, close the door, hold onto the bottom two corners and pull forward. Remove, clean and re-position the drip tray. Push the trim kit frame back into place ensuring all four corners are secure.

5. DO NOT USE A DISHWASHER TO CLEAN THE DRIP TRAY.

Drip tray

Parts of your oven

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Drip Tray

1. Connect the drip tray to the plastic feet, as shown in the diagram, before using the oven.
2. Clean and wipe dry after use.
3. After cleaning, re-connect the drip tray to the plastic feet.

The following chart shows correct use of the accessories in the oven

	Wire shelf Glass shelf Enamel shelf
Microwave	×	√	×
Grill	√	√	√
Convection	√	√	√
Turbo-bake	√	√	√
Turbo-cook	√*	√	×
Convection + Microwave	√*	√	×
Grill + Microwave	√*	√	×
Convection + Microwave + Grill	√*	√	×

Notes:

1. *: Metal containers can not be placed directly on the wire shelf.
2. Either place food directly on the wire shelf or place a glass dish directly on the wire shelf.

Outline diagram

Warning label Convection heater LED lights Warning labelGrill elements Shelf positions Power supply cord Power supply plug Door safety lock system. To prevent injury, do not insert fi nger, knife, spoon or other object into the latch hole. Power supply cord Door hinges To prevent injury when opening or closing the door, keep fi ngers away from the clock hinges Oven window Bottom microwave Door handle

Pull the door handle downwards to open. When you open the oven door during cooking, the cooking is stopped temporarily without clearing the programmed settings. The cooking is resumed as soon as the door is closed and Start is touched. The oven lamp lights as soon as the oven door is opened.

Control panel Air vent exhaust (Do not remove) Warning label Identifi cation plate

Front view Rear view

Important information – read carefully

Safety

If smoke is emitted or a fire occurs in the oven, touch Stop/Cancel and leave the door closed in order to stifle any flames.

Disconnect the power cord, or shut off 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 fi rst 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.

Small quantities of food

Take care when heating small quantities of food as these can easily burn, dry out or catch fi re if cooked too long. Always set short cooking times and check the food frequently.

Foods low in moisture

Take care when heating foods low in moisture, e.g. bread items, chocolate, 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 poppodums. The microwave oven is intended for heating food and beverages only. Drying of food, newspapers or clothing and heating of warming pads, slippers, sponges, damp cloth, wheat bags, hot water bottles and similar may lead to risk of injury, ignition or fire.

Christmas pudding

Christmas puddings and other foods high in fats or sugar, e.g. jam, mince pies, must not be over heated. These foods must never be left unattended as with over cooking these foods can ignite.

Boiled eggs

Eggs in their shell and whole hardboiled eggs should not be heated in microwave ovens since they may explode even after microwave heating has ended.

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.

■ Warning

Liquids and other foods must not be heated in sealed containers since they are liable to explode.

Important information – read carefully

Liquids

When heating liquids, e.g. 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.

Lids

Always remove the lids of jars and containers and takeaway food containers before you microwave them. If you don't then steam and pressure might build up inside and cause an explosion even after the microwave cooking has stopped.

Deep fat frying

Do not attempt to deep fat fry in your oven.

Meat thermometer

Use a meat thermometer to check the degree of cooking of roasts 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.

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 when cooking mode includes microwave power as arcing will occur. Do not use recycled paper products, e.g. 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 fi res when used.

Reheating

It is essential that reheated food is served "piping hot". Remove the food from the oven and check that it is "piping hot", i.e. 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, e.g. lasagne, shepherds pie, the centre should be cut with a knife to test it is well heated through. Even if a manufacturer's 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.

Standing time

Standing time refers to the period at the end of cooking or reheating when food is left before being eaten, i.e. it is a rest time which allows the heat in the food to continue to conduct to the centre, thus eliminating cold spots.

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. The oven should be unplugged when cleaning.

■ The back and top of the oven cavity has a self-clean catalytic lining. It is therefore not necessary to clean this area.

Important information – read carefully

Grilling

The oven will only operate on the GRILL function with the door closed.

Fan motor operation

After using the microwave oven, the fan motor may operate to cool the electric components. This is normal and you can take out food even though the fan motor operates. You can continue using the oven during this time.

Utensils/containers

Before use check that utensils/containers are suitable for use in microwave ovens. See pages 25-26.

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 in order to avoid burns. See page 71.

Arcing

Arcing may occur if a metal container has been used incorrectly, if the incorrect weight of food is used, or if the accessories have been damaged. Arcing is when blue fl ashes 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.

You can continue to cook by GRILL, CONVECTION or TURBO-BAKE ONLY.

Microwaving principles

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 mobile phones.

Oven cavity Base of the oven Magnetron Microwave stirrer Stirrer motor Waveguide

In a microwave oven, electricity is converted into microwaves by the MAGNETRON. For bottom feeding, please refer to page 32.

Illustration of a microwave oven with directional arrows indicating airflow or flow (no text or symbols)

REFLECTION

The microwaves bounce off the metal walls and the metal door screen.

40 200 150 100 500 300 150 50

TRANSMISSION

Then they pass through the cooking containers to be absorbed by the water molecules in the food, all foods contain water to a more or lesser extent.

■ Important notes

The dish used to cook or reheat the food will get warm during cooking, as the heat conducts from the food. Even in microwaving, oven gloves are required! MICROWAVES CAN NOT PASS THROUGH METAL AND THEREFORE METAL COOKING UTENSILS CAN NEVER BE USED IN A MICROWAVE, FOR COOKING ON MICROWAVE ONLY.

How microwaves cook food

The microwaves cause the water molecules to vibrate which causes FRICTION, i.e.

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 1½-2 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.

Foods not suitable for cooking by microwave only

Yorkshire pudding and souffl es. This is because these foods rely on dry external heat to cook correctly, do not attempt to cook by microwave.

Foods that require deep fat frying cannot be cooked either.

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 23).

■ Boled eggs

Do not boil eggs in your microwave. Raw eggs boiled in their shells can explode and cause serious injury.

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(1) Display window

(2) Slider bar (plus/minus) (page 31) Select the time or weight by tapping "+"/"-" or swipe the slider bar. Maximum cooking time is 9 hours.

(3) Convection (pages 38-41)

(4) Grill (pages 36-37)

(5) Micro power (page 32)

(6) Turbo-cook (pages 44-45)

(7) Turbo-bake (pages 42-43)

(8) Timer/Clock (pages 30, 58-59)

(9) Chaos defrost (pages 60-61)

(10) Auto sensor programs (pages 62-67)

(11) Auto weight programs (pages 68-70)

(12) Stop/Cancel:

Before cooking:

One touch clears your instructions.

During cooking:

One touch temporarily stops the cooking program. Another touch cancels all your instructions and a colon or the clock will appear in the display.

(13) Start:

Touch to start operating the oven. If during cooking the door is opened or Stop/Cancel is touched once, Start has to be touched again to continue cooking.

Note:

1. The oven will enter stand-by mode after the last operation has completed. When in stand-by mode, the brightness of the display will be reduced.
2. When in stand-by mode, it is necessary to open and close the oven door before operating the oven.
3. If an operation is set and Start is not touched within 6 minutes, the oven will automatically cancel the operation. The display will revert back to colon or Clock mode.

■ Beep sound:

A beep sounds when a key is touched. If this beep does not sound, the setting is incorrect. When the oven changes from one function to another, two beeps sound. After completion of cooking, fi ve beeps sound.

General guidelines

Standing time

Dense foods e.g. meat, jacket potatoes and cakes, require a STANDING TIME (inside or outside of the oven) after cooking, to allow heat to fi nish conducting through the food.

■ Jacket potatoes

Wrapped in aluminium foil when cooked by microwave only. It is not necessary to stand jacket potatoes cooked in COMBINATION mode.

Stand for 15 mins.

Fish

Stand for 2-3 mins.

■ Egg dishes

Stand for 1-2 mins.

■ Precooked convenience food

Stand for 2-3 mins.

Moisture content

Many fresh foods e.g. vegetables and fruit, vary in their moisture content throughout the season. Jacket potatoes are a particular example of this. For this reason cooking times may have to be adjusted throughout the year. Dry ingredients e.g. rice, pasta, can dry out during storage so cooking times may differ from ingredients freshly purchased.

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 escape. Eggs, potatoes, apples, sausages etc, will all need to be pierced before cooking. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO BOIL EGGS IN THEIR SHELLS.

■ Meat joints

Stand 15 mins wrapped in aluminium foil.

■ Plated meals

Stand for 2-3 mins.

■ Vegetables

Boiled potatoes benefit from standing for 1-2 mins, however most other types of vegetables can be served immediately.

■ Defrosting

It is essential to allow standing time to complete the process. This can vary from 5 mins e.g. raspberries, to up to 1 hour for a joint of meat. See pages 34-35.

If food is not cooked after STANDING TIME, return to oven and cook for additional time.

Cling film

Cling fi lm helps keep the food moist and the trapped steam assists in speeding up cooking times. However it should be pierced before cooking, to allow excess steam to escape. Always take care when removing cling fi lm from a dish as the build-up of steam will be very hot. Always purchase cling fi lm that states on the packet "suitable for microwave cooking" and use as a covering only. Do not line dishes with cling fi lm. Do not cover foods when cooking by GRILL, CONVECTION or COMBINATION.

General guidelines

Dish size

Follow the dish sizes given in the recipes, as these affect the cooking and reheating times. A quantity of food spread in a bigger dish cooks and reheats more quickly.

Quantity

Small quantities cook faster than large quantities, also small meals will reheat more quickly than large portions.

Spacing

Foods cook more quickly and evenly if spaced apart. NEVER pile foods on top of each other.

Shape

Even shapes cook evenly. Food cooks better by microwave when in a round container rather than square.

Density

Porous airy foods heat more quickly than dense heavy foods.

Covering

Cover foods with microwave cling film or a self-fitting lid. Cover fi sh, vegetables, casseroles, soups. Do not cover cakes, sauces, jacket potatoes, pastry items. Please refer to cooking charts and recipes for more information.

Arranging

Individual foods e.g. chicken portions or chops, should be placed on a dish so that the thicker parts are to the outside.

Ingredients

Foods containing fat, sugar or salt heat up very quickly. The fi lling may be much hotter than the pastry. Take care when eating. DO NOT overheat even if the pastry does not appear to be very hot.

Starting temperature

The colder the food, the longer it takes to heat up. Food from a fridge takes longer to reheat than food at room temperature. Food temperature should be between 5-8 °C before cooking.

Turning and stirring

Some foods require stirring during cooking. Meat and poultry should be turned after half the cooking time.

Liquids

All liquids must be stirred before, during and after heating. Water especially must be stirred before and during heating, to avoid eruption. Do not heat liquids that have previously been boiled. DO NOT OVERHEAT.

Checking food

It is essential that food is checked during and after a recommended cooking time, even if an AUTO PROGRAM has been used (just as you would check food cooked in a conventional oven). Return the food to the oven for further cooking if necessary.

Cleaning

As microwaves work on food particles, keep your oven clean at all times. Stubborn spots of food can be removed by using a branded oven cleaner, sprayed onto a soft cloth. Always wipe the oven dry after cleaning. Avoid any plastic parts and door area. Customers should not spray directly into the cavity. The catalytic lining at the back and top of the oven cavity is self-cleaning. See page 13 point 3.

Containers to use

Choosing the correct container is a very important factor in deciding the success or failure of your cooking.

Testing dishes for suitability - For microwave cooking only.

When unsure that a cooking container is suitable for use in your microwave, check by the following test:

1. Fill a microwave safe measuring jug with 300 ml ( 12 pt) cold water.
2. Place it on the base of the oven along side the dish to be tested. If the dish you are testing is a large dish, then stand the measuring jug on top of the empty dish.
3. Heat on HIGH power for 1 minute.

Result

If the dish is suitable for microwaving, it will remain cool, whilst the water in the jug will begin to feel warm. If the testing dish feels warm, do not use as it is obviously absorbing microwave energy.

Note

This test does not apply to plastic or metal based containers e.g. Le Creuset® style dishes, which should not be used as they are cast iron covered with enamel.

Quick check guide to cooking utensils

Oven glass

Everyday glass that is heat resistant e.g. Pyrex ^® , is ideal for Microwave, Convection or Combination cooking.

Do not use delicate glass or lead crystal which may crack or arc.

Pottery, earthenware, stoneware

If completely glazed, these dishes are suitable. Do not use if partially glazed or unglazed, since they are able to absorb water which in turn absorbs microwave energy, making the container very hot and slows down the cooking of food.

China and ceramic

Everyday glazed china, porcelain or ceramic plates, bowls, mugs and cups can be used if they are heat resistant. Fine bone china should only be used for reheating for short periods. Do not use dishes with a metal rim or pattern. Do not use jugs or mugs with glued handles, since the glue can melt. If dishes are heat resistant they may be used on Convection and Combination but not directly under the Grill.

Foil/metal containers

NEVER ATTEMPT TO COOK IN FOIL OR METAL containers on Microwave only as the microwaves cannot pass through and the food will not heat evenly, it may also damage your oven. Foil and metal containers can be used on grill, convection and turbo-bake modes and may be used with care during certain combination cooking as long as they are not damaged or dented.

Containers to use

Plastic

Many plastic containers are designed for microwave use, but do not use for cooking foods

high in sugar or fat or for foods that require long cooking times e.g. brown rice. Only use Tupperware ^® containers if they are designed for microwave use.

Do not use Melamine. Never cook in margarine cartons or yoghurt pots, as these will melt with the heat from the food. If heatproof they can be used for

Convection or Combination cooking. DO NOT USE UNDER THE GRILL.

Paper

Plain white absorbent kitchen paper (kitchen towel) can only be used for microwave

cooking e.g. covering blind pastry cases and for covering bacon to prevent splattering.

ONLY USE FOR SHORT COOKING TIMES. NEVER RE-USE A PIECE OF KITCHEN TOWEL. ALWAYS USE A FRESH PIECE OF PAPER FOR EACH DISH.

Avoid kitchen paper containing manmade fi bres.

If you are using branded re-cycled kitchen towel, check fi rst that it is recommended for microwave use. Do not use waxed or plastic coated cups or plates as the fi nish may melt. Greaseproof paper can be used to line the base of dishes and to cover fatty foods e.g. bacon rashers, to stop splattering. White paper plates can be used for SHORT REHEATING TIMES, on Microwave only.

Wcker, wood, straw baskets

Dishes will crack and could ignite.

Do not use wooden dishes in your microwave. DO NOT USE ON ANY COOKING MODE.

Cling film

Microwave cling fi lm can only be used for covering food that is reheated by microwave. It is

also useful for covering food to be cooked, but care should be taken to avoid the fi Im being in direct contact with the food eg. Do not line dishes with cling fi Im. DO NOT USE ON ANY OTHER COOKING MODE.

Aluminium foil

Small amounts of smooth aluminium foil can be used to SHIELD joints of meat during

defrosting and cooking by Microwave, as the microwaves cannot pass through the foil, this prevents the parts shielded from overcooking or over defrosting. Take care that the foil does not touch the sides or roof of the oven, as this may cause arcing and damage your oven. Aluminium foil can be used for Convection cooking.

Roasting bags

Roasting bags are useful when slit up one side to tent a joint, for roasting by power and time.

Do not use the metal twists supplied, when using Microwave, Combination or Turbo-cook.

Cooking modes

The diagrams shown below are examples of the accessories.

It may vary depending on recipe/dish used. Further information can be found in the Cookbook.

Cooking modes Uses	Accessories to use	Containers
MICROWAVE	DefrostingReheatingMelting: butter, chocolate, cheese.Cooking fi sh, vegetables, fruits, eggs.Preparing: stewed fruits, jam, sauces, custards, choux, pastry, caramel, meat, fi sh.Baking cakes without colour.No Preheating	Use your own Pyrex® dishes, plates or bowls directly on the base of the oven.	Microwaveable, no metal.
GRILL	Grilling of meat or fi sh.Toast grilling.Colouring of gratin dishes or meringue pies.Preheating advised	Wire shelf	Heatproof, metal tins can be used.
CONVECTION	Baking of small pastry items with short cooking times: puff, pastry, cookies, choux, short pastry, roll cakes.Special baking: souffl es, meringues, vol-au-vent, small loaves of bread or brioches, sponge cake, meat pie, etc.Baking of quiches, pizzas and tarts.Preheating advised	Enamel shelf and wire shelf.	Heatproof, metal tin can be used.

Cooking modes

Cooking modes Uses		Accessories to use	Containers
GRILL + CONVECTION (Turbo-bake)		Roasting red meats, thick steak (rib or beef, T bone steaks).Braising of fi sh.Preheating advised	Heatproof, metal tin can be used.
COMBINATIONGrill + microwaveConvection + microwaveGrill + convection + microwave		Roasting meat and poultry.Defrosting, reheating and crisping (quiche, pizza, bread, lasagne, gratin).Cooking lasagne, meat, potatoes or vegetable gratins.Baking cakes and puddings with browning, baking of quiches, pies and tarts.Preheating advised(Preheat is not available with Grill + Microwave mode.)	Microwaveable and heatproof.Metal cake tins to be used on glass shelf only.DO NOT USE spring form tins.

Let's start to use your oven

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1 Plug in

Plug into a 13 amp fused electrical socket. You will be reminded to read your operating instructions.

2 Tap Timer/Clock twice to set clock

Set clock as a 24 hr clock. (See page 30 for details).

3 Tap Convection

(Will appear in the display window with the oven temperature) (this procedure is to burn off the oil used for rust protection in the oven.) Tap the Convection until 230°C is in the display window. Remove all accessories from the oven.

4 Enter Time

Tap “+”/“-” or swipe the slider bar until 5 minutes is displayed in the window.

5 Touch Start

The time will be displayed in the window and count down. The oven will beep at the end of the program. The oven is now ready to use.

Caution!

Grill elements and oven will be hot.

Note: Demonstration Mode

This is to enable you to experiment setting various programs. ("DEMO MODE PRESS ANY KEY" will appear in the display window. This is to confirm that there is no microwave power produced and it is safe to use the oven without any food). To set Demonstration Mode: tap Microwave power once, then tap Stop/Cancel 4 times. To cancel Demonstration Mode touch Microwave power once, tap touch Stop/Cancel 4 times.

Setting the clock

When the oven is first plugged in "REFER TO OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE" appears in display window.

- Tap Timer/Clock twice. "SET TIME" appears in the display window and the colon starts to blink.

- Enter the time by tapping “+”/“-” or swipe the slider bar. e.g. 1:25 pm (24 hr clock)

- Touch Timer/Clock. The colon stops blinking. Time of day is now locked into the display

Note

1. One tap of the “+”/”-” will increase or decrease the time by 1 minute. Holding “+”/”-” will rapidly increase or decrease the time.
2. To reset the time of day repeat all the above steps.
3. The clock will keep the time of day as long as the oven is plugged in and electricity is supplied.
4. This is a 24 hour clock.

Child safety lock

Using this system will make the oven controls inoperable; however, the door can be opened. Child Lock can be set when the display shows a colon or the time.

To Set:

Tap Start three times.

The time of day will disappear. Actual time will not be lost. 'LOCK' is indicated in the display.

To Cancel:

Tap Stop/Cancel three times.

The time of day will reappear in the display.

Note

1. To activate child lock, Start must be pressed 3 times within a 10 second period.
2. Child Lock can be set when a colon or the time of day is displayed.

Operation guide setting

To assist you in programming your oven, the following operation will appear in the display window. When you become familiar with your oven, the operation guide can be turned off.

To turn off:

OPERATION GUIDE OFF

Colon or time of day appears in the display window.

Tap Timer/Clock four times.

Display window

To turn on:

OPERATION GUIDE ON

Colon or time of day appears in the display window.

Tap Timer/Clock four times.

Display window

Slider bar feature

Select the time or weight by tapping "+"/"- or swipe the slider bar. The time/weight appears in the display window.

- +

- Time Setting:

To set cooking time or clock.

• Weight Setting:

To set weight of food for chaos defrost and auto weight programs. (see page 61 and 68)

• More/Less Setting:

To set more/less for auto sensor programs. (see page 62)

Microwave cooking and defrosting

There are 6 different microwave power levels available.

Do not place food directly on the base of the oven. Use your own dishes, plates or bowls directly on the base of the oven.

Touch	Power Level	Wattage
Once High	1000 W
Twice Defrost	270 W
3 Times Medium	600 W
4 Times Low	440 W
5 Times Summer	300 W
6 Times Warm	100 W

Tap Micro power until the power you require appears in the display window.

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Select the cooking time by tapping "+"/-" or swipe the slider bar.

Touch Start. The cooking program will start and the time in the display will count down.

Note

1. Maximum time that can be set on HIGH power is 30 mins. On all other power levels the maximum time that can be set is 1 hour 30 mins.
2. You can change the cooking time during cooking if required. Tap “+”/“-” to increase or decrease the cooking time. Time can be increased/decreased in 1 minute increments, up to 10 minutes. Tapping “-” to zero will end cooking. It is not possible to adjust time by swiping the slider during cooking. This is only the case for one stage cooking.
3. DO NOT attempt to use microwave only with any metal accessory in the oven.
4. DO NOT place food directly onto the base of the oven. Place in a microwave or glass dish. Foods reheated or cooked by MICROWAVE only should be covered with a lid or pierced cling film, unless otherwise stated.
5. For manual defrosting times, please refer to defrost chart on pages 34-35.
6. For multi-stage cooking refer to pages 56-57.
7. Stand time can be programmed after microwave power and time setting. Refer to using the timer page 59.

Bottom feeding technology

Please note that this product uses bottom feeding technology for microwave distribution which differs from traditional turntable side feeding methods and creates more useable space for a variety of different sized dishes.

This microwave feeding style can give a difference in heating times (in microwave mode) when compared against side feeding appliances. This is quite normal and should not cause any concern. Please refer to the reheating and cooking charts on pages 72-86.

Defrosting guidelines

By selecting the DEFROST power level from the microwave power key and setting a time, you can defrost food in your microwave. The biggest problem is getting the inside defrosted before the outside starts to cook.

For this reason a defrost program alternates between a defrost power and a standing time. The name for this type of defrost is cyclic. During the standing stages there is not any microwave power in the oven, although the light will remain on.

The automatic stand times ensure a more even defrost but it is still necessary to allow for standing times before use.

For Best Results

1. Place foods in a suitable container. Meat joints and chickens should be placed on an upturned saucer or on a plastic rack if you have one.

2. Check food during defrosting, as foods vary in their defrosting speed.

3. It is not necessary to cover the food.

4. Always turn or stir the food especially when the oven "beeps". Shield if necessary (see point 6).

5. Minced meat, chops, chicken portions and other small items should be broken up or separated as soon as possible and placed in a single layer.

6. Shielding prevents food cooking. It is essential when defrosting chickens and joints of meat. The outside thaws out fi rst, so protect wings/breast and fat with smooth pieces of aluminium foil secured with cocktail sticks.

7. Allow standing time so that the centre of the food thaws out. (Minimum of 1 hour for joints of meat and whole chickens).

White rectangular dish containing several raw meat cuts, likely pork ribs or cutlery, with no visible text or symbols.

Arrange food in a single layer.

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Turn or break up food as soon as possible.

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Shield chickens and joints of meat.

Defrosting chart

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.

Food Weight		Defrost Time	Method	Standing Time
Meat
Beef/Lamb/Pork Joint	700 g(1 lb 8 oz)	20 mins	Place in a suitable dish or on an upturned saucer or use a rack.Turn 3 - 4 times.	60 mins
Beef/Lamb/Pork Joint	1.0 kg(2 lb 4 oz)	25-30 mins	Place in a suitable dish or on an upturned saucer or use a rack.Turn 3 - 4 times.	60 mins
Sirloin/Rump Steak	500 g(1 lb 2 oz)	15 mins	Place in a suitable dish. Separate and turn twice.	15 mins
Beefburgers	60 g(2 oz) ( x 1)	2 mins Place in a suitable dish. Turn. 5 mins
	120 g(4 oz) ( x 4)	3 mins	Place in a suitable dish. Separate and turn twice.mins	10 mins
	227 g(8 oz) ( x 2)	5 mins 15
Minced Beef	500 g(1 lb 2 oz)	15 mins	Place in a suitable dish. Break up and turn 3-4 times.	15 mins
Stewing Steak	500 g(1 lb 2 oz)	12 mins	Place in a suitable dish in a single layer. Break up and turn twice.	20 mins
Lamb Chops	500 g(1 lb 2 oz)	10 mins	Place in a suitable dish in a single layer. Turn twice.	15 mins
Lamb Fillets	300 g(11 oz)	8 mins	Place in a suitable dish in a single layer. Turn twice.	20 mins
Lamb Shanks x 2	900 g(1 lb 12 oz)	18 mins	Place in a suitable dish in a single layer.Separate and turn twice. Shield if necessary.	45 mins
Pork Ribs	700 g(1 lb 8 oz)	15 mins	Place in a suitable dish. Separate and turn twice.	30 mins
Pork Chops	350 g(12 oz)	8 mins	Place in a suitable dish. Separate and turn twice.	15 mins
Bacon	300 g(10.5 oz)	6 mins	Place in a suitable dish. Separate and turn 2-3 times.	15 mins
Sausages	100 g (2)	3 mins Place in a suitable dish. Turn. 5 mins
	500 g (8) 8 mins		Place in a suitable dish. Turn twice.	10 mins
Whole Chicken	1.5 kg(3 lb 5 oz)	30 mins	Place in a suitable dish or on an upturned saucer or use a rack.Turn 3 - 4 times. Shield if necessary.	60 mins

Defrosting chart

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.

Food Weight		Defrost Time	Method	Standing Time
Chicken Portions	x 1 150 g (5 oz)	5 mins Place in a suitable dish. Turn. 10 mins
	x 2 350 g (12 oz)	7 mins	Place in a suitable dish. Turn twice.mins	15 mins
	x 4 500 -600 g (1 lb 2 oz - 1 lb 5 oz)	14 mins 40
Duck Breast Fillets	350 g (12 oz)	10 mins	Place in a suitable dish. Turn twice.	15 mins
Whole Fish x 2	500 g (1 lb 2 oz)	14 mins	Place in a suitable dish. Turn twice separate if necessary.	20 mins
Fish Fillets	100-150 g (4-5 oz)	5 mins	Place in a suitable dish. Separate if necessary and turn twice.	5 mins
	450 g (1 lb)	10 mins 10 mins
Fish Steaks	100 g (4 oz)	4 mins Place in a suitable dish. Turn. 10 mins
	250 g (9 oz)	6-7 mins	Place in a suitable dish. Separate 20 minessary and turn twice.	15 mins
	500 g (1 lb 1 oz)	10-12 mins
Prawns 450	g (1 lb)	15 mins	Place in a suitable dish. Stir twice during defrosting.	15 mins
GENERAL
Sliced bread	400 g (14 oz)	6 mins	Place on a plate. Separate and arrange during defrosting.	10 mins
	30 g (1 oz)	40 secs Place on a plate. 1-2 mins
Soft fruit	500 g (1 lb 2 oz)	12 mins	Place in a suitable dish. Stir twice during defrosting.	20 mins
Gateau 350	g (12 oz)	3-4 mins	Place on a plate.	20 mins
Cheesecake	375 g (13 oz)	4 mins Place on a plate.	20 mins
Meringue dessert	450 g (1 lb)	3 mins Place on a plate.	15 mins
Butter	250 g (9 oz)	3 mins Place on a plate.	10 mins
Shortcrust/Puff pastry	500 g (1 lb 2 oz)	8 mins	Place on a plate. Turn halfway.	15 mins

Grilling

The grill system on the oven gives fast efficient cooking for a wide variety of foods e.g. chops, sausages, steaks, toast, etc.

There are 3 different grill settings available.

Touch	Power Level	Wattage
Once	Grill 1 (High)	1300 W
Twice	Grill 2 (Medium)	950 W
3 Times	Grill 3 (Low)	700 W

Tap Grill until the power you require appears in the display window.

Touch Start to preheat.

A "P" will appear in the display window. When the oven is preheated the oven will beep and the "P" will flash. Then open the door and place the food inside.

* Skip this step when preheat is not required.

Select the cooking time by touching “+”/“-” or swipe the slider bar. Maximum cooking time is 90 minutes.

Touch Start.

The cooking program will start and the time in the display will count down.

Note

1. The grill will only operate with the oven door closed.
2. There is no microwave power on the GRILL only program.
3. You can change the cooking time during cooking if required. Tap “+”/“-” to increase or decrease the cooking time. Time can be increased/decreased in 1 minute increments, up to 10 minutes. Tapping “-” to zero will end cooking. It is not possible to adjust time by swiping the slider during cooking.

■ CAUTIONS

THE ACCESSORIES AND SURROUNDING OVEN WILL GET VERY HOT. USE OVEN GLOVES.

■ Grilling Times

When using the grill to cook foods, the cooking times will be similar to traditional grilling. Most foods will require turning halfway through the cooking time (see section on oven accessories page 37).

Grilling

Oven accessories to use

When grilling foods the wire shelf should be in the upper shelf position and the glass shelf in the middle position to catch drips. Alternatively you can use the enamel shelf in the top or middle positions. When positioning the wire shelf, the vertical wires of the shelf should sit lower than the sides of the shelf.

Place food on wire shelf

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The wire shelf will allow fat and juices to drip through into the glass shelf to reduce excess splatter and smoke when grilling.

Most foods require turning halfway during cooking. When turning food, open oven door and CAREFULLY remove the wire shelf by holding the accessories firmly.

Use oven gloves when removing accessories as they will be very hot, and so will the roof and walls of the oven.

After turning, return food to the oven, close door and touch Start. The oven will continue to count down the remaining cooking time. It is quite safe to open the oven door at any time to check the progress of the food as it is grilling.

If grilling fi sh, chops or small items, place the enamel shelf in the upper shelf position.

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Guidelines

1. There is no microwave power on the GRILL only program.
2. Use the accessories provided, as explained above.
3. The Grill will only operate with the oven door closed.
4. Most meat items e.g. bacon, sausages, chops can be cooked on the hottest setting GRILL 1. This setting is also suitable for toasting bread, muffi ns and teacakes etc.
5. GRILL 2 and GRILL 3 are used for more delicate foods or those that require a longer grill time e.g. fi sh or chicken portions.

6. NEVER COVER THE FOOD WHEN GRILLING.

7. ALWAYS USE OVEN GLOVES WHEN REMOVING THE FOOD AND ACCESSORIES AFTER GRILLING AS THE OVEN AND ACCESSORIES WILL BE VERY HOT.

8. After grilling it is important that the grill accessories are removed for cleaning before reuse and that the oven walls and floor are wiped with a cloth squeezed in hot soapy water to remove any grease. DO NOT PUT ACCESSORIES IN DISH WASHER. It is not necessary to clean the back and top of the oven cavity which has a catalytic self-clean lining.

Convection cooking

Your Combination Oven can be used as a conventional oven using the CONVECTION mode which incorporates a heating element with a fan. For best results always place food in a preheated oven. The grill will come on when the oven is preheating. You can cook in three ways when using convection cooking

1. On the enamel shelf in either of the shelf positions.
2. On the wire shelf in either of the shelf positions.
3. Both of the above at the same time, to use the oven for two level cooking.
   See individual guidelines on pages 39-40 for recommended accessories to use.
   You can preheat with or without the enamel shelf or wire shelf in position.

Tap Convection. The oven starts at 150 °C. Tap the key and the temperature will count up in 10 °C stages to 230 °C, then 40 °C and 100 °C.

Touch Start to preheat.

A "P" will appear in the display window. When the oven is preheated the oven will beep and the "P" will flash. Then open the door and place the food inside.

* Skip this step when preheating is not required.

Select the cooking time by tapping "+"/"- or swipe the slider bar. Maximum cooking time is 9 hours.

Touch Start.

Note: Check that only the convection symbol 📁 is still in the display. If the microwave symbol ≈ is displayed this is incorrect and the program should be cancelled. Reselect the convection setting.

■ CAUTIONS

THE ACCESSORIES AND SURROUNDING OVEN WILL GET VERY HOT. USE OVEN GLOVES.

Note

1. Open the door using the pull down door because if Stop/Cancel is touched the program may be cancelled.
2. The oven can not preheat to 40 °C.
3. You can change the cooking time during cooking if required. Tap “+”/“-” to increase or decrease the cooking time. Time can be increased/decreased in 1 minute increments, up to 10 minutes. Tapping “-” to zero will end cooking. It is not possible to adjust time by swiping the slider during cooking.
4. After touching Start, the selected temperature can be recalled and changed. Touch Convection once to indicate the temperature in the display window. While the temperature is recalled in the display window, you can change the temperature by tapping convection.
5. The oven will maintain the selected preheated temperature for approximately 30 minutes. If no food has been placed inside the oven or a cooking time set, then it will automatically cancel the cooking program and revert to colon or time of day.

Convection cooking

Guidelines

When using the oven as a CONVECTION oven, there is NO MICROWAVE POWER, i.e. the oven is operating as a conventional oven and you can use all your standard metal baking tins and ovenware.

It is possible to cook on one or two levels when using convection cooking.

Oven accessories to use:

ONE LEVEL COOKING

If cooking on one level, you can use the enamel shelf or wire shelf in either of the shelf positions.

Roasting meat: Enamel shelf in lower shelf position.

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Baking: Enamel shelf in lower shelf position.

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You can use the enamel shelf as a baking dish for roasting potatoes or vegetables, and for baking fairy cakes, scones and cookies. It is also ideal for re-heating pre-cooked convenience pastry items.

Roasting Veg / Potatoes: enamel shelf in lower shelf position.

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Reheating: enamel shelf in lower shelf position.

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Convection cooking

Two level cooking

When cooking on two levels use the enamel shelf on the lower shelf position and the wire shelf in the upper shelf position.

Batch Baking: Fairy cakes

Depending on the recipe, you can preheat with or without the accessories in position. See individual recipes for details.

Cooking a complete meal: Frozen pizza on upper level, frozen oven chips on lower level

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Interior view of a toaster oven with food being cooked (no visible text or symbols)

■ Two level cooking is ideal for:

1. Batch baking, fairy cakes, cookies and scones on two levels.
2. Cooking a complete meal together. Frozen pizza on the upper level and frozen chips on the lower level.
3. Cooking roast potatoes on the upper level and roast vegetables on the lower level.
4. Re-heating small pastry items in large batches - Sausage rolls, pastry pies, quiches (all pre-cooked). Ensure that the shelves are inserted correctly, and are secure before use. Do not place a dish of food weighing more than 4 kg (8 lb 14 oz) on the shelf.

■ CAUTIONS

1. ALWAYS USE OVEN GLOVES WHEN REMOVING THE FOOD AND ACCESSORIES AFTER COOKING AS THE OVEN AND ACCESSORIES WILL BE VERY HOT.
2. MAKE SURE THAT YOU HOLD THE DISH AND/OR SHELF FIRMLY WITH BOTH HANDS WHEN YOU ARE REMOVING THEM FROM THE OVEN.

Convection cooking

Guideline to oven temperatures

For best results always place food in a preheated oven.

Don't forget that for ease of programming of the most commonly used temperatures, your oven will start at 150 °C and count up in 10 °C stages to 230 °C, then back to down to 40 °C then 100 °C. Food is generally cooked UNCOVERED - unless it is a casserole or you wish to use roasting bags for joints.

Temp °C Use Temp °F Gas mark
40 °C Proving Bread 90 °F			18
100 °C Pavlova 200 °F 14
110 °C Meringues 225 °F 14
140 °C Rich Fruit Cake 275 °F 1
150 °C Lemon Meringue, Meringue Roulade, Cheesecake 300 °F 2
160/170 °C Casseroles, Gingerbread, Small Tarts, Cookies 325 °F 3
180 °C	Souffl e, Strudel, Victoria Sandwich, Fairy Cakes, Meat Joints	350 °F 4
190 °C	Filo Pastry, Quiche, Gratins, Lasagne, Pastry pies, Chicken	375 °F 5
200 °C	Stuffed Peppers, Scones, Eclairs, Swiss Roll, Muffi ns	400 °F 6
220 °C Vegetable parcels, Yorkshire Puddings, Bread 425 °F 7
230 °C Garlic bread, roast potatoes, baking pizza.		450 °F 8

Turbo-bake cooking

The oven can be programmed to cook or reheat food by the grill and the convection oven working simultaneously, to give foods that extra crispness and colour. This is known as Turbo-bake and can often reduce traditional oven cooking times.

Tap Turbo-bake to select oven temperature. The oven starts at Grill 2 + 150 °C, the temperature will count up in 10 °C stages to 230 °C then 100 °C. The grill level can not be changed from Grill 2.

Touch Start to preheat. A "P" will appear in the display window. When the oven is preheated the oven will beep and the "P" will flash. Then open the door and place the food inside.

* Skip this step when preheating is not required.

Select the cooking time by tapping “+”/“-” or swipe the slider bar. Maximum cooking time is 9 hours.

Touch Start.

Note: Check that just the convection

symbol 📁 and grill 🌐 are still in the

display. If the microwave symbol

displayed this is incorrect and the program should be cancelled.

Reselect the turbo-bake setting.

Note

1. It is recommended to place food in a preheated oven.
2. Open the door using the pull down door, because if Stop/Cancel is touched the program may be cancelled.
3. Turbo-bake is not available with convection 40 °C.
4. It is not possible to change the Grill level when using Turbo-Bake. To use a different grill level in combination with convection, program manually. Refer to page 50.
5. You can change the cooking time during cooking if required. Tap “+”/“-” to increase or decrease the cooking time. Time can be increased/decreased in 1 minute increments, up to 10 minutes. Tapping “-” to zero will end cooking. It is not possible to adjust time by swiping the slider during cooking.
6. After touching Start, the selected temperature can be recalled and changed. Tap Convection once to indicate the temperature in the display window. While the temperature is recalled in the display window, you can change the temperature by tapping convection.
7. The oven will maintain the selected preheated temperature for approximately 30 minutes. If no food has been placed inside the oven or a cooking time set, then it will automatically cancel the cooking program and revert to colon or time of day.

■ CAUTIONS

ALWAYS USE OVEN GLOVES WHEN REMOVING THE FOOD AND ACCESSORIES AFTER COOKING AS THE OVEN AND ACCESSORIES WILL BE VERY HOT.

Turbo-bake cooking

Oven accessories to use:

Use the enamel shelf or wire shelf for turbo-bake cooking.

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Joints of meat are placed on the enamel shelf in the lower shelf position. Items of meat are placed on the enamel shelf in the upper shelf position.

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Pizza can be placed directly on the wire shelf in the upper shelf position.

Suggested cooking options

Food Weight		Traditional oven	Turbo – bake
Chicken Legs	800 g	40 mins200 °C	28 mins230 °C + GRILL 2
Duck Breast Fillets	350 g	30-35 mins220 °C	18 mins230 °C + GRILL 2
Thick Sausages	300 g	25-30 mins190 °C	15 mins230 °C + GRILL 2
Pork Chops	800 g	20-25 mins200 °C	18 mins230 °C + GRILL 2
Chicken Thighs	800 g	40 mins200 °C	25 mins230 °C + GRILL 2
Pizza	310 g	8-10 mins180 °C	6 mins230 °C + GRILL 2

Guidelines

It is recommended to place food in a preheated oven. Food is cooked UNCOVERED. DO NOT USE PLASTIC CONTAINERS.

Turbo-cook cooking

The oven can be programmed to cook or reheat food more efficiently by using the turbo-cook function. Selecting turbo-cook after convection, grill or a combination of both will simultaneously add microwave (simmer) 300 W power to reduce the cooking time.

and/or

+

Select first cooking mode and power level.

Touch Turbo-cook.

Touch Start to preheat. A "P" will appear in the display window. When the oven is preheated the oven will beep and the "P" will fl ash. Then open the door and place the food inside.

* Skip this step when there is no need to preheat.

Select the cooking time by tapping "+"/"-" or swipe the slider bar. Maximum cooking time is 9 hours.

Touch Start.

The cooking program

will start and the

time in the display

will count down.

Note

1. Preheat is not available with Grill + Microwave mode.
2. Turbo-cook is not available with convection 40 °C.
3. It is not possible to change the Microwave power level when using Turbo-cook.
4. You can change the cooking time during cooking if required. Tap “+”/“-” to increase or decrease the cooking time. Time can be increased/decreased in 1 minute increments, up to 10 minutes. Tapping “-” to zero will end cooking. It is not possible to adjust time by swiping the slider during cooking.

■ CAUTIONS

ALWAYS USE OVEN GLOVES WHEN REMOVING THE FOOD AND ACCESSORIES. AFTER COOKING AS THE OVEN AND ACCESSORIES WILL BE VERY HOT.

Turbo-cook cooking

Suggested cooking options

Food Weight Combination Time
Cottage pie	450 g	230 °C + Grill 1 + Turbo Cook	14 - 15 mins
Fish pie	450 g	230 °C + Grill 1 + Turbo Cook	12 - 14 mins
Lasagne	600 g	220 °C + Grill 1 + Turbo Cook	11 - 12 mins
Fish fingers	230 g	230 °C + Grill 1 + Turbo Cook	8 - 10 mins
Scampi	280 g	230 °C + Grill 2 + Turbo Cook	10 mins
Jacket potatoes	500 g	230 °C + Grill 1 + Turbo Cook	30 mins
Meat pies	110 g	230 °C + Grill 2 + Turbo Cook	4 - 5 mins
Savoury pasties / slices	225 g	230 °C + Grill 1 + Turbo Cook	8 - 9 mins

Combination cooking

Your oven has 4 methods of cooking by combination.

1. Convection and Microwave
2. Convection and Grill
3. Grill and Microwave
4. Convection, Grill and Microwave

COMBINATION cooking is ideal for many foods. The microwave power cooks them quickly, whilst the oven, grill or both gives the traditional browning and crispness.

All this happens simultaneously resulting in most foods being cooked in 12-13 of the conventional cooking time.

There is no need to preheat on COMBINATION programs, EXCEPT when cooking pastry.

It is possible to use smooth seamed metal tins and foil containers on COMBINATION. They must not be placed directly onto the wire shelf or arcing will occur. Place them directly on the glass shelf.

If you experience arcing, which is when you see blue sparks or hear crackling noises, the metal container is unsuitable or you have insufficient food in the oven. You should stop the program immediately and change the container or re-program to GRILL, CONVECTION or TURBO-BAKE only. To cook successfully by COMBINATION you should always use a minimum of 200 g (7 oz) food. Small quantities should be cooked by Convection, Grill or Turbo-bake.

Note

THE ENAMEL SHELF CANNOT BE USED FOR COMBINATION COOKING.

Combination cooking

The cooking modes can be selected in any order.

or or or + ≈ ≈ + ≈ ≈ → ◇ →

Select first cooking mode.
Select second cooking mode.
Select third cooking mode. Touch if preheating. (Only if using convection in combination)

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Select the cooking time by tapping "+"/"- or swipe the slider bar. Maximum cooking time is 9 hours.
Touch Start.

Note

1. Preheating is not available for Grill + Microwave.
2. Combination modes are not available with convection 40 °C.
3. High/Defrost microwave power is not available in combination.
4. When placing food in the oven after preheating, just pull the door handle down because if Stop/Cancel is pressed the program may be cancelled.
5. You can change the cooking time during cooking if required. Tap "+"/"-" to increase or decrease the cooking time. Time can be increased/decreased in 1 minute increments, up to 10 minutes. Tapping "-" to zero will end cooking. It is not possible to adjust time by swiping the slider during cooking.

■ Containers to use

Do not use plastic MICROWAVE containers on Combination programs (unless suitable for combination cooking). Dishes must be able to withstand the heat of the top grill - heatproof glass e.g. Pyrex ^® or ceramic are ideal. But do not put dishes on wire shelf in upper shelf position directly under the grill. Place the wire shelf in the lower shelf position.

■ Oven accessories

When using any Combination cooking program the wire shelf may be used in any shelf position. Do not place metal containers directly on the wire shelf when cooking on combination mode. DO NOT USE THE ENAMEL SHELF ON COMBINATION COOKING.

■ CAUTIONS

ALWAYS USE OVEN GLOVES WHEN REMOVING THE FOOD AND ACCESSORIES AFTER COOKING AS THE OVEN AND ACCESSORIES WILL BE VERY HOT.

Combination 1. Convection and microwave

This is the most popular combination mode combining convection heat with microwave power. Casseroles, fruit crumble, chicken, jacket potatoes, and pastries are very successful using this combination. Unsuitable foods are those which contain whisked eggs, meringues, celebration cakes, biscuits and yorkshire puddings. It is not necessary to preheat on combination except when cooking pastry dishes, to achieve a better result. Do not use this program with less than 200 g (7 oz) of food.

Tap Convection to select the desired temperature. The oven starts at 150 °C, and then the temperature will count up in 10 °C stages to 230 °C, then 100 °C. 40 °C can not be set in combination mode.

Tap Micro Power to select desired micro power level. HIGH/DEFROST power is not available.

Touch	Power Level	Wattage
Once Medium 600 W
Twice Low 440 W
3 Times Summer 300 W
4 Times Warm 100 W

Touch if preheating.

Select the cooking time by tapping "+"/"-" or swipe the slider bar. Maximum cooking time is 9 hours.

Touch Start.

Note

1. You can change the cooking time during cooking if required. Tap “+”/“-” to increase or decrease the cooking time. Time can be increased/decreased in 1 minute increments, up to 10 minutes. Tapping “-” to zero will end cooking. It is impossible to adjust time by swiping the slider during cooking.
2. To turn food just pull the door handle downwards to open, remove the accessories, turn the food, return to the oven, close the door and touch Start. The oven will continue to count down the remaining cooking time.

■ CAUTIONS

ALWAYS USE OVEN GLOVES WHEN REMOVING DISHES FROM THE OVEN - ESPECIALLY WHEN TURNING OR STIRRING FOODS, AS THE ACCESSORIES AND SURROUNDING OVEN WILL GET VERY HOT.

Combination 1. Convection and microwave

Oven accessories to use

Do not use this program with less than 200 g (7 oz) of food.

DO NOT USE THE ENAMEL SHELF FOR COMBINATION COOKING.

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Non-metallic dishes or items of food can be placed directly onto wire shelf in the lower or middle shelf position.

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Joints and portions of meat should be placed on the glass shelf in the lower or middle shelf position.

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Recipes using foil or metal containers e.g. cakes and pastries should not to be placed directly on the wire shelf. Place on the glass shelf.

Guidelines

1. Food is usually cooked UNCOVERED.
2. After cooking it is important that the accessories are removed for cleaning before re-use and that the oven walls and base of the oven are wiped with a cloth squeezed in hot soapy water to remove any grease. It is not necessary to clean the back and top of the oven cavity which has a catalytic self-clean lining.

The chart below gives suggestions for Combination programs. For cooking times refer to cooking charts or a similar recipe in the book. It is not possible to use HIGH or DEFROST Microwave power in this mode.

Oven Temperature Microwave Power Use
230 °C WARM Fruit Crumble
220 °C SIMMER		Caulifl ower cheese and macaroni, quiche
220 °C WARM Chilled rice pudding
190 °C SIMMER Whole Chicken/Turkey
160 °C WARM Cakes, Casseroles

Foods should always be cooked until browned and piping hot.

■ CAUTIONS

ALWAYS USE OVEN GLOVES WHEN REMOVING DISHES FROM THE OVEN - ESPECIALLY WHEN TURNING OR STIRRING FOODS, AS THE ACCESSORIES AND SURROUNDING OVEN WILL GET VERY HOT.

Combination 2. Convection and grill

This combination mode can be programmed to cook or reheat food by combining grill and convection simultaneously, to give foods that extra crispness and colour. This can often reduce traditional oven cooking times. Do not use this program with less than 200 g (7 oz) of food.

Tap Convection. The oven starts at 150 °C. Tap the key and the temperature will count up in 10 °C stages to 230 °C, then 40 °C and 100 °C. 40 °C can not be set in combination mode.

Tap to select Grill power. 1 tap for Grill 2 (Medium), 2 taps for Grill 3 (Low), 3 taps for Grill 1 (High), (default setting is Grill 2)

Touch Start to preheat. A "P" will appear in the display window. When the oven is preheated the oven will beep and the "P" will fl ash. Then open the door and place the food inside.

* Skip this step when preheating is not required.

Select the cooking time by tapping “+”/“-” or swipe the slider bar. Maximum cooking time is 9 hours.

Touch Start.

Note: Check that just the convection symbol 📁 and grill 📋 are still in the display. If the microwave symbol 🔺 is displayed this is incorrect and the program should be cancelled. Reselect Convection and Grill setting.

Note

1. It is recommended to place food in a preheated oven.
2. Open the door using the pull down door, because if Stop/Cancel is touched the program may be cancelled.
3. You can change the cooking time during cooking if required. Tap “+”/“-” to increase or decrease the cooking time. Time can be increased/decreased in 1 minute increments, up to 10 minutes. Tapping “-” to zero will end cooking. It is not possible to adjust time by swiping the slider during cooking.
4. After touching Start, the selected temperature can be recalled and changed. Tap Convection once to indicate the temperature in the display window. While the temperature is recalled in the display window, you can change the temperature by tapping convection.
5. The oven will maintain the selected preheated temperature for approximately 30 minutes. If no food has been placed inside the oven or a cooking time set, then it will automatically cancel the cooking program and revert to colon or time of day.
6. Oven accessories usage refer to page 43.

■ CAUTIONS

ALWAYS USE OVEN GLOVES WHEN REMOVING DISHES FROM THE OVEN - ESPECIALLY WHEN TURNING OR STIRRING FOODS, AS THE ACCESSORIES AND SURROUNDING OVEN WILL GET VERY HOT.

Combination 3. Grill and microwave

This combination mode is suitable for foods which are normally grilled and for reheating small savoury items. Do not use this program with less than 200 g (7 oz) of food.

It is not possible to preheat when using this combination mode and food should always be cooked uncovered.

The Grill will glow on and off during cooking - this is normal.

Tap Grill to select desired grill power level.

Touch	Power Level	Wattage
Once	Grill 1 (High)	1300 W
Twice	Grill 2 (Medium)	950 W
3 Times	Grill 3 (Low)	700 W

Tap Micro power to select desired micro power level. HIGH/DEFROST power is not available.

Touch	Power Level	Wattage
Once Medium 600 W
Twice Low 440 W
3 Times Simmer 300 W
4 Times Warm 100 W

Select the cooking time by tapping

“+”/“-” or swipe the slider bar.

Maximum cooking time is 9 hours.

Touch Start.

Note

1. You can change the cooking time during cooking if required. Tap “+”/“-” to increase or decrease the cooking time. Time can be increased/decreased in 1 minute increments, up to 10 minutes. Tapping “-” to zero will end cooking. It is not possible to adjust time by swiping the slider during cooking.

2. To turn food just pull the door handle downwards to open, remove the accessories, turn the food, return to the oven, close the door and touch Start. The oven will continue to count down the remaining cooking time.

Combination 3. Grill and microwave

Oven accessories to use

DO NOT USE THE ENAMEL SHELF FOR COMBINATION COOKING.

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Food can be placed directly onto the wire shelf in the top or middle shelf positions.

The glass shelf can be placed underneath to catch any drips. When cooking fish or small items, food can be placed directly on the glass shelf.

Interior view of a microwave oven with a single dish on top (no visible text or symbols)

Guidelines

1. Food is always cooked UNCOVERED.
2. To turn food just pull the door handle downwards to open, remove the accessories, turn the food, return to the oven, close the door and touch Start. The oven will continue to count down the remaining cooking time.
3. After Grilling it is important that the Grill accessories are removed for cleaning before re-use and that the oven walls and floor are wiped with a cloth squeezed in hot soapy water to remove any grease. It is not necessary to clean the back and top of the oven cavity which has a catalytic self-clean lining.

For advice on cooking times refer to cooking charts and recipes in this book. See pages 71-86. Foods should always be cooked until browned and piping hot.

■ CAUTIONS

ALWAYS USE OVEN GLOVES WHEN REMOVING DISHES FROM THE OVEN - ESPECIALLY WHEN TURNING OR STIRRING FOODS, AS THE ACCESSORIES AND SURROUNDING OVEN WILL GET VERY HOT.

Combination 4. Convection, grill and microwave

This combination mode is very useful for foods which require quick browning or crisping. Unsuitable foods are, cakes, meringues, foods containing whisked eggs and yorkshire puddings. Food should always be cooked uncovered.

Tap Convection to select oven temperature. The oven starts at 150 °C and the temperature will count up in 10 °C stages to 230 °C then 100 °C . 40 °C can not be set in combination mode.

Tap Grill to select the desired grill level.

Touch	Power Level	Wattage
Once	Grill 2 (Medium)	950 W
Twice	Grill 3 (Low)	700 W
3 Times	Grill 1 (High)	1300 W

Tap Micro power to select desired microwave power level. HIGH/DEFROST power is not available.

Touch if preheating.

Select the cooking time by tapping "+"/"- or swipe the slider bar. Maximum cooking time is 9 hours.

Touch	Power Level	Wattage
Once Medium 600 W
Twice Low 440 W
3 Times Summer 300 W
4 Times Warm 100 W

Touch Start.

Note

1. You can change the cooking time during cooking if required. Tap “+”/“-” to increase or decrease the cooking time. Time can be increased/decreased in 1 minute increments, up to 10 minutes. Tapping “-” to zero will end cooking. It is not possible to adjust time by swiping the slider during cooking.

2. To turn food just pull the door handle downwards to open, remove the accessories, turn the food, return to the oven, close the door and touch Start. The oven will continue to count down the remaining cooking time.

Combination 4. Convection, grill and microwave

Oven accessories to use

Do not use this program with less than 200 g (7 oz) of food.

DO NOT USE THE ENAMEL SHELF FOR COMBINATION COOKING.

Interior view of a microwave oven with a rectangular dish on a rack (no visible text or symbols)

Non-metallic dishes or items of food can be placed directly onto the wire shelf in the lower or middle shelf positions.

Interior view of a microwave oven with a single petal on the stove (no text or symbols visible)

Food should be placed directly onto the wire shelf in either of the shelf positions. The glass shelf can be placed underneath to catch any drips.

Interior view of a toaster oven with open tray and stove (no visible text or symbols)

When cooking small items or fi sh, food should be placed directly on to the glass shelf in the middle or the lower shelf positions.

■ Guidelines

1. Food is usually cooked UNCOVERED.
2. After cooking it is important that the accessories are removed for cleaning before re-use and that the oven walls and base of the oven are wiped with a cloth squeezed in hot soapy water to remove any grease. It is not necessary to clean the back and top of the oven cavity which has a catalytic self-clean lining.

Combination 4. Convection, grill or turbo-bake and

microwave

Do not use this program with less than 200 g (7 oz) of food.

We suggest the following options for this Combination mode.

Convection (Oven temp)	Grill	Microwave Power	Use
230 °C	1	WARM	Fresh breaded fish fillets
230 °C 2 SIMMER			Frozen scampi, reheat meat pies and pasties, larger lasagne
230 °C	3	SIMMER	Frozen breaded fish fillets
220 °C 1 SIMMER			Lasagne, caulifl ower cheese, Quorn® escalopes
220 °C 2 SIMMER			Reheat large meat pies, quiche, fruit pies
220 °C 3 SIMMER	Frozen thin and crispy pizzas.

For advice on cooking times refer to cooking charts and recipes in this book. See pages 71-86.

Foods should always be cooked until browned and piping hot.

■ CAUTIONS

ALWAYS USE OVEN GLOVES WHEN REMOVING DISHES FROM THE OVEN - ESPECIALLY WHEN TURNING OR STIRRING FOODS, AS THE ACCESSORIES AND SURROUNDING OVEN WILL GET VERY HOT.

Multi-stage cooking

2 or 3 stage cooking

Set cooking time using slider by tapping "+"/-" or swipe the bar.

Tap Micro power to select desired power level.

Tap Micro power to select desired power level.

Set cooking time using slider by tapping "+"/-" or swipe the bar.

Touch Start. The cooking program will start and the time in the display will count down.

Example:

To DEFROST (270 W) for 2 minutes and cook food on MAX (1000 W) power for 3 minutes.

Tap Micro power twice to select defrost power (270 W).

Set the cooking time to 2 minutes using the slider.

Touch Micro power once to select max power (1000 W).

Set the cooking time to 3 minutes using the slider.

Touch Start.

Note

1. For 3 stage cooking, enter another cooking program before touching Start.
2. During operation, touching Stop/Cancel once will stop the operation. Touching Start will re-start the programmed operation. Touching Stop/Cancel twice will stop and clear the programmed operation.
3. Whilst not operating, touching Stop/Cancel will clear the selected program.
4. Auto programs cannot be used with multi-stage cooking.

Multi-stage cooking

Example:

To GRILL 3 (low) for 4 minutes and cook food on LOW power (440 W) for 5 minutes.

Tap Grill 3 times to select Grill 3 (low)

Set the cooking time to 4 minutes using the slider.

Tap Micro power 4 times to select low power (440 W)

Set the cooking time to 5 minutes using the slider.

Touch Start. The cooking program will start and the time in the display will count down.

Note

1. For 3 stage cooking, enter another cooking program before touching Start.
2. During operation, touching Stop/Cancel once will stop the operation. Touching Start will re-start the programmed operation. Touching Stop/Cancel twice will stop and clear the programmed operation.
3. Whilst not operating, touching Stop/Cancel will clear the selected program.
4. Auto programs cannot be used with multi-stage cooking.

Using the timer

Delay start cooking

By using the timer, you are able to program delay start cooking.

Touch Timer/Clock once.

Set the delay time using slider (up to 9 hours).

Select Cooking Method & Time

Touch Start.
Set the cooking program, by entering cooking method and time required.

Example:

Delay start: 1 hour Max power (1000 W): 10 mins Simmer Power (300 W): 20 mins

Touch Timer/Clock once.

Set the delay time to 1 hour using the slider.

Tap Micro power once.

Set the cooking time to 10 minutes using the slider.

Tap Micro power 5 times.

Set the cooking time to 20 minutes using the slider.

Touch Start.

Note

1. Three stage cooking can be programmed including Delay Start cooking.
2. If the oven door is opened during the delay time, the time in the display window will continue to count down.
3. If the programmed delay time exceeds one hour, the time will count down in units of minutes. If less than one hour, the time will count down in units of seconds.
4. Delay start cannot be used before an auto program.

Using the Delay/Stand feature

To set a standing time:

By using the Timer, you can program Stand Time after cooking is completed or use to program the oven as a minute timer.

Select Cooking Method & Time

Set the cooking program, by entering cooking method and time required.

Touch Timer/Clock once.

Set the delay time using the slider (up to 9 hours).

Touch Start.

Example:

Max power (1000 W): 4 mins Stand Time: 5 mins Max power (1000 W): 2 mins

Tap Micro power once.

Set the cooking time to 4 minutes using the slider.

Touch Timer/Clock once.

Tap Micro power once. Set the standing time to

Set the cooking time to 2 minutes using the slider.

Touch Start.

Note

1. Three stage cooking can be programmed including stand time
2. If the oven door is opened during the stand time or minute timer, the time in the display window will continue to count down.
3. If the programmed stand time exceeds one hour, the time will count down in units of minutes. If less than one hour, the time will count down in units of seconds.
4. This feature may also be used as a minute timer. In this case touch the Timer/Clock, set time and touch Start.
5. Standing time cannot be used after an auto program.

Chaos defrost

This feature allows you to defrost minced meat, chops, chicken portions, meat joints and bread. Tap Chaos defrost to select the correct defrost category and then enter in the weight of the food in grams (see page 61).

Foods should be placed in a suitable dish, whole chickens and joints of meat should be on an upturned saucer or on a microwave safe plate. Chops, chicken portions and slices of bread should be placed in a single layer. It is not necessary to cover the foods.

The CHAOS Theory principle is used in auto weight defrost programs to give you a quick and more even defrost. The CHAOS system uses a random sequence of pulsing microwave energy which speeds up the defrosting process. During the program the oven will beep to remind you to check the food. IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT YOU TURN AND STIR THE FOOD FREQUENTLY AND SHIELD IF NECESSARY. On hearing the first beep you should TURN and SHIELD (if possible). On the second beep you should turn the food or break it up.

1st Beep

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Turn or Shield

1st Beep

Black-and-white photo of a round food item wrapped in foil, placed on a white plate (no text or symbols visible)

Turn or Shield

2no Beep

Plate of dark, irregularly shaped food items, possibly baked goods or snacks, with no visible text or symbols.

Turn or break up

Note:

1. Check foods during defrosting. Foods vary in their defrosting speed.
2. It is not necessary to cover the food.
3. Always turn or stir the food especially when the oven "beeps". Shield if necessary (see point 5).

4. Minced meat/chops/chicken portions should be broken up or separated as soon as possible and placed in a single layer.

5. Shielding prevents food cooking. It is essential when defrosting chickens and joints of meat. The outside thaws out fi rst, so protect wings/breast/fat with smooth pieces of aluminium foil secured with cocktail sticks.

6. Allow standing time so that the centre of the food thaws out. (minimum 1 hour for joints of meat and whole chickens)

Chaos defrost

With this feature you can defrost frozen foods according to the weight. Select the category and set the weight of the food. The weight starts from the minimum weight for each category.

Tap Chaos defrost.

Once Meat Items.

Twice Meat Joints.

Three times Bread.

tapping "+"/-" or swipe the

slider bar. The slider bar will

count up in 10 g steps.

Touch Start.Select the weight by

Program Weight range Suitable foods

1. Meat items	100 g - 1200 g	Small pieces of meat, chicken portions, chops,steaks, minced meat. Place on a plate or shallowdish. Turn at beeps and shield.
2. Meat joints	400 g - 2500 g	Whole chicken, meat joints. Place on an upturnedsaucer on a plate. Turn at beeps and shield.
3. Bread	100 g - 900 g	Rolls, buns, slices of bread and loaves. Place on aplate. Turn at beeps.

1. Meat items (mince/chops/chicken portions)

NOT SUITABLE FOR SAUSAGES, these can be defrosted manually. Please refer to Defrosting chart on pages 34-35. Chops and chicken portions should be arranged in a single layer and turned frequently during defrosting. It is necessary for mince to be broken up frequently during defrosting and this is best carried out in a large shallow dish. Standing time 15-30 mins.

2. Meat joints/Whole chickens

Whole chickens and meat joints will require shielding during defrosting especially if it is a particularly fatty piece. This is to prevent food starting to cook on the outside edges. Protect wings, breast and fat with smooth pieces of aluminium foil secured with cocktail sticks. DO NOT ALLOW THE FOIL TO TOUCH THE WALLS OF THE OVEN. Standing time of at least 1 hour should be allowed for joints after defrosting.

3. Bread

This program is suitable for small items which are required for immediate use, they may feel warm straight after defrosting. Loaves can also be defrosted on this program but these will require standing time to allow the centre to thaw out. Standing time can be shortened if slices are separated and buns and loaves cut in half. Items should be turned halfway during defrosting. THIS PROGRAM IS NOT SUITABLE FOR CREAM CAKES OR DESSERTS e.g. cheesecake. Standing time 10-15 mins.

Note

1. When the defrosting time is longer than 60 minutes, the time will appear in hours and minutes.
2. The shape and size of the food will determine the maximum weight the oven can accommodate.
3. Allow standing time to ensure the food is completely defrosted.

Auto sensor programs

This feature allows you to cook or reheat foods without entering the weight. The built-in sensor measures the humidity of the food and calculates the recommended microwave power level and/or combination setting together with a suggested cooking time. To allow for some variations that occur in food, check that food is thoroughly cooked and piping hot before serving. Please check carefully and adjust the cooking time if required, as would be the case with a conventional cooking appliance.

How it works

Once the auto sensor program has been selected and start touched the food is heated up. As food begins to get hot, steam is emitted. When the food reaches a certain temperature and begins to cook, an even greater amount of steam is released. The increase in steam emission is detected by a humidity sensor in the oven. This acts as a signal for the oven to calculate how much longer the food needs to cook. The remaining cooking time will appear in the display window after two beeps. Whilst the Sensor program is still in the display window the oven door SHOULD NOT BE OPENED. Wait until the cooking time appears in the window, and then open the door if required, to stir or turn the food.

Adjust to Taste

Preferences for degree of cooking vary for each individual. After having used auto sensor programs a few times, you may decide you would prefer your food cooked to a different degree of cooking. By using “+/-” the programs can be adjusted to cook food for a longer or shorter time. After selecting the auto sensor program, tap “+/-” or swipe the slider bar before touching Start. The oven will automatically cook the food 10% more or 10% less.

example

Optional

Touch Start. The food category will be repeated in the display window. Do not open the oven door until 2 beeps sound and cooking time appears in the display Window.

Select desired

Auto Sensor

program. The food

category appears in

the window.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

1. For best results the Sensor programs should only be used when the oven is cold. It is recommended that the oven is allowed to cool between using the sensor programs, if one or more programs are being used. If in a hurry, cook the food manually i.e. select the correct power level and cooking time. It is not recommended to keep using the auto sensor programs consecutively.
2. The sensor programs cannot be used when the oven is hot. If "HOT" appears in the display window, when trying to set a Sensor program, do not touch Stop/Cancel. A fan will automatically operate to cool the oven within 10-15 minutes, as long as the word "HOT" is left in the display, otherwise cooling may take longer. If in a hurry, cook the food manually, i.e. select the correct power level and cooking time.

Auto sensor programs

Program Minimum	Weight Maximum Weight
4. Chilled meal 200	g	1000 g
5. Frozen meal 200	g	800 g
6. Fresh vegetables 200	g	1000 g
7. Frozen vegetables 200	g	800 g
8. Jacket potatoes 200	g	1500 g
9. Boiled potatoes 200	g	1000 g
10. Fresh fi sh 200	g	800 g
11. Casserole 900	g	2000 g
12. Meat sauce 450	g	2000 g
13. Rice 100	g	300 g
14. Pasta 100	g	450 g

Guidelines for use

For the auto sensor programs it is not necessary to enter the weight of the food. They must ONLY be used for the foods described.

1. Only cook foods within the weight ranges described (see table above).
2. Only use the accessories as indicated on pages 65-67.
3. Always choose a container size that is suitable for the quantity of food i.e. DO NOT allow too large a headspace or the food may not be cooked correctly.
4. The oven automatically calculates the cooking time or the remaining cooking time.
5. The door should not be opened before the time appears in the display window.
6. The temperature for frozen food is assumed to be -18 °C to -20 °C, for refrigerator foods +5 °C to +8 °C.
7. To prevent any mistakes during auto sensor programs ensure that the base of the oven and container are dry.
8. The room temperature should not be more than 35 °C and not less than 0 °C.
9. For auto sensor programs, fresh vegetables, frozen vegetables, boiled potatoes and fresh fish, cover with cling film. Pierce the cling film with a sharp knife once in the centre and four times around the edge. For chilled meal and frozen meal programs reheat in container purchased. Pierce covering film. If transferring meals into a dish, cover with pierced cling film. For auto sensor programs rice and pasta cover with a lid.
10. Most foods benefit from a STANDING time after cooking on an auto program, to allow heat to continue conducting to the centre.
11. To allow for some variations that occur in food, check that food is thoroughly cooked before serving.

Auto sensor programs

When you select an auto sensor program symbols will appear in the display to show the cooking mode that will be used and the accessories that are needed. See below to identify the symbols:

Microwave

Grill

Convection

Accessory placement

Wire shelf

Glass shelf

Enamel shelf

Auto sensor programs

4. Chilled meal 200 g - 1000 g

To reheat a fresh precooked meal. All foods must be pre-cooked. Foods should be at refrigerator temperature approx. + 5 °C. Reheat in container as purchased. Pierce covering fi lm with a sharp knife once in the centre and four times around the edge. If transferring food to dish, cover with pierced cling fi lm. Place container on base of oven. Tap auto sensor programs key once then touch Start. Stir at beeps. Stir again at end of program and allow a few minutes standing time. Large pieces of meat/fi sh in a thin sauce may require longer cooking. This program is not suitable for starchy food such as rice, noodles or potatoes.

Interior view of a stove with food being cooked in a glass pan (no visible text or symbols)

5. Frozen meal 200 g - 800 g

To reheat a frozen precooked meal. All foods must be pre-cooked and frozen (-18 °C); Reheat in container as purchased or in a pyrex dish. Meals in irregular shaped containers may need longer cooking. Pierce covering fi lm with a sharp knife once in the centre and four times around the edge. If transferring food to dish, cover with pierced cling fi lm. Place container on base of oven. Tap auto sensor programs key twice then touch Start. Stir at beeps and cut the blocks into pieces. Stir again at end of program and allow a few minutes standing time. Check temperature and cook further minutes if necessary before eating.

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6. Fresh vegetables 200 g - 1000 g

To cook fresh vegetables. Place prepared vegetables into a suitable sized container. Sprinkle with 1 tbsp (15 ml) cold water per 100 g vegetables. Cover with cling fi lm. Pierce cling fi lm with a sharp knife once in the centre and four times around the edge. Place container on base of oven. Stir at beeps. Tap auto sensor programs key three times then touch Start. Drain after cooking and season to taste.

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7. Frozen vegetables 200 g - 800 g

To cook frozen vegetables. Place vegetables into a suitable sized container. Sprinkle with 1-3 tbsp (15-45 ml) cold water. Cover with cling film. Pierce cling film with a sharp knife once in the centre and four times around the edge. Place container on base of oven. Stir at beeps. Tap auto sensor programs key four times then touch Start. Stir at the end of program and allow a few minutes standing time. Drain and season to taste.

Clear glass bowl containing a small amount of food, labeled 'M' in the corner (no other text or symbols visible)

M = Microwave cooking only

C = Convection cooking only

Combination: Convection + Micro power MC = or Combination: Grill + Micro power or Combination: Convection + Grill + Micro power

Auto sensor programs

8. Jacket potatoes 200 g - 1500 g

To cook jacket potatoes with a crisper drier skin. Choose medium sized potatoes 200 g - 250 g each, for best results. Wash and dry potatoes and prick with a fork several times. Place potatoes on Wire shelf in lower shelf position. Tap auto sensor programs fi ve times. Touch Start.

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9. Boiled potatoes 200 g - 1000 g

Prepare potatoes and cut into even size pieces. Place in shallow Pyrex® dish. Add 15 ml (1 tbsp water) per 100 g of potatoes. Cover with pierced cling film. Pierce cling film once in the centre and four times around the edge. Place the container on base of oven. Stir at beeps. Tap auto sensor programs key six times then touch Start.

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10. Fresh fish 200 g - 800 g

To cook fresh fish. Shield the thinner portions. Ensure fish is not overlapping. Place in a shallow container on base of oven. Add 1-3 tbsp (15 - 45 ml) of cold water. Cover with cling film. Pierce cling film once in the centre and four times around the edge. Place container on base of oven. Tap auto sensor programs key seven times then touch Start. Stand for 5 minutes.

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11. Casserole 900 g - 2000 g

For cubed meat (e.g. braising steak, lamb, pork, not chicken) and vegetables. Place in a suitable sized casserole dish with stock. Use a minimum of 400 ml of stock. If you use a cook-in sauce, also add the same quantity of water. Cover with lid. Place on base of oven. Tap auto sensor programs key eight times then touch Start. When oven beeps stir the casserole.

Close-up of a glass cooking pot on a stove burner, with visible contents and a metal lid (no text or symbols)

M = Microwave cooking only
C = Convection cooking only

Combination: Convection + Micro power MC = or Combination: Grill + Micro power or Combination: Convection + Grill + Micro power

Auto sensor programs

12. Meat sauce 450 g - 2000 g

To cook raw mince beef based sauce, i.e. Bolognese sauce and also very finely diced chicken or pork fillet to be cooked in a sauce. Ensure a minimum quantity of 300 ml liquid or sauce. If using a cook-in sauce add equal quantity of water to cook-in sauce. Cover with a lid. Place on base of oven. Tap auto sensor programs key nine times then touch Start. Stir at beeps.

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13. Rice 100 g - 300 g

For cooking rice for savoury dishes not rice puddings. This program is not suitable for brown rice. Rinse the rice thoroughly before cooking. Use a large bowl. Add 2-2.5 times boiling water to rice. Cover with a lid. Place on base of oven. Tap auto sensor programs key ten times then touch Start. Stir at beep. Allow to stand for 5 minutes after cooking. Drain after cooking.

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14. Pasta 100 g - 450 g

For cooking dried pasta. Use a large bowl. Add 1 tsp salt, 1 tbsp oil and boiling water. For 100 g - 290 g pasta add 1 litre of boiling water. For 300 g - 450 g pasta add 1½ litre of boiling water. Cover with a lid. Place on base of oven. Tap auto sensor programs key eleven times then touch Start. Stir at beep. Drain after cooking.

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M = Microwave cooking only

C = Convection cooking only

Combination: Convection + Micro power MC = or Combination: Grill + Micro power or Combination: Convection + Grill + Micro power

Auto weight programs

This feature allows you to cook foods by setting the weight. The oven determines the Micro power level and/or combination setting, then gives a cooking time; this cooking time has been developed following extensive testing by our Home Economists in our development kitchen. Select the category of food and enter the weight. To allow for some variations that occur in food, check that food is thoroughly cooked and piping hot before serving.

Select desired

Auto weight program. The

food category appears in the window.

Select the weight by tapping

“+”/“-” or swipe the slider bar.

Touch Start.

When you select an automatic program symbols will appear in the display to show the cooking mode that will be used and the accessories that are needed. See below to identify the symbols:

Microwave

Grill

Convection

Accessory placement

Wire shelf

Glass shelf

Enamel shelf

■ Guidelines for Use

The auto weight programs must ONLY be used for foods described.

1. Only cook foods within the weight ranges described below.
2. Always weigh the food rather than relying on the package weight information.
3. Only use the accessories as indicated on pages 69-70.
4. Do not cover food, as the programs use a combination of Microwave and Grill and/or Convection, and it will prevent the food from browning. The heat of the grill and/or oven will also melt any plastic covering.
5. Most foods benefit from a STANDING time after cooking on an auto program, to allow heat to continue conducting to the centre. We recommend a standing time of 10-15 minutes upon completion of cooking roast meats.
6. To allow for some variations that occur in food, check that food is thoroughly cooked and piping hot before serving.

Program Minimum	Weight Maximum Weight
15. Beef rare	500 g 1500 g
16. Beef medium	500 g 1500 g
17. Beef well done	500 g 1500 g
18. Lamb medium	1500 g 2500 g
19. Lamb well done	1500 g 2500 g
20. Roast potatoes	200 g 800 g
21. Frozen potato products	200 g 500 g
22. Chilled pizza	100 g 450 g
23. Frozen pizza	100 g 450 g

Auto weight programs

15. Beef rare 500 g - 1500 g

For cooking rare fresh roast beef (top side, rump or silver side). Place on glass shelf in lower shelf position. Tap auto weight programs key once, enter the weight of the food and touch Start. Stand for 10 to 15 mins.

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16. Beef medium 500 g - 1500 g

For cooking medium fresh roast beef (topside, rump or silverside). Place on glass shelf in lower shelf position. Tap auto weight programs key twice, enter the weight of the food and touch Start. Stand for 10 to 15 mins.

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17. Beef well done 500 g - 1500 g

For cooking well done fresh roast beef (topside, rump or silverside). Place on glass shelf in lower shelf position. Tap auto weight programs key three times, enter the weight of the food and touch Start. Stand for 10 to 15 mins.

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18. Lamb medium 1500 g - 2500 g

For cooking medium fresh roast leg of lamb with bone. Place on glass shelf in lower shelf position. Tap auto weight programs key four times, enter the weight of the food and touch Start. Turn at beep. Stand for 10 to 15 mins.

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19. Lamb well done 1500 g - 2500 g

For cooking well done fresh roast leg of lamb with bone. Place on glass shelf in lower shelf position. Tap auto weight programs key fi ve times, enter the weight of the food and touch Start. Turn at beep. Stand for 10 to 15 mins.

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M = Microwave cooking only C = Convection cooking only

Combination: Convection + Micro power MC = or Combination: Grill + Micro power or Combination: Convection + Grill + Micro power

Auto weight programs

20. Roast potatoes 200 g - 800 g

Peel and cut potatoes into even sized pieces. Place on glass shelf. Add 1-3 tbsp (15-45 ml) olive oil. Place shelf in lower shelf position. Tap auto weight program key six times, enter the weight of the food and touch Start. Turn at beeps.

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21. Frozen potato products 200 g - 500 g

To cook frozen oven chips and potato products, e.g. hash browns, croquettes, etc. that are suitable for GRILLING. Spread out potato products on glass shelf in middle shelf position. Tap auto weight program key seven times, enter weight of food and touch Start. For best results, cook in a single layer and stir at beeps.

Note: Potato products vary considerably. We suggest checking a few minutes before the end of cooking to assess personal browning.

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22. Chilled pizza 100 g - 450 g

For reheating and browning the top of chilled pre-cooked pizza. Remove all packaging and place the chilled pizza on the wire shelf in middle shelf position. Tap auto weight programs key eight times, enter weight of food and touch Start.

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23. Frozen Pizza 100 g - 450 g

For reheating and browning the top of frozen pre-cooked pizza and cheese baguette. Remove all packaging and place the frozen pizza on the wire shelf in middle shelf position. Tap auto weight program key nine times, enter weight of food and touch Start. This program is not suitable for deep pan pizzas.

Black-and-white photo of a baked pizza on an oven, with 'MC' watermark visible (no text or symbols on the food itself)

M = Microwave cooking only

C = Convection cooking only

Combination: Convection + Micro power MC = or Combination: Grill + Micro power or Combination: Convection + Grill + Micro power

Cooking and reheating guidelines

Most foods reheat very quickly in your oven by HIGH power. Meals can be brought back to serving temperature in just minutes and will taste freshly cooked. Always check food is piping hot and return to oven if necessary.

As a general rule, always cover wet foods, e.g. soups, casseroles and plated meals.

Do not cover dry foods e.g. bread rolls, mince pies, sausage rolls etc.

The charts on pages 72-86 show you the best way to cook or reheat your favourite foods. The best method depends on the type of food you are cooking or reheating.

Remember to stir or turn food wherever possible during cooking or reheating. This ensures even cooking or reheating on the outside and in the centre.

When is food reheated?

Food that has been reheated or cooked should be served “piping hot” i.e. steam should be visibly emitted from all parts. As long as good hygiene practices have been followed during the preparation and storage of the food, then cooking or reheating presents no safety risks.

Foods that cannot be stirred should be cut with a knife to test that they are adequately heated throughout. Even if a manufacturer's instructions or the times in the cookbook have been followed, it is still important to check the food is heated thoroughly. If in doubt, always return to the oven for further reheating. If you cannot find the equivalent food in the chart then choose a similar type and size listed and adjust the cooking time if necessary.

Plated meals

Everyone's appetite varies and reheat times depend on meal contents. Dense items e.g. mashed potato, should be spread out well. If a lot of gravy is added, extra time may be required. Place denser items to the outside of the plate.

An average plated meal will take 4-7 mins on High power to reheat. Do not stack meals.

Canned foods

Remove foods from can and place in a suitable dish before heating. Stir food halfway though cooking and again at the end of heating.

Soups

Use a bowl and stir before heating and at least once during reheating and again at the end.

Casseroles

Stir halfway through and again at the end of heating.

■ Mince pies - Caution!

REMEMBER even if the pastry is cold to the touch, the fi lling will be piping hot and will warm the pastry through. Take care not to overheat otherwise burning can occur due to the high fat and sugar content of the fi lling. Check the temperature of the fi lling before consuming to avoid burning your mouth.

■ Christmas puddings and liquids - Caution!

Take great care when reheating these items. DO NOT LEAVE UNATTENDED. DO NOT ADD EXTRA ALCOHOL.

■ Babies' bottles - Caution!

Milk or formula MUST be shaken thoroughly before heating and again at the end and tested carefully before feeding a baby.

Note

Liquid at the top of the bottle will be much hotter than at the bottom. The bottle must be shaken thoroughly and tested before use. WE DO NOT RECOMMEND THAT YOU USE YOUR MICROWAVE TO STERILISE BABIES' BOTTLES. If you have a special microwave steriliser we urge extreme caution, due to the low quantity of water involved. It is vital to follow the manufacturers instructions implicitly.

Reheating charts

The times given in the charts below are a guideline only, and will vary depending on STARTING temperature, dish size and quantity. Pastry or Bread items reheated by microwave will be soft not crisp.

HEATING CATEGORY

Your oven is Heating Category E and this is displayed on the rear of your oven. The information on this label will assist you in using new instructions on food packs to enable you to program the best heating time in your oven.

The IEC (60705) power output (watts) 1000 W E The heating category for small packs of food Microwave symbol

Food	Weight/Quantity	Power Level	Time to Select (approx)	Instructions/Guidelines
Babies bottles – CAUTION
After heating by Microwave, liquid at the top of a bottle will be much hotter than at the bottom of the bottle and must be shaken thoroughly before checking the temperature. When testing the temperature of the milk, squirt a little onto your inner wrist. The milk droplets on your skin should feel warm, not hot.For 250 ml of milk from fridge temperature, remove top and teat. Heat on HIGH Power for 25 secs.CHECK CAREFULLYFor 100 ml of milk from fridge temperature, remove top and teat. Heat on HIGH Power for 15 secs.CHECK CAREFULLY
BREAD – Precooked – Fresh – N.B. Breads reheated by Microwave will have a soft base.
Croissants / brioche	1 HIGH	Micro 10 secs		Place in glass dish on base.Do not cover.
	4 HIGH	Micro 30 secs
	any 200	°C 2-3 mins		Preheat oven with enamel shelf in lower shelf position.
CANNED PASTA
Ravioli	ins 400 g	HIGH Micro	3 mins	Place in a heatproof bowl and cover. Place on base and stir halfway.
Macaroni cheese 2 12 mins
Spaghetti 3 mins
CANNED PUDDINGS
Rice pudding	213 g	HIGH Micro	1 min	Place in a heatproof bowl and cover. Place on base and stir halfway.
	400 g		2 mins
Sponge pudding 300	g	MEDIUM Micro	2 12 mins	Place in a heatproof bowl on base.
Custard - small jug	250 g	HIGH Micro	1 12 mins	Place in a heatproof bowl and cover. Place on base and stir halfway.
	500 g		3 mins

■ Points for checking

Always check that food is piping hot after reheating in the microwave. If unsure return to oven. Foods will still require a STAND TIME, especially if they cannot be stirred. The denser the food the longer the stand time.

Reheating charts

Food	Weight/ Quantity	Power Level	Time to Select (approx)	Instructions/Guidelines
CANNED SOUPS
Condensed 295	g	HIGH Micro	4-5 mins	Place in a heatproof bowl and stir in one can of water. Cover and place on base stirring halfway.
Healthy option 415	g		212 mins	Place in a heatproof bowl and cover. Place on base and stir halfway.
Luxury/vegetable/broth	400/415 g		3 mins
Creamed 400	g		3 mins
CHILLED SOUPS
1 Portion 250 ml		HIGH Micro	212 mins	Place in a heatproof bowl and cover. Place on base and stir halfway.
2 Portion 500 ml 4			12 mins
CANNED VEGETABLES
Baked beans	200 g	HIGH Micro	1-112 mins	Place in a heatproof bowl and cover. Place on base and stir halfway.
	415 g		212 mins
Baked beans with sausages	200 g		112 mins
Broad beans	300 g		2 mins
Butter beans	210 g		112 mins
Carrots, sliced	300 g	MEDIUM Micro	3 mins
Green beans	400 g
Mushrooms	290 g	HIGH Micro	2 mins
Peas, mushy	400 g		2 mins
Peas, petit pois	400 g		2 mins
Peas, garden	300 g		2 mins
Peas, marrowfat	300 g	MEDIUM Micro	3 mins
Sweetcorn	200 g		2 mins
	330 g		312 mins
Tomatoes	400 g		4 mins
PLATED MEAL - Chilled
Small - child portion	1	MEDIUM Micro	5 mins	Cover and place on base.
Large - adult portion			7 mins
DRINKS - Room Temperature
1 Mug cold milk 235 ml		HIGH Micro	112-2 mins	Place in a heatproof mug on base. Stir halfway and after reheating.
1 Jug cold milk	568 ml (1 pint)		5 mins
1 Mug cold coffee/tea	235 ml		112 mins
1 Mug cold milky coffee			1 min 10 sec

■ Points for checking

Always check that food is piping hot after reheating in the microwave. If unsure return to oven. Foods will still require a STAND TIME, especially if they cannot be stirred. The denser the food the longer the stand time.

Reheating charts

Food	Weight/Quantity	Power Level	Time to Select (approx)	Instructions/Guidelines
SAVOURY PASTRY PRODUCTS - PRECOOKED
PASTRIES REHEATED BY MICROWAVE WILL HAVE A SOFT BASE
Pasties/slices	150/165 g	HIGH Micro 1 min -1min 30 secs P	Place in glass dish on base.
	165 g	230 °C+GRILL 1+WARM Micro	7-8 mins	Place on glass shelf on lower shelf position.
	225 g	230 °C+GRILL 1+SIMMER Micro	8-9 mins
Meat pies	110 g	HIGH Micro 1 min		Place on a plate on the base of oven.
	110 g	230 °C+GRILL 2+SIMMER Micro	4-5 mins	Remove product from foil container and place glass shelf in lower shelf position.
	110 g (2) 7-8 mins
	250 g	180 °C+GRILL 3+SIMMER Micro	8-9 mins
	600 g		12 mins
Quiche	175 g	220 °C+GRILL 2+SIMMER Micro	6 mins	Remove product from foil container and place on glass shelf in lower shelf position.
	400 g	220 °C+SIMMER Micro	8 mins
Sausage rolls - x 1	150 g	HIGH Micro 1 min 10 sec Place in glass dish on base.
		230 °C+GRILL 1+WARM Micro	5 mins	Place on glass shelf on lower shelf position.
Snack size x 6	200 g	230 °C+GRILL 1+WARM Micro	8-9 mins	Place on glass shelf on lower shelf position.
PUDDINGS AND DESSERTS - WHERE MICROWAVE ONLY IS INVOLVED TRANSFER FOOD FROM FOIL CONTAINER TO A SIMILAR SIZED HEATPROOF DISH
Bread & butter pudding	500 g	230 °C+GRILL 2+WARM Micro	12-15 mins	Place on wire shelf in lower shelf position.

■ Points for checking

Always check that food is piping hot after reheating in the microwave. If unsure return to oven. Foods will still require a STAND TIME, especially if they cannot be stirred. The denser the food the longer the stand time.

Reheating charts

Food	Weight/ Quantity	Power Level	Time to Select (approx)	Instructions/Guidelines
Chilled custard	500 g	HIGH Micro 4	mins	Place in large jug. Cover and place on base stir halfway.
Chilled rice pudding	150 g	HIGH Micro	1 min - 1 min 30 secs	Place on base.
	500 g	220 °C+ WARM Micro	15 mins	Place on glass shelf in lower shelf position.
Fruit crumble	600 g	230 °C+ WARM Micro	15-16 mins	Place on wire shelf in lower shelf position.
Fruit pie - large	600 g	220 °C+ GRILL 2+ SIMMER Micro	10 mins	Remove product from foil container and place on the glass shelf in lower shelf position.
- Individual x 1 HIGH Micro 15-20 secs		Place in glass dish on base.
Mince pies - x 2	110 g	HIGH Micro 20 secs		Place on micro-safe plate on base.
Pancakes	250 g	MEDIUM Micro	2 mins	Pierce packet and place in glass dish on base.
Spotted dick	100 g	MEDIUM Micro	1 min Pierce	fi Im lid and place on base.
Sponge pudding - large	365 g	MEDIUM Micro	3 mins	Pierce fi Im lid and place on base.
Individual	120 g		112 mins
CHRISTMAS PUDDING - Do not leave unattended as overheating can cause the food to ignite.
Small/slice	100 g	MEDIUM Micro	112 mins	Pierce fi Im lid and place on base.
Medium	227 g	MEDIUM Micro	4 mins
		or HIGH Micro	112-2 mins
Large	454 g	MEDIUM Micro	5 mins
		or HIGH Micro	3 mins
READY MEALS - Chilled. Transfer food from foil container to a similar sized heatproof dish.Healthy eating options will only slightly brown on combination because of the lower fat content.
Caulifl ower cheese	350 g	220 °C+ GRILL 1+ SIMMER Micro	10 mins	Place on glass shelf in the lower shelf position.

■ Points for checking

Always check that food is piping hot after reheating in the microwave. If unsure return to oven. Foods will still require a STAND TIME, especially if they cannot be stirred. The denser the food the longer the stand time.

Reheating charts

Food	Weight/ Quantity	Power Level	Time to Select (approx)	Instructions/Guidelines
Cottage/shepherds pie	450 g	HIGH Micro or 230 °C+ GRILL 1+ SIMMER Micro	7-8 mins14-15 mins	Place on base.Place on glass shelf on the lower shelf position.
	1.2 kg	230 °C+ GRILL 1+ SIMMER Micro	18-20 mins	Place on glass shelf on the lower shelf position.
Fish/veg bake	450 g	HIGH Micro or 230 °C+ GRILL 1+ SIMMER Micro	7 mins12-14 mins	Place on base.Place on glass shelf on the lower shelf position.
	700 g	220 °C+ GRILL 1+ SIMMER Micro	15 mins	Place on glass shelf on the lower shelf position.
Onion bhajis/samosas	300 g	230 °C+ GRILL 1+ WARM Micro	9 mins	Place on glass shelf on lower shelf position. Turn halfway.
Lasagne	450 g	HIGH Micro or 230 °C+ GRILL 1+ SIMMER Micro	5 mins10-12 mins	Place on base.Place on glass shelf on the lower shelf position.
	600 g	220 °C+ GRILL 2+ SIMMER Micro	11-12 mins	Place on glass shelf on the lower shelf position.
	1.2 kg	230 °C+ GRILL 1+ SIMMER Micro	17 mins	Place on glass shelf on the lower shelf position.
Macaroni cheese	450 g	220 °C+ GRILL 1+ SIMMER Micro	8 mins	Place on glass shelf on the lower shelf position.
	1.2 kg	220 °C+ GRILL 2+ SIMMER Micro	15 mins	Place on glass shelf on the lower shelf position.

■ Points for checking

Always check that food is piping hot after reheating in the microwave. If unsure return to oven. Foods will still require a STAND TIME, especially if they cannot be stirred. The denser the food the longer the stand time.

Reheating charts

Food	Weight/Quantity	Power Level	Time to Select (approx)	Instructions/Guidelines
READY MEALS - Chilled.Transfer food from foil container to a similar sized heatproof dish. Healthy eating options will only slightly brown on combination because of the lower fat content.
Chilled mashed potato	450 g	MEDIUM Micro	6-7 mins	Pierce lid and place on base. Stir halfway.
Carrot and swede mash	500 g	MEDIUM Micro	6-7 mins	Pierce lid and place on base. Stir halfway
Spring rolls x 4	270 g	230 °C+GRILL 2+WARM Micro	9-10 mins	Place on glass shelf on lower shelf position.
READY MEALS - Frozen.Transfer food from foil container to a similar sized heatproof dish. Remove any covering/lid film lid.
Caulifl ower cheese	400 g	220 °C + SIMMER Micro	20-25 mins	Place on glass shelf in lower shelf position.
Cottage/fi sh/shepherds pie	450 g	HIGH Micro or 230 °C+GRILL 2+LOW Micro	10 mins15 mins	Place on base.Place on glass shelf in lower shelf position.
Lasagne/cannelloni	400 g	HIGH Micro or 230 °C+GRILL 2+LOW Micro	10-12 mins20-22 mins	Place on base.Place on glass shelf in lower shelf position.
Macaroni cheese	400 g	HIGH Micro or 220 °C+SIMMER Micro	10-12 mins18-20 mins	Place on base.Place on glass shelf in lower shelf position.
QUORN®
Burgers	200 g (4)	MEDIUM Micro	4 mins Place	in glass dish.
Escalopes	240 g (2)	220 °C+GRILL 1+SIMMER Micro	6-8 mins	Place on glass shelf in lower shelf position.

■ Points for checking

Always check that food is piping hot after reheating in the microwave. If unsure return to oven. Foods will still require a STAND TIME, especially if they cannot be stirred. The denser the food the longer the stand time.

Cooking charts

Food	Weight/Quantity	Power Level	Time to Select (approx)	Instructions/Guidelines
BREAD
Part-baked rolls	300 g (6)	230 °C+GRILL 1+WARMMicro	10 mins	Place on glass shelf in lower shelf position.
Part-baked garlic baguette/ciabatta	170 g	230 °C+GRILL 1+WARMMicro	9-10 mins	Place on glass shelf in lower shelf position.
Garlic doughballs x 12	165 g	230 °C+GRILL 1+WARMMicro	10 mins	Place on glass shelf in lower shelf position.
BACON AND PORK - from raw - CAUTION: Hot fat! Remove accessories with care.
Bacon rashers	300 g (8)	HIGH MicroorGRILL 1	4 mins or 50 secs per rasher 10-12 mins	Place on micro-safe rack or plate on base and cover with kitchen towel to minimise splatter. Place on enamel shelf in upper shelf position.
Gammon steaks x 2	500 g	MEDIUMMicro	7-8 mins	Place on a glass dish and cover with pierced cling fi lm. Place on base of oven.
Pork joint		230 °CFollowed by 190 °C	for 30 mins then 40 mins per 500 g	Preheat oven. Place joint on enamel shelf in lower shelf position. Leave for 10 mins after cooking and before carving.
Pork loin steaks	500 g (5) GRILL 1 20-22 mins			Place on enamel shelf in upper shelf position. Turn halfway.
Gammon joint	800 g	180 °C	30 mins per 500 g plus 30 mins extra	Preheat oven. Place joint on enamel shelf in lower shelf position.
BEANS & PULSES - should be pre-soaked in cold water overnight (boiling water split yellow peas) except lentils which do not need to be pre-soaked.
Black eyed peas	250 g	HIGH MicrothenSIMMERMicro	10 mins then 40 mins	Use 600 ml (1 pt) boiling water in a large bowl. Cover.
Chick peas	250 g	HIGH MicrothenSIMMERMicro	10 mins then 40 mins	Use 600 ml (1 pt) boiling water in a large bowl. Cover.
Haricot beans	250 g	HIGH MicrothenSIMMERMicro	10 mins then 40 mins	Use 600 ml (1 pt) boiling water in a large bowl. Cover.
Lentils	250 g	HIGH Micro	12 mins	Use 600 ml (1 pt) boiling water in a large bowl. Cover.

■ Points for checking

Always check that food is piping hot after reheating in the microwave. If unsure return to oven. Foods will still require a STAND TIME, especially if they cannot be stirred. The denser the food the longer the stand time.

Cooking charts

Food	Weight/ Quantity	Power Level	Time to Select (approx)	Instructions/Guidelines
BEANS & PULSES - should be pre-soaked in cold water overnight (boiling water split yellow peas) except lentils which do not need to be pre-soaked.
Marrowfat peas	250 g	HIGH Micro then SIMMER Micro	3 mins then 40 mins	Use 600 ml (1 pt) boiling water in a large bowl. Cover.
Red kidney beans	250 g	HIGH Micro then SIMMER Micro	15 mins then 40 mins	Use 600 ml (1 pt) boiling water in a large bowl. Cover. Must boil for at least 12 mins to destroy toxic enzymes.
Split yellow peas	250 g	HIGH Micro then SIMMER Micro	10 mins then 30 mins	Use 600 ml (1 pt) boiling water in a large bowl. Cover.
BEEF - CAUTION: Hot fat! Remove dish with care. Recommended temperatures for beef are: Rare 60 °C; medium 70 °C; well done 80 °C.
Beef burgers (fresh)	227 g (2) GRILL 1 15 mins			Place on enamel shelf in upper shelf position. Turn halfway.
Beef burgers (frozen raw)	227 g (4) GRILL 1 14-15 mins			Place on enamel shelf in upper shelf position. Turn halfway.
Joint		230 °C followed by 180 °C	20 mins per 450 g/1 lbRare: 20 minsMedium: 30 minsWell done: 40-50 mins	Preheat oven.Place on enamel shelf in lower shelf position. Turn halfway.
Mince		HIGH then MEDIUM Micro	10 mins then 15 mins per 500 g	Place in micro safe dish with enough stock to cover meat.Add seasonings. Cover and stir halfway.
Rump/sirloin	250 g	GRILL 1	Medium: 14 minsWell done: 18 mins	Place on enamel shelf in upper shelf position. Turn halfway.
BEEF - CAUTION: Hot fat! Remove dish with care.
Stewing steak	450-675 g	HIGH then SIMMER Micro or 160 °C + WARM Micro	10 mins then 60 mins1hour - 1hour 30 mins	Place in micro-safe dish. Add enough stock to cover meat and vegetables. Cover, place on base and stir halfway.Place in casserole dish with lid. Add stock and vegetables.Cover, place on base and stir halfway.

■ Points for checking

Always check that food is piping hot after reheating in the microwave. If unsure return to oven. Foods will still require a STAND TIME, especially if they cannot be stirred. The denser the food the longer the stand time.

Cooking charts

Food	Weight/Quantity	Power Level	Time to Select (approx)	Instructions/Guidelines
CHICKEN from raw - CAUTION: Hot fat! Remove accessory with care.
Breasts, boneless and skinless	200 g400 g	MEDIUM MicroMEDIUM Micro	5-6 mins11 mins	Place in glass dish. Cover. Place on base of oven.
	400 g	230 °C + GRILL 1	20 mins	Place on enamel shelf in lower shelf position.
Coated chicken breast	350 g	230 °C + GRILL + WARM Micro	12 mins	Place on glass shelf in lower shelf position.
Chicken legs	1.0 kg	MEDIUM Microor230 °C + GRILL 1	17 mins25 mins	Place in glass dish on base of the oven. Cover.Place on enamel shelf in lower shelf position. Turn halfway.
Drumsticks/thighs	600 g (5)	MEDIUM MicroorGRILL 1 or230 °C + GRILL 1	12 mins25 mins18-20 mins	Place in glass dish on base of oven.Place on enamel shelf in upper shelf position. Turn halfway.Place on enamel shelf in upper shelf position. Turn halfway.
Kiev (fresh)	260 g (2)	230 °C+ GRILL 1+ SIMMER Micro	10 mins	Place on glass shelf in lower shelf position.
Whole/breast joints		MEDIUM Micro	8 mins per 450 g	Place in glass dish on base of oven. Cover.
		190 °C + SIMMER Micro	12-13 mins per 450 g	Place chicken breast side down on an upturned saucer in glass dish on base of oven. Turn halfway.
EGGS - Poached.
1 Egg	45 ml water	HIGH Micro thenMEDIUM Micro	1 min 10 secs40 secs	- Place water in a shallow dish and heat for 1st cooking time.- Add egg (size 3).- Pierce yolk and white.- Cover.- Cook for 2nd cooking time.- Then leave to stand for 1 min.
2 Egg	90 ml water	HIGH Micro thenMEDIUM Micro	1 min 40 secs1 min 30 secs3 mins3 mins
4 Egg	180 ml water	HIGH Micro thenMEDIUM Micro

■ Points for checking

Always check that food is piping hot after reheating in the microwave. If unsure return to oven. Foods will still require a STAND TIME, especially if they cannot be stirred. The denser the food the longer the stand time.

Cooking charts

Food	Weight/Quantity	Power Level	Time to Select (approx)	Instructions/Guidelines
EGGS - Scrambled. Use microwave safe bowl.
1 Egg		HIGH Micro	30 secs	- Add 1 tbsp of milk for each egg used.
2 Eggs		HIGH Micro	30 secs	- Beat eggs, milk and knob of butter together.
4 Eggs		HIGH Micro	1 min	- Place bowl on base.
			20 secs	- Cook for 1st cooking time then stir.
			1 min 30 secs	- Cook for 2nd cooking time stirring halfway then stand for 1 min.
FISH - FRESH from raw.
Lightly dusted fi llets	265 g (2)	230 °C+GRILL 2+WARM Micro	10-12 mins	Place on glass shelf in lower shelf position.
Breaded Fillets	350 g (2)	230 °C+GRILL 1+WARM Micro	15 mins	Place on glass shelf in lower shelf position.
Cakes	270 g (2)	230 °C+GRILL 1+WARM Micro	10 mins	Place on glass shelf in lower shelf position.
Fillets	300 g	MEDIUM Micro	5-6 mins	Place in glass dish. Add 1 tbsp (15 ml) water. Cover with pierced cling fi lm and place on base of oven.
	700 g	MEDIUM Micro	10 mins
Steaks	300 g (2)	190 °C+SIMMER Micro	12 mins	Place on glass shelf in lower shelf position.
Whole x 1 225	g/300 g	HIGH Micro	3-4 mins	Place in glass dish and pierce skin. Add 30 ml of liquid. Cover with pierced cling fi lm and place on base of oven.
Whole x 2	500-600 g	180 °C+SIMMER Micro	10-12 mins	Place on glass shelf in lower shelf position.

■ Points for checking

Always check that food is piping hot after reheating in the microwave. If unsure return to oven. Foods will still require a STAND TIME, especially if they cannot be stirred. The denser the food the longer the stand time.

Cooking charts

Food	Weight/Quantity	Power Level	Time to Select (approx)	Instructions/Guidelines
FISH - FROZEN from raw.
Breaded fi llets	200 g (2)	230 °C+GRILL 2+SIMMER Micro	12 mins	Place on glass shelf in lower shelf position. Turn halfway.
Cakes	270 g (2)	230 °C+GRILL 2+WARM Micro	14 mins
Fish fi ngers	110 g (4)230 g (8)	230 °C+GRILL 2+SIMMER Micro	6-8 mins8-10 mins	Place on glass shelf in lower shelf position.
Fillets	200 g	MEDIUM Micro	8 mins	Place in glass dish, and cover with pierced cling fi lm.
Scampi	280 g	230 °C+GRILL 2+SIMMER Micro	10 mins	Place on glass shelf in lower shelf position.
Boil in the bag	150 g	MEDIUM Micro	6 mins	Place bag sauce side down in glass dish. Pierce top. Shake bag halfway through.
FRUIT - Peel, slice, chop into even sized pieces. Place in shallow heatproof dish on base of oven.
Baked apple-cored	200 g	MEDIUM Micro	4 mins	Place in glass dish on base of oven.
Apples - stewed	500 g		10-11 mins	Place in glass dish on base of oven. Add 15 ml (1 tbsp) water. Cover.
Apricots-stewed	300 g		5-6 mins
Pears - stewed	500 g		8 mins
Plums - poached	400 g	HIGH Micro 8	mins	Add 300 ml (1⁄2 pt) of water. Only half fi ll dish. Cover.
Plums - stewed	400 g	MEDIUM Micro	7-8 mins	Add 15 ml (1 tbsp) water. Cover.
Rhubarb - stewed	500 g		6 mins
GAME- Caution: Hot fat! Remove dish with care.
Duck breast fi llets	400 g	200 °C	30 mins	Preheat oven. Prick the skin and place in enamel shelf in lower shelf position.
Duck, whole 190 °C			30 mins per 450 g
Crispy duck-reheat	500 g	230 °C 20 mins		Preheat oven and place duck on enamel shelf in lower shelf position.
Pheasant, whole 180 °C			20 mins per 450 g plus 20 mins	Preheat oven. Place on enamel shelf in lower shelf position.

■ Points for checking

Always check that food is piping hot after reheating in the microwave. If unsure return to oven. Foods will still require a STAND TIME, especially if they cannot be stirred. The denser the food the longer the stand time.

Cooking charts

Food	Weight/ Quantity	Power Level	Time to Select (approx)	Instructions/Guidelines
LAMB - from raw - CAUTION: Hot Fat! Remove accessory with care.
Joint 180 °C			Medium: 25 mins per 450 g plus 25 minutes or Well done: 30 mins per 450 g plus 30 minutes.	Preheat oven. Place joint on enamel shelf in lower shelf position. Turn halfway. Once cooked allow the joint to stand for 10 minutes - this will make the joint easier to carve.
Loin/ leg steaks	600 g (4) GRILL 1		Medium: 19-20 minsWell Done: 22-25 mins	Place on enamel shelf in upper shelf position. Turn halfway.
Chops/cutlets	400 g (4) GRILL 1		Medium: 12-14 minsWell Done: 16-18 mins
Casserole/stewing Lamb		160 °C+ WARM Micro	1hr 20 mins - 1hr 30 mins	Place in casserole, add stock and vegetables, cover with lid and place on base. Stir halfway.
PASTA. Use 3 litre (6 pt) large bowl
Fusilli/ macaroni/ penne	200 g	HIGH Micro	12 mins	Use 550 ml (1 pint) boiling water.Add 15 ml oil. Cover. Stir halfway.
Linguine/tagliatelle	250 g		10-12 mins	Use 700 ml (1 14 pt) boiling water.Add 15 ml oil. Cover. Stir halfway.
Spaghetti	250 g		8-10 mins
PIZZA - FRESH chilled - N.B. Remove all packaging. Pizzas will have a soft base if cooked by microwave only.
Deep pan	555 g	230 °C+ GRILL 1+ LOW Micro	10-11 mins	Place directly on wire shelf in middle shelf position.
Thin and crispy	150 g335 g370 g	230 °C+ GRILL 1+ LOW Micro	4-5 12 mins6 mins7 mins	Place pizza directly on wire shelf in middle shelf position
PIZZA - FROZEN - N.B. Remove all packaging.
Deep pan	440 g	230 °C+ GRILL 1+ LOW Micro	10-12 mins	Place directly on wire shelf in middle shelf position.
Individual deep	320 g (2)	230 °C+ GRILL 2+ LOW Micro	10 mins
Thin and crispy	335 g	230 °C+ GRILL 1+ LOW Micro	7-8 mins

■ Points for checking

Always check that food is piping hot after reheating in the microwave. If unsure return to oven. Foods will still require a STAND TIME, especially if they cannot be stirred. The denser the food the longer the stand time.

Cooking charts

Food	Weight/Quantity	Power Level	Time to Select (approx)	Instructions/Guidelines
PORRIDGE - N.B. Use a large bowl.
1 serving	25 g oats150 ml(1⁄4 pt) milk	HIGH Micro	2 mins	Place on base and stir halfway.
2 servings	50 g oats275 ml(1⁄2 pt) milk		3 mins
4 servings	100g oats550 ml(1 pt) milk		5 mins
POTATO PRODUCTS part cooked - FROZEN
Croquettes/smiley faces	300g17 mins	230 °C+GRILL 1	10-12 mins	Place on enamel shelf in upper shelf position. Turn halfway.
Hash browns 10-12 mins
Oven fries 10 mins
Potato wedges 230 °C
Southern fries 230 °C 15 mins
Waffles		230 °C+GRILL 1	10-12 mins
RICE Use 3 litre (6 pt) large bowl
Basmati	250g	HIGH Micro	8-10 mins	Use 550 ml (1 pt) boiling water.Cover and stir halfway.
Easy cook long grain 10 mins
Long grain white 10 mins
Steam rice 3-4 mins Place in glass dish.
SAUSAGES from raw - CAUTION: Hot Fat! Remove accessory with care.
Cocktail sausages	390 g (30)	12-15 minsGRILL 1	14 mins	Place on enamel shelf in upper shelf position. Turn halfway.
Thick	454 g (8) 12 mins
Thin	340 g (12) 12 mins
Vegetarian	300 g (6) 12 mins
TURKEY
Breasts, boneless and skinless	400 g	MEDIUM Micro	8 mins Place	in glass dish. Cover.
Whole		190 °C+SIMMER Micro	13-14 mins.per 450 g	Place in a glass roasting dish on an upturned saucer on base of oven. Turn halfway.

■ Points for checking

Always check that food is piping hot after reheating in the microwave. If unsure return to oven. Foods will still require a STAND TIME, especially if they cannot be stirred. The denser the food the longer the stand time.

Cooking charts

Food	Weight/ Quantity	Power Level	Time to Select (approx)	Instructions/Guidelines
FRESH VEGETABLES - Place in shallow micro-safe dish.
Asparagus	200 g	MEDIUM Micro	4-41⁄2 mins	Add 45 ml (3 tbsp) water and cover.
Baby corn	200 g		5-6 mins
Broad beans	200 g		8 mins
Runner beans	150 g		5 mins
Beetroot	450 g		10-12 mins
Broccoli	250 g		5 mins
Brussel sprouts	200 g		5-6 mins
Butternut squash	300 g		9-10 mins
Cabbage - sliced	300 g		8 mins
Carrots - sliced	200 g		6-8 mins
Cauliflower - florets	400 g		10 mins
Courgettes	250 g		5 mins
Corn on the cob x 2 7 mins
Parsnips - parboiled for roasting sliced	300 g300 g		7 mins8 mins
Peas	200 g		5 mins
Potatoes - boiled	500 g		10-12 mins
Potatoes - par-boiled	500 g		6-7 mins
Jacket potatoes - 250 g each	x 1x 2x 4x 6	HIGH Micro	6 mins11 mins23 mins35 mins	Place on glass shelf in lower shelf position.
	x 1x 2x 4x 6	230 °C+GRILL 1+SIMMER Micro	15 mins20 mins28-30 mins35 mins	Place on glass shelf in lower shelf position.
Spinach	200 g	MEDIUM Micro	4 mins	Add 45 ml (3 tbsp) water and cover.
Sugar snap peas	200 g		6 mins
Swede - cubed - Diced for mashing	400 g400 g		10 mins15 mins
Sweet potato	400 g		10 mins
Turnip	300 g		12 mins

■ Points for checking

Always check that food is piping hot after reheating in the microwave. If unsure return to oven. Foods will still require a STAND TIME, especially if they cannot be stirred. The denser the food the longer the stand time.

Cooking charts

Food	Weight/ Quantity	Power Level	Time to Select (approx)	Instructions/Guidelines
FROZEN VEGETABLES - Place in shallow micro-safe dish.
Battered onion rings	250 g	230 °C 20 mins		Place on enamel shelf in upper shelf position.
Beans - broad	200 g	MEDIUM Micro	7-8 mins	Add 30 ml (2 tbsp) water. Cover.
Beans - green	200 g	MEDIUM Micro	8-9 mins
Broccoli - fl orets	250 g	MEDIUM Micro	7 mins
Carrots - sliced	200 g	HIGH Micro 4 mins
Caulifl ower	250 g	MEDIUM Micro	8 mins
Mixed vegetables	200 g	MEDIUM Micro	8 mins
Peas	200 g	MEDIUM Micro	6-7 mins
Soya beans	200 g	HIGH Micro 3-4 mins
Steam vegetables	125 g	HIGH Micro 3 mins		Place in a glass dish on base of oven.
Sweetcorn	200 g	MEDIUM Micro	6 mins Add 30 ml (2 tbsp) water. Cover.

■ Points for checking

Always check that food is piping hot after reheating in the microwave. If unsure return to oven. Foods will still require a STAND TIME, especially if they cannot be stirred. The denser the food the longer the stand time.

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.
• Do not forget that large quantities will require a larger dish. Make sure that it is deep enough to prevent the recipe from boiling over during cooking.
• Cover as directed in the recipe. Stir or rearrange foods as recommended.
• Increase the stand times by 5 mins per lb.
  • Always check the recipe during cooking.
• When increasing the ingredients to 6 servings, add an extra one third of the original cooking time, i.e. 30 mins on MEDIUM power for 4 servings will become 40 mins on MEDIUM power for 6 servings.

- When doubling a recipe from 4 to 8, add on half the original cooking time, i.e. 30 mins on MEDIUM power for 4 servings will become 45 mins on MEDIUM power for 8 servings.

Decreasing recipes

• To decrease a recipe from 4 servings to 2 servings, halve the ingredients listed.
• Choose a dish that is proportionally smaller than the one recommended in the recipe, however make sure it is deep enough to stop food boiling over.
• Allow half to two-thirds of the original cooking time, i.e. 30 mins on MEDIUM power for 4 servings will become 15-20 mins on MEDIUM power for 2 servings.

Using recipes from other books

The best way to convert a family favourite dish is to find a similar recipe in a cookery book to give you a guide to the correct method and timings to use.

Many cookbooks refer to 650 W ovens, however since 1990 oven output powers have been set by a new standard (IEC). When using other cookbooks, the 1000 W

output power of your oven must be allowed for. Use the same power level suggested e.g. HIGH or MEDIUM and select the same cooking time suggested, however CHECK the progress of the food during cooking and adjust the time if necessary.

Cooking for one

• For one serving quarter ALL ingredients listed.
• Choose a dish that is proportionally smaller than the one recommended in the recipe.
• Use the same cooking power recommended in the original recipe.
• Start by cooking for one quarter of the recommended cooking time, although extra time in most cases will be required.

• Always check the food during cooking.
- There is not a great saving for reduced quantities of soups, casseroles, stews and rice, as a minimum time is required to tenderise meats and blend flavours.
- When cooking for one it often makes sense to cook for two and plate up both meals. Freeze one meal for a later date.

ingredients

SERVES 4

1 medium onion,

coarsely chopped

1 tbsp (15 ml) olive oil

2 cloves garlic, crushed

700 g (1 lb 5 oz) sweet potatoes,

peeled and chopped

1 large red pepper,

deseeded and chopped

700 ml (1 ¼ pt) vegetable stock

150 (5 fl oz) ml coconut milk

salt and pepper

Dish: 1 Pyrex ^® bowl,

3 litres (6 pt) capacity

Sweet potato soup

Place the onion, oil and garlic into a large bowl and cover. Place on base of the oven and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 2 mins. Add the potato and pepper. Cover and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 5 mins. Add stock, cover and cook on MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 20 mins, or until the potatoes are soft, stirring halfway. Allow to cool slightly. Place in liquidiser and puree until smooth. Stir in the coconut milk and season to taste. Heat on MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 3 mins, or until piping hot.

ingredients

SERVES 4

5 large tomatoes

30 ml (2 tbsp) olive oil

1 onion, chopped

450 g (1 lb) red or orange peppers,

thinly sliced

475 ml vegetable stock

60 ml (4 tbsp) soured cream

(optional)

salt and pepper

Chopped fresh dill, to garnish

Dish: large Pyrex ^® bowl

Tomato and red pepper soup

Skin the tomatoes by plunging them in boiling water for 30 seconds. Chop the flesh and reserve any juice. Place half the oil in a bowl with the onion and cover with pierced cling film. Cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 2 minutes, stirring once. Add the peppers and remaining oil, mixing well. Cover and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 5 minutes, stirring halfway through cooking. Stir in the chopped tomatoes, tomato purée, seasoning, sugar and a few tablespoons of stock. Cover and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 4 minutes, stirring halfway through cooking, until the vegetables are tender. Stir in the rest of the stock and purée in a blender or food processor until smooth. Strain the soup to remove the skins and season to taste. Pour into bowls, swirl in the soured cream, if desired, and garnish with dill.

ingredients

SERVES 6

1-3 green chillies

7 cm (3") piece of root ginger,

peeled and finely chopped

2-3 lemongrass sticks – just the

soft middle part finely chopped

1 small pack of fresh coriander stalks,

keep leaves for garnish

7.5 ml (1½ tsp) Chinese fi ve spice

5 ml (1 tsp) ground cumin

30 ml (2 tbsp) olive oil

1 onion sliced

1 butternut squash,

around 1.1 kg whole weight

600 ml (1 pt) vegetable stock

400 g(14 oz) tin of low fat

coconut milk

juice of 2 limes

salt and pepper

Dish: 3 litre (6 pt) Pyrex® bowl

Thai butternut squash soup

Make the spicy paste by combining the first seven ingredients. Use a food processor or a pestle and mortar to do this. Add onion to the paste. Put in a large glass mixing bowl, cover with pierced cling film and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 5 mins. Peel and chop butternut squash scraping out all seeds and stringy bits. Add butternut squash and hot stock to the mixing bowl, cover with pierced cling film. Cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 15-20 mins or until butternut squash is soft, stirring once during cooking time. Add coconut milk, juice of limes, salt and pepper. Liquidise. Stir and serve with coriander leaves.

Stuffed mushrooms

Cook bacon rashers on a microwave rack or a dinner plate on HIGH MICROWAVE for 1-2 mins or until crisping and brown. When cool, chop into small pieces. In a small bowl, mix together grated cheese, bacon, mustard and breadcrumbs. Add beaten egg, milk, parsley and seasoning and mix until well combined. Fill mushroom cavities with mixture. Cut cheese slices into 1 cm squares and place on top of filling. Place one tomato slice on top of each mushroom. Place mushrooms in a circle on a plate and cook on the base of the oven on HIGH MICROWAVE for 4 mins or until cheese starts to melt and mushrooms are just cooked.

ingredients

SERVES 4 - 6

2 streaky bacon rashers

25 g (1 oz) grated cheese

3 ml (½ tsp) French mustard

50 g (2 oz) fresh breadcrumbs

1 egg

60 ml (4 tbsp) milk

15 ml (1 tbsp) fresh parsley,

chopped

salt and pepper

275 g (10 oz) flat mushrooms,

approx 2.5 cm (1") in diameter,

stalks removed

2 thin slices of cheddar cheese

1 tomato, thinly sliced

Dish: microwave rack or dinner plate and 1 large dinner plate

Onion & feta tarts

Roll out the puff pastry and cut out 6 circles, each about 10 cm diameter. Refrigerate the pastry for 30 mins. Put the onion and oil in a glass dish. Cover and cook for 3-4 minutes on HIGH MICROWAVE. Preheat on CONVECTION 220 °C. Add the pine nuts, cheese, olives, sun-dried tomatoes and capers to the onions. Season. Place 6 pastry circles on the enamel shelf and prick them with a fork. Divide the mixture between the six pastry circles. Cook the tartlets on middle shelf position CONVECTION 220 °C for 10-15 mins or until golden.

ingredients

SERVES 4 - 6

250 g (9 oz) of puff pastry

30 ml (2 tbsp) olive oil

150 g(5 oz) peeled and sliced onions

25 g (1 oz) pine nuts

75 g (3 oz) feta-type cheese in small pieces

25 g (1 oz) black olives, stoned and chopped

25 g (1 oz) sun-dried tomatoes

(in oil or rehydrated), roughly chopped

10 g (1 tbsp) capers

salt and pepper

Fresh oregano to garnish

Dish: Pyrex ^® dish

Oven accessory: enamel shelf

Teriyaki chicken skewers

Mix marinade in small glass bowl, heat on HIGH MICROWAVE for 30 secs to 1 min, or until the sugar has dissolved, leave to cool. Place the chicken in a glass bowl and coat the chicken in the marinade and leave for 4 hours in the refrigerator. Put chicken on skewers and place on wire self in middle shelf position. Cook on GRILL 1 + MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 10 mins or until cooked through, turning occasionally.

ingredients

SERVES 4

60 ml (4 tbsp) light soy sauce

45 ml (3 tbsp) spring onions

30 ml (2 tbsp) soft brown sugar

15 ml (1 tbsp) rice vinegar or sherry

10 ml (2 tsp) fresh ginger, finely grated

5 ml (1 tsp) garlic, finely grated

4 chicken thighs, cubed

Dish: small Pyrex® bowl, skewers

Oven accessory: wire shelf in middle shelf position

ingredients

SERVES 4

200 g (7 oz) or 4-5 large flat mushrooms

10 ml (2 tsp) olive oil 8 slices ciabatta

25 g (1 oz) softened butter beaten with 1 chopped clove of garlic

150 g (5 oz) jar roasted red peppers, sliced if necessary 100 g (4 oz) firm goat's cheese

Dish: 1 Pyrex® bowl,

Oven accessory: wire shelf in higher shelf position

ingredients

SERVES 4

200 g (7 oz) salmon, boned, skinned, and cut into bite-sized pieces.

125 g (4 oz) cooked peeled prawns juice of ½ lemon salt and pepper 125 g (4 oz) filo pastry 50 g (2 oz) butter, melted

Dish: greased baking sheet 32 x 23 cm (12 ½ x 9 inches)

Oven accessory: wire shelf in lower shelf position

ingredients

SERVES 4

2 small French baguette, cut into 8 slices
60 ml (4 tbsp) cranberry sauce
175 g (6 oz) brie, sliced sesame seeds

Oven accessory: wire shelf

ingredients

MAKES 40 - 45

115 g(4 oz) plain fi our 115 g (4 oz) chilled butter, diced 115 g (4 oz) mature cheddar, fi nely grated 50 g (2 oz) can anchovy fi liets in oil, drained and roughly chopped 50 g(2 oz) pitted black olives, roughly chopped ½ tsp cayenne pepper salt

Oven accessory:

enamel shelf in lower shelf position

Red pepper & mushroom bruschetta

Slice mushrooms, place in a bowl and drizzle with olive oil. Place on base of oven, cover with pierced cling fi Im and cook on MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 5 mins. Leave to cool slightly. Spread one side of each slice of ciabatta with garlic butter. Place the ciabatta slices on the wire shelf in higher shelf position and toast on GRILL 1 for 5 mins. Layer mushrooms and pepper on top of ciabatta slices. Cut the goat's cheese into 8 slices and put one slice on top of each stack. Place wire shelf in higher shelf position and cook on GRILL 1 + SIMMER MICROWAVE for 4-5 mins.

Prawn & salmon fi lo parcels

Combine salmon and prawns. Sprinkle with lemon juice and season to taste. Preheat the oven empty on CONVECTION 190 °C. Cut the fi lo pastry into 8 squares measuring 18 cm (7 inch). Brush 2 squares with the melted butter, covering the remaining squares with a damp tea towel. Place ¼ of the salmon & prawn mixture in the middle of one buttered filo square. Fold 2 sides of the filo to form a rectangle. Fold one of the open ends over the fi lling and the other one underneath. Place this parcel on the second buttered square and draw up the edges and seal the parcel. Repeat this process three more times. Place parcels on baking sheet, brush with melted butter and place on wire shelf. Cook in lower shelf position on CONVECTION 190 °C for 15 mins or until crisp and golden.

Brie & cranberry crostini

Preheat grill on GRILL 1. Place the slices of baguette on the wire shelf in the higher shelf position. Toast on GRILL 1 for 2-3 mins or until lightly toasted. Turn the slices over and spread each slice with cranberry sauce. Top with a slice of brie and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Return crostini's on wire shelf to the oven in the middle shelf position. Cook on GRILL 1 + SIMMER MICROWAVE for 5-6 mins or until cheese has started to melt and sesame seeds turn golden.

Olive & anchovy bites

Place the flour, butter, cheese, anchovies, olives and cayenne pepper in a food processor and pulse until mixture forms a firm dough. Cover the dough. Chill for 20 minutes. Preheat on CONVECTION 200 °C. Roll out the dough thinly on a lightly floured surface. Divide the dough in two. Cut the dough into 5 cm wide strips, then cut across each strip in alternate directions to make triangles. Transfer onto enamel shelf, cook in the lower shelf position on CONVECTION 200 °C for 8 - 10 minutes until golden. Repeat with another portion of dough. Cool on a wire rack. Sprinkle with sea salt.

Fish cooks very well by microwave as it stays moist and the lingering fi sh smells left in conventional ovens are avoided.

When is fish cooked?

Fish is cooked when it flakes easily and becomes opaque.

For fi sh with a strong odour, eliminate the smell after cooking by placing 600 ml (1 pt) of boiling water and 1 sliced lemon in a large bowl, cook on SIMMER power for 20 mins. Wipe out oven with a dry cloth.

Whole fish

If cooking 2 whole fi sh together, they should be arranged head to tail for even cooking. Large whole fi sh must have the tail and head shielded halfway through cooking with smooth pieces of tin foil secured with cocktail sticks.

White oval plate containing four rolled food items, possibly steamed buns or rolls, on a textured surface (no text or symbols visible)

Arranging

Thin fillets of fish i.e. plaice, should be rolled up prior to cooking to avoid overcooking on the thinner outside edge and tail. Fish steaks should be arranged in a circle, thicker part to the outside. Cover with pierced cling film or lid.

Liquid

Fresh fi sh should always be sprinkled with 30 ml (2 tbsp) of lemon juice, white wine or water. When cooking Frozen fi sh, add liquid as above for even cooking. Do not sprinkle salt onto fi sh before cooking as this may make the fi sh dry.

Plate of raw meat with garnish, accompanied by a small spoon and a lemon (no text or symbols visible)

Noise

During cooking, popping sounds may be heard. This is due to moisture trapped between the flesh, particularly with oily fish such as salmon and mackerel. This can be minimised when cooking if the skin and flesh is pierced several times with a cocktail stick.

Whole fish in a white oval bowl on a textured surface (no text or symbols visible)

ingredients

SERVES 4

500 g (1 lb 1 oz) frozen mixed

seafood

250 ml (½ pt) milk

3 shallots

1 carrot

150g (5 oz) mushrooms

30 g (1 oz) butter

3 tbsp (45 ml) fl our

1 tbsp (15 ml) fruity white wine

1 tbsp (15 ml) chopped dill

salt and pepper

30 g (1 oz) grated emmental

Dish: 1 Pyrex ^® bowl +

1 small shallow Pyrex ^® dish

(24 cm (10") diameter)

Oven Accessory: Wire shelf

in lower shelf position

Seafood bake

Defrost the seafood for 6 mins on MEDIUM MICROWAVE, stirring several times. Drain and keep the liquid, adding 250 ml milk to it. Chop the shallots, the carrot and the mushrooms and cook this mixture in a bowl, covered, with 30 g of butter for 4 mins on HIGH MICROWAVE. Add 3 tbsp of flour, stir and cook again for 1 min on HIGH MICROWAVE then add the milk and juice from the seafood. Cook this sauce for 5-6 mins on HIGH MICROWAVE, stirring halfway (if the sauce isn't thick enough, you can add some sauce thickener mixed with white wine). Add 1 tbsp wine and the dill, check the seasoning once you've added the seafood. Pour into the baking dish. Sprinkle with grated cheese, place on wire shelf and cook 6 mins. On the middle shelf on GRILL 1 + MEDIUM MICROWAVE then 6-8 mins on GRILL 1.

ingredients

SERVES 4

1 onion, finely chopped

1 garlic clove, crushed

25 g (1 oz) butter

225 g (8 oz) brown cap

mushrooms, quartered

juice and rind of 1 lemon

3 ml (½ tsp) saffron strands,

crushed

300 ml (½ pt) hot vegetable

stock

300 ml (½ pt) white wine

100 g(4 oz) frozen peas

300 g(11 oz) cooked pealed prawns

30 ml (2 tbsp) finely chopped

chives

Dish: large Pyrex® bowl

Oven accessory: wire shelf in

lower shelf position

Prawn risotto

Put the onion, garlic, butter and mushrooms in a large bowl. Place on base of the oven and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 5 mins. Add rice, juice and rind of the lemon, saffron, stock and wine to the mushroom mixture. Cover and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 8 mins. Stir risotto. Add peas, re-cover and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 4 mins. Add the prawns and chives and cook on MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 3-4 mins. Leave to stand for 2-3 mins and serve.

ingredients

SERVES 2

60 ml (4 tbsp) natural low fat

yoghurt

30 ml (2 tbsp) sun-dried tomato

pesto

30 ml (2 tbsp) chopped fresh

parsley or dill

2 x 175 g (2 x 6 oz) cod or

haddock fillets, skinned

Dish: small shallow

Pyrex® dish

Oven accessory: wire shelf in

lower shelf position

Sun dried tomato fi sh bake

In a Pyrex® dish mix the yoghurt, pesto and 1 tbsp of parsley or dill and season well. Place fish fillets in a Pyrex® dish and pour over the yoghurt sauce. Place on wire shelf on middle shelf position and cook on GRILL 1 + MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 6-8 mins. Sprinkle the remaining parsley or dill over the dish and serve with salad and crusty bread.

Special occasion fi sh pie

Place the white fish and 2 tbsp water in shallow dish on base of oven. Cover with pierced cling fi Im. Cook on FRESH FISH AUTO SENSOR PROGRAM or on MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 8 mins. Skin, bone and flake the fish. Place sliced potatoes in a large shallow dish with 3 tbsps water and cover. Place on base of oven and par-boil on MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 8 mins then allow to cool slightly. Put butter in a large bowl. Place on base of oven and melt on HIGH MICROWAVE for 30 seconds then stir in fl our to make a roux. Mix in the milk and wine gradually, stirring continuously until well combined and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 3 mins. Stir and cook for a further 2-3 mins on HIGH MICROWAVE stirring halfway. Mix in the fish, mixed seafood, gherkins and herbs. Season and pour into the oval dish. Place sliced potatoes on top of fish sauce. Add capers then top with grated cheese. Place on wire shelf in lower shelf position and cook on CONVECTION 220 °C + SIMMER MICROWAVE for 25-35 mins or until piping hot and golden.

ingredients

SERVES 4

450 g (1 lb) white fi sh 900 g (2 lb) potatoes, sliced

50 g (2 oz) butter 50 g (2 oz) flour

450 ml (¾ pt) milk

300 ml (½ pt) white wine

450 g (1 lb) mixed seafood 6 gherkins, diced

15 ml (1 tbsp) fresh parsley

10 ml (2 tsp) dill

salt and pepper

15 ml (1 tbsp) capers

75 g (3 oz) cheddar cheese, grated

Dish: shallow oval Pyrex®

dish, large Pyrex® bowl Oven accessory:

No accessory then wire shelf in lower shelf position

Thai steamed trout

Place fish fillets into a shallow dish, sprinkle the remaining ingredients on the top of the fish. Cover, place on base of the oven and cook on MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 4-5 mins, or until the fish is cooked through. Serve with rice.

ingredients

SERVES 2

2 trout fillets,

approx 140 g (5 oz) each

2 cloves of garlic, finely chopped

1-2 small red chilli,

fi nely chopped

1 lime, zest and juice

4 spring onions, finely chopped

30 ml (2 tbsp) light soy sauce

Dish: shallow Pyrex® dish

Steamed mussels with garlic

Scrub mussels and pull off any beards discarding any broken or open shells. Place oil, onion and garlic in a dish, cover with pierced cling film. Place on base of oven and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 2 mins. Add wine and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 3 mins. Add the mussels, cover dish with pierced cling film and cook on MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 5-6 mins. Discard any unopened shells. Add the parsley and stir before serving.

ingredients

SERVES 2

900 g (2 lb) mussels

(weight in shells)

15 ml (1 tbsp) olive oil

1 onion finely chopped

2 garlic cloves, crushed

150 ml (¼ pt) dry white wine

1 bunch fl at-leaf parsley,

fi nely chopped

Dish: large rectangular Pyrex® dish

ingredients

SERVES 6

For the sauce

15 g (½ oz) butter

15 g (½ oz) fl ou

275 ml (½ pt) milk

350 g(12 oz) fresh haddock fillet

350 g (12 oz) fresh undyed

smoked haddock

100 g(4 oz) prawns

salt and pepper

1 tbsp chopped fl at leaf parsley

For the topping

700 g(1 lb 8 oz) potatoes, peeled,

chopped into small chunks

450g (1 lb) sweet potatoes, peeled,

chopped into small chunks

50 g(2 oz) butter

Dish: large jug,

shallow oval Pyrex®dish

Oven accessory: wire shelf in

lower shelf position

Prawn & haddock pie

Put butter in large jug, place on base of oven and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 30 secs. Stir in flour to make a roux. Add the milk gradually, stirring continuously until well combined and cook for 2 mins on HIGH MICROWAVE. Stir and cook for a further 2 mins on HIGH MICROWAVE stirring halfway. Season and set aside. Place fresh and smoked haddock in dish with 2 tbsp water, cover with pierced cling film and place on base of oven. Cook fi sh on FRESH FISH AUTO SENSOR PROGRAM or on MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 10 mins. Flake the fish into a shallow oval dish and scatter the prawns over. Pour over the sauce, season and sprinkle with chopped parsley. Place white and sweet potatoes in a dish with 3 tbsp water. Place on base of oven, cover and cook on BOILED POTATOES AUTO SENSOR PROGRAM or on MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 10 -12 mins until soft. Drain. Mash potato with 25 g (1 oz) butter. Spoon potato mix over the top of the fish mixture to cover. Fluff up with a fork. Place on wire shelf in lower shelf position and cook on CONVECTION 230 °C + GRILL 3 + LOW MICROWAVE for 15-20 mins.

ingredients

SERVES 4

4 salmon fi llets,

each 100-150 g (4-6 oz)

50 g(2 oz) butter

Marinade

45 ml (3 tbsp) white wine

1 garlic clove, crushed

2.5 cm (1") fresh root ginger,

fi nely grated

Mango Salsa

2 red chillies.

seeds removed, thinly sliced

100 g(4 oz) peeled,

cooked prawns

4 spring onions, thinly sliced

1 small garlic clove,

fi nely chopped

1 ripe but firm avocado,

peeled and chopped

12 ripe mango, peeled and

chopped

1 lime, juice of

Dish: shallow Pyrex ^® dish

Salmon with mango salsa

Mix the marinade ingredients together. Pour marinade over salmon in dish and leave to marinate for 2-3 hours in the fridge. Mix all the salsa ingredients together and chill in fridge. Place the salmon on the glass dish directly on base of oven. Cook salmon on MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 7-8 mins. Serve salmon with the salsa.

NOTE: For 2 fillets the marinade and salsa quantities should be halved and total cooking time on MEDIUM MICROWAVE should be reduced to 4-6 mins.

Creamy cod & leek chowder

Place potatoes in a large shallow dish with 3 tbsps water and cover. Place on base of oven and cook on MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 7 mins. Place the butter and leeks in a large bowl. Place on the base of oven and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 2-3 mins and then add the potatoes. Stir in the flour and gradually add the fi sh stock and bay leaf. Cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 8-10 mins or until the potato is tender. Stir halfway. Then stir in the milk, cod and prawns. Cook on MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 7-8 mins or until the fi sh is cooked. Remove the bay leaf and season to taste. Serve immediately.

ingredients

SERVES 4

500 g (1 lb 2 oz) potatoes, peeled, cut into 1 cm (½") cubes

25 g (1 oz) butter

2 large leeks, thickly sliced

15 ml (1 tbsp) plain fl our

568 ml (1 pt) hot fish stock bay leaf

275 ml (½ pt) milk

250 g (9 oz) cod fillet, cubed

10 tiger prawns, peeled

Dish: large shallow Pyrex® dish and large Pyrex® bowl

Coconut fi sh curry

Sweat the chopped onion with the cubed pepper in the dish, covered, for 4-5 mins on HIGH MICROWAVE. Add the coconut milk, the peeled and chopped tomato, the curry paste and lemon juice; Cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 3 mins before adding the fi sh cut into cubes. Cover and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 6-7 mins, stirring halfway through cooking time. Season to taste before serving. If you use 4 frozen fish fillets, cook approx. 13 mins on HIGH MICROWAVE, turning halfway through cooking time.

ingredients

SERVES 4 - 5

1 onion

1 red pepper

200 ml (7 fl oz) coconut milk

1 tomato

1 tbsp curry paste

juice of 1/2 lemon

600 g (1 lb 3 oz) coley or pollock salt and pepper

Dish: 1 Pyrex® dish (22 cm diameter)

Mediterranean fi sh bake

Mix lemon juice, pesto and seasoning together and spoon over the fish in a non metallic dish. Leave to marinade in the fridge for 1-2 hours. Cut vegetables into even sized chunks and toss with the garlic and oil. Place in dish on the wire shelf in lower shelf position and cook on CONVECTION 220 °C + GRILL 2 + SIMMER MICROWAVE for 30 mins. Turn halfway. Scatter the black olives over the vegetables and place the fish and marinade on top of the vegetables. Cook on CONVECTION 220 °C + GRILL 3 + LOW MICROWAVE for 15-20 mins or until cooked through.

ingredients

SERVES 4

juice of 1/2 lemon

100 g (4 oz) fresh pesto sauce salt and pepper

4 x 175 g (6 oz) thick cut haddock or cod fillets

700 g (1½ lb) waxy new potatoes (such as charlotte)

2 medium red onions

1 red pepper, seeded

1 yellow pepper, seeded

1 orange pepper, seeded

2 garlic cloves, crushed

15 ml (1 tbsp) extra virgin olive oil

100 g (4 oz) black olives,

chopped (optional)

lemon wedges and crisp

green salad, to serve

Dish: large Pyrex® rectangular dish

Oven accessory: Wire shelf in lower shelf position

ingredients

SERVES 4

4 salmon fi llets or steaks each

100-150 g (4-6 oz)

30 ml (2 tbsp) white wine

Sauce

3 egg yolks

30 ml (2 tbsp) white wine vinegar

150 g (5 oz) chilled, unsalted

butter, cut into cubes

pepper

Dish: shallow Pyrex ^® dish,

1 litre (2 pt) jug

Salmon with hollandaise sauce

Place salmon in dish with wine. Place on base of oven, cover and cook on MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 8 mins. Leave to stand and make sauce. Place egg yolks and vinegar in a jug. Beat well. Drop cubes of butter on top. Place jug on base of oven and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 30 secs. Whisk. Cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 10 secs. Whisk again and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 10 secs. Repeat 10 secs stages until sauce is thick and creamy. Season and serve immediately with the salmon.

NOTE: This sauce must not boil or the eggs will curdle.

ingredients

SERVES 4

4 salmon fillets,

each 100-150g (4-6 oz)

Marinade

15 ml (1 tbsp) honey

30 ml (2 tbsp) dark soy sauce

15 ml (1 tbsp) sherry

1 garlic clove, crushed

5 ml (1 tsp) fresh root ginger,

grated

Dish: shallow Pyrex® dish

Soy & honey salmon

Mix the marinade ingredients together. Pour marinade over salmon in dish and leave to marinate for 2-3 hours in the fridge. Cover salmon with pierced cling film and place on base of oven. Cook salmon on MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 7-8 mins.

NOTE: For 2 fillets the marinade quantities should be halved and total cooking time on MEDIUM MICROWAVE should be reduced to 4-6 mins.

Defrosted joints

If the meat has previously been frozen, ensure it is properly thawed before cooking by microwave.

Fat

Large amounts of fat absorb microwave energy and can cause the meat next to it to overcook. Always choose pieces of meat that aren't excessively fatty.

Arranging

Thin fillets of fish i.e. plaice, should be rolled up prior to cooking to avoid overcooking on the thinner outside edge and tail. Fish steaks should be arranged in a circle, thicker part to the outside. Cover with pierced cling film or lid.

Tips

Braised and stewed meat cooked in a microwave has a slightly fi rm texture and therefore it is essential to purchase good quality meats.

When cooking a casserole, place a saucer or small upturned plate over the meat to keep it submerged in the juices.

Crispy Bacon - Cover with a plain piece of kitchen towel to minimise splatter. Cook on HIGH power for approx. 50 secs per rasher, or until desired crispness is achieved.

How to cook small cuts of meat by microwave

Some cuts of meat can be cooked successfully by microwave although due to their short cooking times and no heat source, they will not crisp and brown.

They should always be cooked on a microwave rack or upturned saucer to lift them out of their juices.

ingredients

SERVES 4

1 large (350 g) potato

5 ml (1 tsp) oil

2 cloves of garlic, crushed

medium onion, chopped

350 g (12 oz) fresh lamb mince

400 g (14 oz) can of tomatoes

30 ml (2 tbsp) tomato puree

1 large aubergine, sliced

1 bay leaf

5 ml (1 tsp) fresh thyme

5 ml (1 tsp) dried oregano

3 ml (½ tsp) cinnamon

salt and pepper

For the topping

2 eggs

150 ml (½ pt) Single cream

100 g (4 oz) cheddar cheese,

grated

25 g (1 oz) Parmesan cheese,

grated

Dish: bowl, 1.5 litre (3 pt)

Pyrex® casserole with lid,

large shallow rectangular or

oval Pyrex® dish

Oven accessory: glass shelf

in lower shelf position

Moussaka

Pierce skin of potato and cook on MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 10-12 mins, leave to cool slightly then slice. Place oil, garlic and onion in a bowl and cover. Place on base of oven and cook on MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 2 mins. Add lamb, tomatoes, puree, season and mix well. Cover and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 10 mins. Place aubergine in a dish with 3 tbsp water. Cover, place on base of oven and cook on MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 4 mins. Whisk eggs, cream and cheddar together. Arrange half the aubergine slices in the base of dish and spoon over half the lamb mixture and potato slices, repeat process again. Spread the cheese mixture over the top and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Place on glass shelf in lower shelf position and cook on CONVECTION 190 °C + SIMMER MICROWAVE for 15-18 mins or until topping is puffed and golden.

ingredients

SERVES 4

30 ml (2 tbsps) cornfl ou

15 ml (1 tbsp) caster sugar

15 ml (1 tbsp) white wine vinegar

15 ml (1 tbsp) orange juice

15 ml (1 tbsp) tomato puree

15 ml (1 tbsp) sherry

juice from can of pineapple below

seasoning to taste

450 g pork fillet, diced

12 green pepper, chopped

225 g can pineapple chunks

Dish: medium Pyrex® casserole

Sweet & sour pork

Mix all sauce ingredients together. Layer pork, pepper and pineapple in casserole. Pour over sauce, cover and cook on MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 15 mins. Or until meat is tender, stirring occasionally.

Layered chicken

Slice the chicken breasts into strips and place between plastic film and fl attenu using a rolling pin. Put chicken in a shallow dish with lemon juice, thyme, olive oil and seasoning. Allow to marinate for a couple of hours in the fridge. Preheat on CONVECTION 200 °C with enamel shelf in the lower shelf position. Carefully remove the enamel shelf from the oven using oven gloves. Spread the chicken out on the enamel shelf and put back in the oven. Cook on CONVECTION 200 °C for 10-15 mins or until cooked through, turning halfway. Remove chicken from the shelf and allow to cool slightly. Wash enamel shelf. Roll out pastry to a 25 x 25 cm square. Place ½ of the chicken on the centre third of the pastry. Cover with ½ of the peppers, then all of the brie followed by the rest of the peppers and finally the remaining chicken. Brush the edges of the pastry with beaten egg and draw up the two longer sides together over the filling and press the edges firmly together to seal. Flute the edges. Preheat the oven empty on CONVECTION 200 °C. Transfer the pastry onto the enamel shelf and brush with beaten egg. Sprinkle with parmesan cheese. Cook on CONVECTION 200 °C for 20-25 mins until the pastry is crisp and golden.

ingredients

SERVES 4

2 boneless and skinless chicken breasts

1 tbsp lemon juice

1 tsp fresh thyme

12 tbsp olive oil

salt and pepper

400 g (14 oz) ready made puff

pastry

125 g (5 oz) jar of red peppers, drained

100 g (4 oz) ripe brie

1 egg, beaten to glaze

2 tbsp freshly grated parmesan

Dish: shallow dish

Oven accessory: enamel

shelf in lower shelf position

Hungarian goulash

Toss meat in the flour. Combine all ingredients except the soured cream in casserole dish. Cover, place on the base of the oven and cook on LOW MICROWAVE for 40 - 50 minutes or until the meat is tender. Remove from oven immediately stir in the soured cream.

ingredients

SERVES 4

700 g (1 lb 8 oz) braising steak,

cubed

50 g (2 oz) seasoned flour

1 large onion

1 red pepper, deseeded and

chopped

400 g (14 oz) canned,

chopped tomatoes

175 g (5 oz) mushrooms

600 ml (1 pt) hot beef stock

45 ml (3 tbsp) tomato puree

30 ml (2 tbsp) paprika

5 ml (1 tsp) sugar

60 ml (4 tbsp) soured cream

Dish: large casserole

Pyrex® dish with lid

ingredients

SERVES 4

Meat Sauce

1 onion, chopped

1 clove garlic, crushed

(1 tsp) oil

400 g (14 oz) can chopped

tomatoes

150 ml (5 fl oz) red wine

30 ml (2 tbsp) tomato puree

5 ml (1 tsp) mixed herbs

500 g(1 lb 1 oz) beef mince

salt and pepper

Lasagne

1 quantity of White Pouring

White Sauce (see page 125)

100 g (4 oz) grated cheese

5 ml (1 tsp) mustard

salt and pepper

250 g (9 oz) fresh lasagne

50g (2 oz) Parmesan cheese,

grated

Dish: 1.5 litre (3 pt) Pyrex®

casserole dish with lid,

large rectangular dish

Lasagne

Place onion, garlic and oil in casserole. Place on base of oven and cook on MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 3 mins. Place all other meat sauce ingredients in casserole. Stir well. Cover, cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 10 mins. Then MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 15-20 mins or until cooked. Add mustard and grated cheese to white sauce and cover the base of the dish with a layer of white sauce, then a layer of lasagne, then a layer of hot meat mixture. Continue with a layer of lasagne then meat, ending with a layer of white sauce. Sprinkle parmesan cheese over the top. Place on the base of the oven and cook on LOW MICROWAVE + GRILL 1 for 10 mins. Then GRILL 1 for 3-5 mins or until golden brown.

ingredients

SERVES 4

15 g (0.5 oz) dried porcini

mushrooms

15g (0.5 oz) butter

225 g(8 oz) mushrooms

1 large onion, peeled and finely

chopped

150 ml (¼ pt) red wine

4 fi llet steaks.

roughly 150 g (5 oz)

375 g (13 oz) puff pastry

1 large egg, beaten

salt and pepper

Dish: large bowl,

greased enamel shelf in

lower shelf position

Mini boeuf en croute

Soak porcini mushrooms in boiling water for 20 mins. Drain and finely chop. Put the butter, all the mushrooms and onions in a bowl and cover. Place on the base of the oven and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 3 mins. Add wine to the mushroom mixture and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 7-8 mins. Preheat on CONVECTION 200 °C. Place the fillets on the enamel shelf in the middle shelf position and cook on CONVECTION 200 °C for 10-15 mins. Allow to cool. Cut the pastry into 4 pieces and roll each piece out of a 15 cm x 15 cm square and brush with beaten egg. Place a ¼ of the mushroom mixture into the centre of each pastry square and place a fillet on top. Season. Bring the corners of the pastry to the centre and place on greased enamel shelf. Brush with beaten egg. Cook on in the lower shelf position CONVECTION 220 °C for 15-20 mins for medium and 25-30 mins for well done.

ingredients

SERVES 4

1 medium onion, thinly sliced

250 g (9 oz) carrots, sliced

450 g(1 lb) potatoes,

thinly sliced

500 ml (1 pint) stock

Dish: 3 litre (6 pt)

Pyrex® casserole with lid

Lamb hotpot

Coat the pieces of lamb in seasoned thyme flour and place in casserole dish. Layer the onions and carrots then the potatoes on top. Pour in the stock. Cover, place on base of oven and cook on CONVECTION 160 °C + WARM MICROWAVE for 1 hour 30 mins.

Belgian beef casserole

Coat the beef in the seasoned flour and place in casserole. Add the remaining casserole ingredients. Cover with lid, place on base of oven and cook on CONVECTION 160 °C + WARM MICROWAVE for 1 - 1½ hours or until tender. Stir halfway.

Steak & mushroom pudding

Coat the steak in seasoned flour and add to casserole with all the filling ingredients. Cover, place on base of oven and cook on CONVECTION 160 °C + WARM MICROWAVE for 1 hour 15 mins. Mix flour, salt and suet together. Mix to a firm dough with cold water. Roll out 34 of the pastry to line basin. Remove meat with a slotted spoon and fill basin. Mix cornflour with water and stir into the gravy. Place on base of oven and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 2 mins stirring once, or until gravy has thickened. Pour 60 ml (4 tbsp) of gravy over the meat and reserve the rest for serving. Roll remaining pastry to form a lid, moisten the edges and seal over the top of the meat. Place on base of oven and cook on MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 8-10 mins or until pastry looks dry.

ingredients

SERVES 4

675 g(1½ lb) braising steak, cubed

50 g (2 oz) seasoned fl our

2 large onions, sliced thinly

1 clove garlic, crushed

575 ml (1 pint) cream stout

15 g (½ oz) brown sugar

15 ml (1 tbsp) wine vinegar

5 ml (1 tsp) mixed herbs

Dish: 3 litre (6 pt) large

Pyrex® casserole with lid

ingredients

SERVES 4

Filling

450 g(1 lb) braising steak, cubed

25 g (1 oz) seasoned flour

150 g (5 oz) mushrooms, sliced

1 onion, chopped

1 clove garlic, crushed

5 ml (1 tsp) thyme

275 ml (½ pt) hot beef stock

275 ml (½ pt) cream stout

Pudding

175 g (6 oz) self-raising flour

pinch salt

75 g (3 oz) suet

cold water to mix

15 ml (1 tbsp) comfl our

Dish: 1.5 litre (3 pt) Pyrex®

casserole with lid +

1.2 litre (2 pt) pudding basin

Shepherd's pie

Place potatoes in a dish with 3 tbsp water. Cover with pierced cling film, place on base of oven and cook on MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 13-15 mins until soft. Drain and mash well with the milk. Place onion, carrots and butter into dish. Place on base of oven and cook on MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 5 mins or until soft. Add minced meat to vegetables. Then add stock, worcestershire sauce, gravy thickening and tomato puree and season to taste. Cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 15 mins then spread potato on top of the meat, using a fork to make a pattern on top. Sprinkle with cheese. Place dish on glass shelf in lower shelf position and cook on CONVECTION 190 °C + WARM MICROWAVE for approximately 20 mins or until top is crisp and golden.

ingredients

SERVES 4

1 kg (2.2 lb) potatoes,

peeled and cubed

30 ml (2 tbsp) milk

1 medium onion, chopped

2 carrots, chopped

25 g (1 oz) butter

350 g (12 oz) lamb, minced

275 ml (½ pt) hot lamb stock

15 ml ( 1 tbsp) worcestershire

Sauce

15 ml (1 tbsp) gravy thickening

15 ml (1 tbsp) tomato puree

salt and pepper

50 g (1 oz) cheese

Dish: shallow dish,

Pyrex ^® large rectangular dish

Oven accessory:

no accessory then glass

shelf in lower shelf position

ingredients

SERVES 4

3 cardamom pods

12 cinnamon stick

3 ml (¼ tsp) cumin seeds

5 ml (1 tsp) garam masala

5 ml (1 tsp) chilli fl akes

2.5 cm (1") fresh root ginger, grated

1 garlic clove, crushed

25 g (1 oz) ground almonds

45 ml (3 tbsp) natural yoghurt

600 g (1 lb 5 oz) skinless chicken

breast, cut into chunks

15 ml (1 tbsp) olive oil

2 onions, finely chopped

150 ml (½ pt) single cream

30 ml (2 tbsp) coriander, chopped

Dish: 3 litre (6 pt) large

Pyrex® casserole with lid

Chicken pasanda

Place the cardamom, cinnamon, cumin, garam masala, chilli, ginger, garlic, almonds and yoghurt into a non metallic bowl. Add chicken and stir well. Leave to marinate in the fridge for 2-3 hours. Place oil and onions in casserole. Place on base of oven and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 2 mins. Stir chicken into onions. Place casserole on base of oven, cover and cook on MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 15 mins. Stir. Cook for a further 10-15 mins on SIMMER MICROWAVE. Stir in cream and coriander and cook on MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 3 mins or until hot.

ingredients

SERVES 4

1 onion, chopped

1 clove garlic, crushed

5 ml (1 tsp) oil

400 g (14 oz) can

chopped tomatoes

150 ml (5 fl oz) red wine

30 ml (2 tbsp) tomato puree

5 ml (1 tsp) mixed herbs

500 g (1 lb 1 oz) beef mince

salt and pepper

Dish: 1.5 litre (3 pt)

Pyrex® casserole dish with lid

Savoury mince

Place onion, garlic and oil in casserole. Place on base of oven and cook on MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 3 mins. Place all other ingredients in casserole. Stir well. Cover, cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 10 mins. Then MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 15-20 mins or until cooked. Variation: Chilli Con Carne add 400 g (14 oz) can red kidney beans drained, 5-10 ml (1-2 tsp) chilli powder and 1 diced green pepper with the onion, garlic and oil.

ingredients

SERVES 4

50 g (2 oz) creamed coconut

275 ml ( 12 pt) boiling water

cut into strips about

4 cm (½ inch) long

2 garlic cloves, crushed

2.5 cm (1 inch) fresh root

ginger, finely grated

30 ml (2 tbsp) thai green curry

paste

1 lime, grated rind and juice

30 ml (2 tbsp) fresh coriander)

Dish: 3 litre (6 pt)

Pyrex ^® casserole with lid

Thai lamb curry

Mix the coconut with the boiling water. Mix all the remaining ingredients except the coriander with the lamb and leave to marinade in the fridge for 30 mins. Combine the coconut and the lamb mixture and stir well. Cover, place on base of oven and cook on CONVECTION 160 °C + WARM MICROWAVE for 55-60 mins stirring halfway. Garnish with fresh coriander.

Cheesy chicken breasts

Mix the breadcrumbs with the cheese and season well. Dip each chicken breast in the garlic mayonnaise and then the crumbs until coated. Place on the glass shelf and cook on CONVECTION 230 °C + GRILL 3 + SIMMER MICROWAVE for 20-25 mins. Slice the chicken and serve.

Marinated chicken breasts

Mix the selected marinade ingredients together. Pour marinade over chicken directly in dish and leave to marinate for 2-3 hours in the fridge. Place the chicken in an oven proof dish. Pour over half the marinade and cover. Place on base of oven. Cook chicken on LOW MICROWAVE for 7 mins. Pour the remaining marinade over the chicken and continue cooking on LOW MICROWAVE for 9-10 mins.

ingredients

SERVES 4

100 g(4 oz) ciabatta breadcrumbs 75 g (3 oz) gruyere cheese, grated salt and pepper 4 x 150 g chicken breast fi llets, boneless and skinless 50 g (2 oz) garlic mayonnaise

Dish: Pyrex® dish

Oven accessory: glass shelf in lower shelf position

ingredients

SERVES 4

4 x chicken breasts 600 g (1 lb 5 oz), boneless and skinless

Suggested Marinades: Ginger and Soy

10 ml (2 tsp) sesame oil 30 ml (2 tbsp) light soy sauce 15 ml (1 tbsp) white wine 1 garlic clove, crushed 5 ml (1 tsp) fresh root ginger, grated

Lemon and Honey:

2 lemons, juice and zest 30 ml (2 tbsp) honey 1 garlic clove, crushed

Lemon and Thyme:

1 lemon, juice and zest 45 ml (3 tbsp) white wine thyme, 4-5 sprigs

Sesame and Honey:

30 ml (2 tbsp) honey 15 ml (1 tbsp) dark soy sauce 25g (1 oz) toasted sesame seeds

Dish: shallow Pyrex ^® dish

Toad in the hole

Sift flour and salt in a bowl. Add eggs and half the liquid. Beat until smooth and gradually stir in remaining liquid. Put oil and sausages in tin and place on enamel shelf in lower shelf position. Preheat oven on CONVECTION 220 °C. Cook on CONVECTION 220 °C for 15 mins. Pour in the batter and cook on CONVECTION 220 °C for a further 20 mins or until the batter is well risen and golden brown.

ingredients

SERVES 4

150 g (5 oz) plain flour 3 ml (½ tsp) salt 2 eggs 150 ml (¼ pt) milk 150 ml (¼ pt) water 15-30 ml (1-2 tbsp) oil 450 g (1 lb) sausages

Dish: 27 x 22 cm

(10 ½" x 8 ½") oblong tin Oven accessory: enamel shelf in lower shelf position

ingredients

SERVES 6

10 ml (¾ tbsp) ground ginger

3 ml (½ tsp) coarsely ground black pepper

8 ml (1½ tsp) ground cinnamon

10 ml (3/4 tbsp) turmeric

15 ml (1 tbsp) paprika

3 ml (½ tsp) chilli powder/fl akes

800 g (1 lb 12 oz) cubed

boneless lamb

30 ml (2 tbsp) oil

300g (11 oz) onions, chopped

2 crushed garlic cloves

3 ml (½ tsp) salt

150 g (5 oz) sliced carrots

150 g (5 oz) ready to eat dried

apricots, chopped

40 g (1½ oz) sultanas or seedless

raisins

65g(2½ oz) toasted flaked

almonds

10 ml (¾ tbsp) honey

150 ml (¼ pint) tomato juice

400 g (14 oz) can chopped

tomatoes

300 ml (1/2 pint) vegetable stock

Dish: 3 litre (6 pt) large

Pyrex® casserole with lid

Spicy lamb tagine

Put spices into bowl and mix well. Add lamb and evenly coat with spices. Place oil, onions and garlic in casserole. Place on base of oven and cook on MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 5 mins. Add lamb mixture and mix thoroughly. Stir in remaining ingredients and cover. Cook on CONVECTION 160 °C + WARM MICROWAVE for 1-1½ hours or until tender, stir halfway.

ingredients

SERVES 4

1 kg (2 lb 2 oz) pork spare ribs

150 ml (¼ pt) water

For the glaze

150 g (5 oz) orange marmalade preferably shred less or fi ne shred 25 g (1 oz) dark muscovado sugar

100 ml (4 fl oz) fresh orange juice

5 cm (2 inch) piece fresh root

ginger, peeled and coarsely

grated

75 ml (5 tbsp) tomato ketchup

30 ml (2 tbsp) white wine vinegar

Dish: 20 x 25 cm (8 x 10 inch)

rectangular dish, large bowl

Oven accessory: wire shelf in

lower shelf position

Sticky ribs

Place the ribs in a single layer in dish with the water. Cover with pierced cling fi lm and place on base of oven and cook on MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 10 mins. Drain. Meanwhile, mix together all the ingredients for the glaze in a large bowl. Place on base of oven and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 5 mins. Pour glaze over ribs and place dish on wire shelf in lower shelf position. Cook on CONVECTION 230 °C + GRILL 3 + LOW MICROWAVE for 15 mins. Turn halfway and baste.

Creamy chicken gratin

Slice the leeks and place in a large bowl with the butter. Place on base of oven and cook on MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 10 mins or until softened. Add the flour and mix well. Stir in the milk and heat on HIGH MICROWAVE for 4-5 mins or until thickened stirring halfway. Add the chicken, ham and cheese then season and mix well. Pour into the dish. Place on glass shelf in lower shelf position and cook on CONVECTION 230 °C + GRILL 3 + LOW MICROWAVE for 15-20 mins or until piping hot and golden.

Coq au vin

Place bacon, herbs and garlic in casserole. Place on base of oven and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 2 mins. Place remaining ingredients in casserole dish and cover. Place on base of oven and cook on CONVECTION 160 °C + WARM MICROWAVE for 1 hour 30 mins or until cooked through. Skim off any excess fat. Thicken using a little cornflour mixed with water. Serve sprinkled with chopped parsley.

Chicken satay

For the serving sauce: Crumble 50 g (2 oz) of creamed coconut into a large jug. Add the peanut butter, 15 ml (1 tbsp) of the lemon juice, 15 ml (1 tbsp) of the soy sauce, the chilli powder and 300 ml (½ pt) water. Place on base of the oven and cook on HIGH power for 5-6 mins or until the sauce boils and thickens, stirring frequently. Turn into a serving bowl. Cut the chicken into small chunks and place in a bowl. Put the remaining creamed coconut, lemon juice and soy sauce into a blender or food processor. Add the remaining ingredients and blend until smooth. Pour over the chicken. Cover and marinate in the fridge for 2-3 hours or overnight. Thread the chicken onto wooden skewers. Place on wire shelf, cover with any remaining marinade and cook on GRILL 1 + SIMMER MICROWAVE in middle shelf position for 20 mins with glass shelf in lower shelf position, turning occasionally. Serve hot with the sauce for dipping.

ingredients

SERVES 4

350 g(12 oz) leeks, trimmed

25g (1 oz) butter

25g (1 oz) plain fl our

300 ml (½ pt) milk

225 g(8 oz) cooked chicken,

chopped

100 g(4 oz) ham, chopped

150 g(5 oz) gruyere cheese, grated

salt and pepper

Dish: large bowl, rectangular dish

Oven accessory: glass shelf

in lower shelf position

ingredients

SERVES 4

100 g(4 oz) streaky bacon, chopped

5 ml (1 tsp) mixed herbs

1 clove garlic, crushed

4 chicken portions approx. 1.2 kg

(2 ½ lb) in weight, skin removed

salt and pepper

100 g(4 oz) button mushrooms

300 g(10 oz) whole shallots,

peeled

30 ml (2 tbsp) brandy

275 ml (½ pt) red wine

150 ml (¼ pt) chicken stock

cornfl our to thicken

parsley, chopped

Dish: 3 litre (6 pt) large

Pyrex ^® casserole with lid

ingredients

SERVES 4

100 g (4 oz) creamed coconut

90 ml (6 tbsp) crunchy peanut butter

45 ml (3 tbsp) lemon juice

30 ml (2 tbsp) soy sauce

large pinch of chilli powder

4 chicken breast fillets, skinned

approx 600 g (1 lb 5 oz)

30 ml (2 tbsp) vegetable oil

2 garlic cloves, crushed

5 ml (1 tsp) ground turmeric

5 ml (1 tsp) fl ve-spice powder

5 ml (1 tsp) coriander seeds

5 ml (1 tsp) cumin seeds

Dish: large jug, 4-8 wooden

skewers + large shallow

Pyrex ^® dish

Oven accessory: wire shelf in

middle shelf position + glass

shelf lower shelf position

ingredients

SERVES 4

900 g (2 lb) unsmoked gammon joint, cold water to cover 300 ml (½ pt) white wine (optional) 1 onion, peeled 4 whole cloves 10 peppercorns 45 ml (3 tbsp) honey 30 ml (2 tbsp) orange juice 15 g (½ oz) demerara sugar 15 ml (1 tbsp) dijon mustard 12 whole cloves

Dish: 3 litre (6 pt) large Pyrex® casserole with lid Oven accessory: enamel shelf in lower shelf position

Glazed gammon

Place gammon in a large casserole dish. Add onion stuck with cloves and peppercorns and cover with water. Place on base of oven and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 15 mins then MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 15-20 mins. Per 450 g (1 lb), or until cooked. Drain. Mix together the honey, juice, sugar and mustard. Cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 1 min. Leave to cool. Remove the gammon rind. Score the fat in a lattice pattern and stud with cloves. Brush over half of the glaze. Preheat oven on CONVECTION 180 °C + GRILL 1. Place gammon on enamel shelf in lower shelf position and cook on CONVECTION 180 °C + GRILL 1 for 10-15 mins until golden spreading over the remaining glaze halfway through cooking time.

ingredients

SERVES 4

500 g(1 lb 2 oz) new potatoes, halved 45 ml (3 tbsp) pesto 15 ml (1 tbsp) oil 1 onion, fi nely chopped 4 x 125g (4 oz) boneless skinned chicken breasts, cut into strips 400 g(14 oz) can chopped tomatoes 2 tbsp tomato puree 4 -5 drops Tabasco sauce 175 g (6 oz) fresh white breadcrumbs 1 garlic clove, fi nely chopped 50 g (2 oz) Parmesan cheese, grated

Dish: shallow oval Pyrex® dish Oven accessory: glass shelf in lower shelf position

Pesto chicken crumble

Place potatoes in a dish with 45 ml (3 tbsp) water. Cover, place on base of the oven and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 7-8 mins. Drain. Stir the pesto into the potatoes and put aside to keep warm. Place oil and onion in a bowl and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 2-3 mins to soften the onion. Add chicken, cover and cook on MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 4 mins. Add the tomatoes, tomato puree and the Tabasco to the chicken. Cover and cook on MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 3 mins. Stir and cook for a further 5-6 mins on MEDIUM MICROWAVE. Add potatoes. Mix the breadcrumbs with the garlic and Parmesan cheese and sprinkle over the chicken. Place dish on glass shelf in lower shelf position and cook on CONVECTION: 200 °C + GRILL 2 + LOW MICROWAVE for 10–11 mins until heated through and golden brown in colour.

Chicken casserole

Coat chicken with flour and place in fridge. Place oil, butter, garlic, shallots and mushrooms into casserole. Place on base of the oven and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 3 mins. Stir in Dijon mustard and add chicken. Then stir in stock and wine. Add potatoes and carrots. Cover casserole, place on glass shelf in lower shelf position and cook on CONVECTION 160 °C + WARM MICROWAVE for 50 mins stirring halfway. Stir in asparagus, broad beans and cream and cook on CONVECTION 160 °C + WARM MICROWAVE for a further 10-15 mins. Stir in herbs and serve with crusty bread.

ingredients

SERVES 4

4 x 225 g (8 oz) boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into small chunks

50 g (2 oz) plain fl our

15 ml (1 tbsp) oil

15 g (½ oz) butter

1 garlic clove, crushed

4 shallots, chopped

150 g (5 oz) mushrooms, sliced

15 ml (1 tbsp) Dijon mustard

200 ml (7 fl oz) hot chicken or

vegetable stock

200 ml (7 fl oz) dry white wine

225 g (8 oz) baby new potatoes, halved

225 g (8 oz) baby carrots

100 g (4 oz) asparagus tips

100 g (4 oz) shelled, fresh or

frozen broad beans

45 ml (3 tbsp) double cream

30 ml (2 tbsp) mixed fresh

parsley and tarragon, chopped

Crusty bread, to serve

Dish: 3 litre (6 pt) large

Pyrex® casserole with lid

Oven accessory: glass shelf

in lower shelf position

Stuffed aubergines

Place the whole aubergines on the glass shelf in the lower shelf position and cook on CONVECTION 220 °C for 20 mins or until soft. Remove from oven and cool. Cut the aubergines in half horizontally, leaving the stalks attached. Scoop out the flesh and chop finely. Place garlic and onion in dish. Place on base of the oven and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 2 mins. Add beef, tomatoes, aubergine flesh, olives, oregano, and tomato puree. Cover and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 10 mins. Use the bread to make breadcrumbs. Mix 40 g (1 oz) of the parmesan with the breadcrumbs and add to beef mixture. Fill the aubergine skins with the filling. Place aubergines on glass shelf and sprinkle with the remaining parmesan. Place glass shelf in lower shelf position and cook on CONVECTION 220 °C + GRILL 1 + WARM MICROWAVE for 15 mins.

ingredients

SERVES 4

2 large aubergines

1 garlic clove, crushed

1 medium onion, chopped

200 g (7 oz) minced beef

400 g (14 oz) tin chopped

tomatoes

25 g (1 oz) pitted black olives,

chopped

10 ml (2 tsp) dried oregano

30 ml (2 tbsp) tomato puree

75 g (3 oz) sliced crusty bread

50 g (2 oz) parmesan freshly

grated

Dish: 1.5 litre (3 pt)

Pyrex® casserole dish with lid

Oven accessory: glass shelf

in lower position

ingredients

SERVES 4

30 ml (2 tbsp) oil

1 medium onion, chopped

1 green pepper, deseeded and

chopped

225 g (8 oz) carrots, sliced

450 g (1 lb) lean pork, cubed

30 ml (2 tbsp) seasoned fl ou

1 bay leaf

5 ml (1 tsp) dried sage

salt and pepper

300 ml (½ pt) dry cider

Dumplings

175 g (6 oz) self raising fl our

75 g (3 oz) suet

pinch of salt

5 ml (1 tsp) mustard powder

15 ml (1 tbsp) fresh parsley,

chopped

150 ml (¼ pt) cold water

Dish: 3 litre (6 pt) large

Pyrex® casserole with lid

Oven accessory: glass shelf in

lower shelf position

Pork with herby dumplings

Place oil, onion, green pepper and carrots in casserole. Cover and place on base of oven and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 5 mins. Toss pork in seasoned flour and add to onion mixture. Stir in all other ingredients. Place glass shelf in lower shelf position, cover and cook on CONVECTION 160 °C + WARM MICROWAVE for 1 hour or until pork is tender. Whilst cooking make the dumplings by combining the flour, suet, salt, mustard and parsley. Add the water to make a stiff dough. Shape dough into 8 round dumplings. When pork is cooked, uncover and place dumplings around the edge of dish. Cook uncovered on CONVECTION 160 °C + WARM MICROWAVE for 15 mins or until dumplings are cooked through.

ingredients

SERVES 4

225 g (8 oz) carrots, sliced

3 celery sticks, sliced

5 ml (1 tsp) vegetable oil

4 boneless pork chops

15 ml (1 tbsp) English mustard

1 onion, finely chopped

25 g (1 oz) butter

15 g(½ oz) fl our

300 ml (½ pt) milk

salt and pepper

450 g (1 lb) potatoes, peeled

and finely sliced

Dish: 20 x 25 cm (8" x 10")

Pyrex® rectangular dish

Oven accessory: glass shelf

in lower shelf position

Pork & potato bake

Mix the carrots, celery and oil together in the dish. Cover, place on the base of the oven and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 4-5 mins. Arrange the chops in a single layer on top of the vegetables, spread mustard over evenly. Make onion sauce by cooking the onion with half the butter on HIGH MICROWAVE for 2-3 mins. Add the flour and stir well. Gradually add the milk and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 1 12 mins. Stir and cook for a further 1-2 mins or until thick and cooked. Season to taste. Pour sauce over chops. Arrange potato slices on top, cover and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 5 mins. Uncover, dot with remaining butter. Place on glass shelf in lower shelf position and cook on CONVECTION 170 C + LOW MICROWAVE for 25-30 mins or until potatoes are golden.

ingredients

SERVES 4

250 g (9 oz) brown lentils

1 large onion, chopped

4 slices smoked bacon, diced

thyme, pinch

1 stock cube

4 smoked sausages

salt

Freshly ground black pepper

Dish: 2 litre Pyrex® casserole

Pork with lentils

Whiten the lentils: cover in cold water, bring to the boil on HIGH MICROWAVE for 7-8 mins, drain and allow to cool. Place in the dish with the chopped onion, the diced smoked bacon, a pinch of thyme and the stock cube. Cover with water. Place dish on base of oven. Cook on HIGH MICROWAVE, covered, for 12 mins then 40-50 mins on SIMMER MICROWAVE. 20 mins before the end of the cooking add the smoked sausages. Adjust seasoning before serving.

Greek lamb stew

Place the lamb and onion in casserole dish and cover. Place on base of the oven and cook on MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 10 mins. Split the chili along its length leaving the top intact, (remove seeds) - this adds flavour to the stew without too much heat. Stir the chilli, garlic, rosemary, wine and tomatoes into the lamb, with the lid on. Cook on LOW MICROWAVE for 40 mins stirring halfway. Stir in the black olives and linguine and continue to cook on LOW MICROWAVE for a further 15 mins or until the linguine is cooked. Remove the chilli and rosemary, and discard. Stir in feta cheese and mint before serving.

Normandy style chicken

Cut the chicken fillets into pieces. Sweat the chopped shallots in butter, covered, for 2 mins on HIGH MICROWAVE. Add the chicken pieces, the white wine or cider, salt, pepper and the apples, peeled, cored and cubed. Cover and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 12-14 mins, stirring halfway through cooking time. Drain the chicken pieces and keep them to one side, covered in aluminium foil. Add the cream and the sauce thickener with Calvados in the dish and cook, uncovered, a further 3-4 mins on HIGH MICROWAVE. Season to taste and put the chicken pieces back into the sauce.

ingredients

SERVES 4

700 g (1 lb 5 oz) lamb fillet, cut into chunks

2 onions, chopped 1 red chilli

2 cloves garlic, crushed

1 sprig rosemary

275 ml (½ pt) white wine

400 g (14 oz) can chopped tomatoes

45 ml (3 tbsp) sliced black olives

100 g (4 oz) linguine, broken into small pieces

150 g (5 oz) feta cheese cubed

15 g (½ oz) fresh mint chopped

Dish: 3 litre Pyrex® casserole dish with lid

ingredients

SERVES 4

800 g (1 lb 7 oz) chicken fillets

2 shallots

40 g (1 oz) butter

1 glass of white wine or cider

salt and pepper

4 large apples

4 tbsp double cream

sauce thick

2 tbsp Calvados

Dish: 1 Pyrex ^® dish

(25 cm (10") diameter)

■ Root vegetables. i.e. carrots, swede, should be cut into slices, strips or cubes.

Plate of diced white food items on a plain surface (no text or symbols visible)

■ Do not mix fresh and frozen vegetables as the cooking times may be different.
■ Cabbage should be shredded and cooked by power and time.

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■ Fresh vegetables require 45 ml (3 tbsp) water.
■ If cooking potatoes with other vegetables, only cook with other ROOT vegetables.

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■ Never add salt to vegetables before microwaving. Remember the fl avour of microwaved vegetables is much better than boiled.

■ Always cook vegetables in a dish that is a suitable size. Use fl at dishes not basins. Always cover with microwave cling fi lm or a lid.

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■ Certain vegetables i.e. broccoli and asparagus, should be arranged so that the tips are in the centre of the dish, as these require less cooking.

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■ Whole cauliflower should be cooked upside down on MEDIUM power for 10 mins. approx. with 90 ml (6 tbsp) water.

Jackel potatoes

Varieties of potatoes vary in their suitability for cooking by microwave. We recommend Maris Piper for consistently good results. The cooking times given may need adjustment for other varieties. The ideal size of potato to be cooked by microwave is 200 g - 250 g (7-9 oz).

Before Cooking

Wash potatoes and prick skins several times. Spread around edge of oven base.

After Cooking

Remove from oven and wrap in aluminium foil to retain the heat. Leave to stand for 5 mins.

Gratin dauphinois

Rub halves of garlic around inside of dish and discard. Place potatoes in dish with 45 ml (3 tbsp) water. Cover, place on base of the oven and par-boil on HIGH MICROWAVE for 5 mins. Drain. Slice thinly. Layer the potato slices in the dish, seasoning with salt, pepper and nutmeg between each layer. Pour the cream evenly over the top of the potatoes and dot with butter. Place dish on glass shelf in lower shelf position and cook on CONVECTION 190 °C + SIMMER MICROWAVE for 25 mins or until potatoes are cooked.

Spicy potatoes

Place potatoes in dish with 45 ml (3 tbsp) water. Cover, place on base of the oven and cook on BOILED POTATOES AUTO SENSOR PROGRAM or HIGH MICROWAVE for 8 mins or until cooked. Drain. Mix the remaining ingredients together. Add the potatoes, mix well and cook on MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 2-3 mins.

Caulifl ower cheese

Place cauliflower florets in a shallow dish. Add 45 ml (3 tbsp) water, cover and place on base of the oven. Cook on MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 10 mins. Drain. Melt butter in a jug on HIGH MICROWAVE for 20-30 secs. Stir in flour and mustard. Cook for a further 15 secs. Add milk gradually. Stir well and season. Cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 3-4 mins. Or until sauce is thick and bubbling. Stir halfway. Stir in 90 g (3 oz) grated cheese. Pour the sauce over the cauliflower. Top with remaining cheese and breadcrumbs. Place dish on glass shelf in lower shelf position and cook on CONVECTION 220 °C + GRILL 2 + WARM MICROWAVE for 10-15 mins. or until golden brown.

ingredients

SERVES 4-6

1 clove of garlic, halved
700 g (1½ lb) potatoes, halved
salt and pepper
pinch nutmeg
150 ml (¼ pt) double cream
25 g (1 oz) butter

Dish: 20 cm (8") shallow Pyrex® dish

Oven accessory: glass shelf in lower shelf position

ingredients

SERVES 4

350 g (12 oz) potatoes, cubed 45 ml (3 tbsp) natural yoghurt 10 ml (2 tsp) mango chutney 3 ml (½ tsp) cumin, tumeric, coriander and garam masala 10 ml (2 tsp) fresh coriander pinch chilli powder 15 g (½ oz) sultanas salt and pepper

Dish: 1 litre (2 pt) Pyrex® dish

ingredients

SERVES 4

1 cauliflower, florets 25 g (1 oz) butter 25 g (1 oz) flour 3 ml (½ tsp) French mustard 300 ml (½ pt) milk seasoning to taste

Topping:

100 g (4 oz) grated cheese 25 g (1 oz) breadcrumbs

Dish: shallow Pyrex ^® dish, jug Oven accessory: glass shelf in lower shelf position

ingredients

SERVES 4

1 aubergine, sliced 1 courgette, sliced 1 onion, sliced

1 green pepper, cut into chunks

1 red pepper, cut into chunks 1 clove of garlic, peeled and crushed

400 g (14 oz) can of tomatoes salt and pepper to taste

Dish: 20 cm (8")

Pyrex ^® casserole

ingredients

SERVES 4

3 red and 3 yellow peppers 15 ml (1 tbsp) oil

2 cloves garlic, crushed

1 bunch spring onions sliced thinly 100 g (4 oz) long grain rice

300 ml (½ pt) hot vegetable stock 50 g(2 oz) pine nuts

100 g (4 oz) cherry tomatoes,

halved

100g (4 oz) mozzarella, diced 100g (4 oz) gorgonzola or any

blue cheese, diced handful each of parsley and basil, chopped

Dish: 1.5 litre (3 pt) ovenproof Pyrex® dish

Oven accessory: glass shelf in lower shelf position

Ratatouille

Combine all ingredients in a casserole. Cover, place on base of the oven and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 12-14 mins or until vegetables are soft. Stir halfway through cooking time.

Stuffed peppers

Slice the tops off the peppers and put to one side. Remove the seeds and rinse out. Place oil, garlic and onions into a large ovenproof dish and stir. Place on base of the oven and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 2 mins. Add rice and hot stock. Cover and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 8-9 mins. Allow to cool slightly and then stir in pine nuts, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, Gorgonzola, parsley and basil. Season well. Fill peppers with cheesy mixture and place in ovenproof dish. Place dish on glass shelf in lower shelf position and cook on CONVECTION 200 °C + GRILL 2 + SIMMER for 10 mins Place tops back on peppers and cook on CONVECTION 200°C + GRILL 1 + SIMMER MICROWAVE for a further 5 mins.

ingredients

SERVES 4

15 ml (1 tbsp) oil

1 onion, finely chopped

1 green pepper, chopped

1 chilli, chopped

2 carrots, diced

5 ml (1 tsp) chilli powder

3 ml (½ tsp) cumin

175 g (6 oz) bulgar wheat

400 g (14 oz) can chopped

tomatoes

30 ml (2 tbsp) tomato puree

450 ml (¾ pt) water

400 g (14 oz) can red kidney

beans, drained

Dish: 3 litre (6 pt) large

Pyrex ^® casserole with lid

Vegetarian chilli

Place oil, onion, pepper, chilli and carrots in a large casserole. Cover, place on base of the oven and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 4-5 mins or until softened. Add chilli and cumin. Stir in bulgar wheat, chopped tomatoes, tomato puree and water. Cover and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 10 mins. Stir in red kidney beans, cover and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 2-3 mins.

Roast vegetable parcels

Place the chopped tomatoes and puree in a bowl. Place on base of the oven and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 5 mins then MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 7-8 mins or until mixture is reduced in volume and thickened. Cut vegetables into even sized chunks and toss with the garlic and oil in shallow dish. Place on the glass shelf in lower shelf position and cook on CONVECTION 220 °C + GRILL 2 + SIMMER MICROWAVE for 30 mins. Turn halfway, mix the tomato sauce with the cooked vegetables and pine nuts. Preheat oven on CONVECTION 220 °C. Mix together the gruyere cheese, Boursin and single cream. Roll out pastry until it measures approx 30 cm (12") square. Divide into 4 equal squares. Place of the vegetable mixture in the centre of the square and top with 12 of the cheese mixture. Bring the corners of the pastry to the centre, pressing the edges together. Seal with water and glaze with beaten egg. Place parcels on enamel shelf in lower shelf position and cook on CONVECTION 220 °C for 20 mins or until golden and cooked through.

Vegetarian curry

Combine garlic, oil and spices in casserole. Place on base of the oven and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 30 secs. Add aubergine and all other ingredients to casserole, except cashews. Cover and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 10 mins. Then SIMMER MICROWAVE for 30-40 mins or until vegetables are soft. Stir occasionally. Sprinkle with cashews and serve with boiled rice.

NOTE: This recipe is best cooked in advance, chilled and then reheated to allow the flavours to develop.

ingredients

SERVES 4

200 g (7 oz) can chopped tomatoes

10 ml (2 tsp) tomato puree

700 g (1½ lb) mixed vegetables e.g. sweet potato, red pepper, leeks, aubergine

1 clove garlic, crushed

15 ml (1 tbsp) olive oil

25 g (1 oz) pine nuts

50 g (2 oz) gruyere cheese, grated

100 g (4 oz) Boursin. cheese

15 ml (1 tbsp) single cream

350 g (12 oz) ready made puff pastry

1 beaten egg to glaze

Dish: large bowl, shallow ovenproof dish, round baking sheet

Oven accessory: glass shelf in lower shelf position then enamel shelf in lower shelf position

ingredients

SERVES 4

2 cloves of garlic, chopped

15 ml (1 tbsp) oil

pinch cayenne pepper

15 ml (1 tbsp) medium curry powder

2.5 cm (1") root ginger, peeled

1 medium aubergine, diced

1 small caulifl ower, divided into florets

2 medium potatoes, diced

100 g (4 oz) green beans, sliced

1 fresh chilli, deseeded and sliced

150 ml (¼ pt) vegetable stock

400 g (14 oz) can chopped

tomatoes

100 g (4 oz) cashew nuts

Dish: 3 litre (6 pt)

Pyrex® casserole

ingredients

SERVES 4

225 g (8 oz) bag spinach leaves

200 g (7 oz) jar sundried

tomatoes in oil

100 g (4 oz) feta cheese, cubed

2 eggs, beaten

250 g(9 oz) pack fi lo pastry

Dish: 3 litre bowl, 22 cm (9")

loose bottomed cake tin

Oven accessory: enamel

shelf in lower shelf position

Greek pie

Place spinach into a large bowl, cover and place on the base of the oven, cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 4-5 mins or until wilted. Leave to cool slightly then squeeze out any excess water and roughly chop. Preheat on CONVECTION 180 °C with enamel shelf in lower shelf position. Drain tomatoes, reserving the oil. Roughly chop the tomatoes and put into a bowl along with the spinach, feta and eggs. Mix well. Take a sheet of pastry and brush liberally with some of the sundried tomato oil. Drape oil-side down into the cake tin so that some of the pastry hangs over the side. Brush oil on another piece of pastry and place in the tin, just a little further round. Keep placing the pastry pieces in the tin until the pastry is all used, then spoon over the filling. Pull the sides into the middle, scrunch up and make sure the filling is covered. Brush with a little more oil. Place the tin on the enamel shelf in the lower shelf position and cook on CONVECTION 180 °C for 30 mins until the pastry is crispy and golden brown. Remove from the tin. Slice into wedges.

ingredients

SERVES 4

450 g (1 lb) leeks, sliced thinly

450 g (1 lb) potatoes, peeled

and sliced thinly

150 g (5 oz) blue cheese

225 g (8 oz) Greek yoghurt

75 ml (5 tbsp) double cream

salt and pepper

50 g(2 oz) brown breadcrumbs

Dish: 1.5 litre (3 pt)

Pyrex® ovenproof dish

Oven accessory: glass shelf

in lower shelf position

Leek & potato gratin

Place the vegetables in a large bowl. Add 90 ml (6 tbsp) of water and cover. Place on base of the oven and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 10-12 mins or until the vegetables are softened. Crumble or finely chop the cheese into a bowl and gradually blend in the yoghurt and the double cream. Drain the vegetables and arrange in a fl an dish. Season and pour over the blue cheese cream mixture. Sprinkle with breadcrumbs. Place on glass shelf in the lower shelf position and cook on CONVECTION 230 °C + GRILL 3 + LOW MICROWAVE for 10-12 mins or until golden brown.

ingredients

SERVES 4

1 onion, chopped

260 g(9 oz) carrots, grated

1 tbsp olive oil

2 tsp mild chilli powder

1 tsp ground cumin

400 g (14 oz) tin chopped

400g (14 oz) tin baked beans,

drained

400g (14 oz) tin mixed beans,

rinsed and drained

6 small tortillas

200 g (7 oz) low fat natural

yoghurt

50 g(2 oz) hard cheese, grated

Dish: Large Pyrex ^® casserole

dish & 22 x 22 cm (9" x 9")

square Pyrex® dish

Oven accessory: enamel

shelf in lower shelf position

Bean enchiladas

Cook the onion and carrots with the olive oil in the covered Pyrex® casserole dish on the base of the oven on HIGH MICROWAVE for 5-6 minutes. Stir halfway through cooking. Stir in the chilli powder and ground cumin. Cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 1 minute. Stir in the tomatoes and beans. Cover and bring to the boil on HIGH MICROWAVE for 8-10 minutes then cook on SIMMER MICROWAVE for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Spread a thin layer of the mixture over the base of the square Pyrex® dish. Fill each tortilla with a few tbsp of the mixture, fold over the ends and roll up to seal. Place into the dish seal side down. Cover with the remaining mixture. Mix the yoghurt and grated cheese together and spoon evenly over the dish. Place on enamel shelf in the lower shelf position and brown on GRILL 1 for 10-15 minutes.

Soak the mushrooms for at least 2 hours with 400 ml warm water. Cook the chopped onion with butter in the bowl, covered on HIGH MICROWAVE for 2 mins 30 secs. Mix in the casserole with rice. Cover and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE 1 minute. Add peeled and crushed garlic, half the vegetable stock and half the mushrooms' soaking water. Cover and cook 4-5 mins on HIGH MICROWAVE and 15 mins on SIMMER MICROWAVE, adding the remaining stock and mushrooms' soaking water halfway through cooking time. Add the chopped mushrooms and basil leaves 3 minutes before the end, adding a few spoonfuls of hot water if needed. Add parmesan. Season to taste and leave the risotto to stand, covered, for 8 mins before stirring with a fork.

Stuffed courgettes

Preheat on CONVECTION 200 °C. Place the courgettes in a single layer in the Pyrex® dish, close together, cut side up. Lightly brush with olive oil. Place on the wire shelf in the lower shelf position and bake for 20 minutes. For the stuffing mix all the ingredients together in a bowl. Sprinkle the mixture on the top of the courgettes and drizzle the remaining olive oil over. Return to the oven and bake for 10-15 mins on CONVECTION 200 °C.

ingredients

SERVES 4

40 g (2 oz) dried porcini mushrooms

1 onion

50 g (2 oz) butter

250 g (9 oz) arborio rice

1 garlic clove

500 ml (¾ pt) hot water with

1 vegetable stock cube added

basil leaves, chopped

30 g (1 oz) parmesan

Dish: 1 Pyrex® casserole (3 litres) + 1 small bowl

ingredients

SERVES 4

2 courgettes, halved lengthways

2 tsp extra virgin olive oil

For the stuffing:

30 g dried white breadcrumbs

20 g pine nuts

3 spring onions,

trimmed and finely sliced

1 garlic clove, crushed

1 tsp dried thyme leaves

20 g Parmesan, finely grated

Dish: shallow Pyrex® dish Oven accessory: Wire shelf in lower shelf position

ingredients

SERVES 6-8

300 g (11 oz) quinoa 2 courgettes 300 g (11 oz) frozen peas 1 bunch of mint 100 ml (4 fl oz) olive oil juice of 2 lemons salt and pepper

Dish: 1 Pyrex ^® large bowl + 1 Pyrex ^® medium bowl

ingredients

SERVES 4

375 g (13 oz) ready rolled puff pastry 30 ml (2 tbsp) olive oil 500 g (1 lb 1 oz) red onions, peeled & thinly sliced 15 ml (1 tbsp) fresh thyme 45 ml (3 tbsp) balsamic vinegar 10 ml (2 tsp) muscovado sugar salt and pepper balsamic glaze for decoration 200 g(7 oz) soft goats cheese, cut into slices Dish: large Pyrex® bowl, 23 cm (9") fl an tin/dish Oven Accessory: enamel shelf in lower shelf position, greased

Quinoa tabbouleh with mint

To be prepared the day before it is eaten. Weigh out the quinoa in a large bowl and cook it with twice the volume of salted hot water, firstly for 5 minutes on HIGH MICROWAVE then on SIMMER MICROWAVE for 10-15 minutes. Drain and leave to cool. Meanwhile chop the courgettes finely. Cover the chopped courgettes and frozen peas with water in a bowl and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 6 to 8 minutes. Drain well and leave to cool. Remove the mint leaves from the stalk and mix with the olive oil and lemon juice. Add this mixture to the quinoa, courgette and pea mixture. Check the seasoning and leave to rest for several hours before serving.

Goats cheese & onion tart

Place pastry on the greased enamel shelf and make an incision 2 cm from each edge all the way round the pastry. Prick the base with a fork and chill for 15 mins. In the fridge. Place the oil, onions and thyme into a large bowl. Place on base of oven and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 5 mins. Add balsamic and sugar, stir and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 10 mins. Stir halfway and season. Preheat oven on CONVECTION 200 °C. Place the onions on the pastry. Decorate with cheese and cook in lower shelf position on CONVECTION 200 °C for 20 mins.

ingredients

SERVES 6

350 g (12 oz) ready made shortcrust pastry 100 g (6 oz) courgettes, thinly sliced 1 garlic clove, crushed 100 g (6 oz) broccoli 50 g (2 oz) peas 50 g (6 oz) asparagus 50 g (4 oz) tomatoes 100 g (4 oz) full fat soft cheese 150 ml (¼ pt) single cream 2 eggs plus 1 egg yolk 40 g (1½ oz) mature cheddar

Dish: bowl, 23 cm (9")

Pyrex® fl an dish

Oven accessory: glass shelf in lower shelf position

Summer vegetable fl an

Line the flan dish with the pastry, prick the base with a fork and chill for 15 mins. in the fridge. Preheat oven on CONVECTION 210 °C. Place flan dish on glass shelf in the lower shelf position and bake blind on CONVECTION 210 °C for 20 mins. With baking beans. Remove baking beans and lining after 10 mins and place flan back in oven for final 10 mins. Place the courgettes, garlic, broccoli and peas in a bowl with 3 tbsp of water. Cover, place on base of oven and cook on MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 6 mins. Drain. Place in the pastry case with the asparagus and quartered tomatoes. Beat the soft cheese with the cream and eggs, pour over the vegetables and sprinkle with cheddar. Place the flan dish on glass shelf in lower shelf position and cook on CONVECTION 180 °C + WARM MICROWAVE for 25-30 mins or until just set.

Roasted vegetable moussaka

Toss the prepared vegetables with the garlic and oil. Place in dish on glass shelf in lower shelf position and cook on CONVECTION 220 °C + GRILL 2 + SIMMER MICROWAVE for 30 mins, turning every 10 mins. Stir in the tomatoes and sun-dried tomatoes. Season to taste. Beat together the cottage cheese, eggs, cheddar cheese and yoghurt, then season. Pour over the vegetables. Place on glass shelf in lower shelf position and cook on CONVECTION 230 °C + GRILL 1 + WARM MICROWAVE for 10-15 mins or until golden brown.

ingredients

SERVES 4-6

1 red onion, cut into strips

2 red peppers,

deseeded and cubed

1 aubergine, cubed

2 courgettes, cubed

350 g (12 oz) sweet potato, peeled and cubed

4 garlic cloves, whole

45 ml (3 tbsp) olive oil salt and pepper

400 g (14 oz) canned, chopped tomatoes

25 g (1 oz) sun-dried tomatoes, chopped

225 g (8 oz) cottage cheese

3 large eggs

175 g (6 oz) cheddar cheese, grated

45 ml (3 tbsp) natural yoghurt

Dish: 2 litre (4 pt)

Pyrex® ovenproof dish

Oven accessory: glass shelf

in lower shelf position

Tagliatelle toscana

Cook the pasta in 600 ml boiling water, covered, on HIGH MICROWAVE for 4 mins or until tender. Drain. Place onion, garlic and oil in a bowl, cover and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 2 mins or until soft. Add the remaining ingredients except the mozzarella, tagliatelle and parmesan cheese, cover and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 6-8 mins. Mix the drained pasta with the mozzarella. Place in a casserole dish. Pour the sauce over the top. Sprinkle with parmesan and cook on the base of the oven on CONVECTION 230 °C + GRILL 1 + MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 10-12 mins or until golden brown and piping hot.

ingredients

SERVES 4-6

1 large aubergine, cubed

350 g (12 oz) tagliatelle, fresh

1 onion

1 clove garlic, crushed

15 ml (1 tbsp) olive oil

400 g (14 oz) tin of chopped tomatoes

5 ml (1 tsp) basil

15 ml (1 tbsp) tomato puree

15 g butter

salt and pepper

8-10 black olives, stoned

100 g (4 oz) mozzarella, diced

30 ml (2 tbsp) parmesan cheese

Dish: Deep Pyrex® casserole dish

ingredients

SERVES 4

350 g (12 oz) dried pasta e.g. penne

2 red peppers, seeded

and cut into chunks

2 red onions cut into wedges

2 mild red chillies,

seeded and diced

3 garlic cloves,

coarsely chopped

5 ml (1 tsp) golden caster sugar

30 ml (2 tbsp) olive oil

salt and pepper

700 g(1½ lb) small ripe

tomatoes, quartered

handful fresh basil leaves

25 g (1 oz) grated parmesan

Dish: 3 litre (6 pt) Pyrex® bowl

+ large Pyrex ^® ovenproof dish

Oven accessory: glass shelf

in lower shelf position

Spicy tomato pasta

Put pasta in a bowl, add 1 litre of boiling water, cover. Place on base of oven and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 10-12 mins. Drain. Preheat oven on CONVECTION 230 °C + GRILL 1. Place peppers red onions, chillies and garlic in a large ovenproof dish. Sprinkle with sugar, drizzle over the oil and season well with salt and pepper. Place on glass shelf in lower shelf position and cook on CONVECTION 230 °C + GRILL 1 for 15 mins. Add tomatoes, stir and cook on CONVECTION 230 °C + GRILL 1 for 10 mins or until golden and starting to soften. Remove the vegetables from the oven. Stir in the pasta and cook on the base of the oven on CONVECTION 230 °C + GRILL 2 + WARM MICROWAVE for 5 mins. Tear the basil leaves on top and sprinkle with parmesan to serve.

ingredients

SERVES 4

1 bunch asparagus

(approx. 250 g/9 oz)

450 ml (¾ pt) hot vegetable stock

2 leeks, trimmed and finely sliced

40g (1½ oz) butter

Finely shredded zest

and juice lemon

salt & pepper

40 g (1½ oz) fresh parmesan

cheese

Dish: small Pyrex ^® bowl +

large Pyrex® bowl

Cut asparagus into 2.5 cm (1") pieces. Add 30 ml (2 tbsp) stock and place in bowl. Cover, place on base of oven and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE power for 2 mins. Place leeks and 25 g (1 oz) butter in a large bowl. Place on base of oven and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 2 mins. Add the rice to the leeks and stir in the hot vegetable stock. Cover and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 10 mins. Stir in the peas, lemon zest and juice and cook on MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 2 mins. Stir in the cooked asparagus, basil, remaining butter and 25 g (1 oz) Parmesan cheese. Cook on MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 2 mins. Serve in warmed bowls sprinkled with a few whole basil leaves and the rest of the Parmesan cheese.

ingredients

SERVES 4

250 g (9 oz) fusilli

1 litre (1 ^3 / _4 pt) boiling water

5 ml (1 tsp) olive oil

1 red and 1 yellow pepper, sliced

2 cloves of garlic, crushed

5 ml (1 tsp) crushed dried chillies

2 x 400 g (1 lb 12 oz) tins

chopped tomatoes

2 x 200 g (14 oz) tins tuna,

drained and flaked

25 g(1 oz) fresh breadcrumbs

30 ml (2 tbsp) grated parmesan

Dish: 3 litre (6 pt) Pyrex® bowl,

3 litre (6 pt) Pyrex ^® casserole

Oven accessory: enamel shelf

in lower shelf position

Spicy tuna pasta bake

Place pasta in water. Cover, place on the base of oven and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 10 mins, or until soft. Leave to stand for 2-3 mins. Drain. Place the oil and peppers in the casserole dish and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 5 mins, until the peppers have slightly softened. Add the garlic and chilli to the pepper mixture and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 1 min. Add the tomatoes and sugar, stir and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for a further 5 mins. Stir tuna and pasta into the tomato and pepper mixture until coated. Top with breadcrumbs and parmesan. Place the dish on enamel shelf in lower shelf position and cook on GRILL 1 for 5-7 mins, or until golden.

Mixed mushroom cannelloni

Put the lasagne sheets in a bowl with 1 litre of boiling water. Cover, place on the base of the oven and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 5 mins. Drain and keep covered in cold water until ready to use. Place the oil, onion and garlic in a bowl. Place on the base of the oven and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 4 mins. Add the mushrooms and thyme to the onions and cook, uncovered on HIGH MICROWAVE for 5 mins. Drain, season and cool slightly. Preheat the oven on CONVECTION 180 °C. Crumble half of the goats cheese logs into the cooled mushroom mixture and stir. Drain the lasagne sheets and spoon 2-3 tbsp of the mushroom mixture along the edge of each lasagne sheet, leaving a 1 cm (½") border. Roll up the pasta sheets. Put the pasta in a shallow oven proof dish and spoon over the cheese sauce. Slice the remaining goats cheese into thick rounds and arrange across the middle of the pasta rolls. Place dish on enamel shelf in lower shelf position cook on CONVECTION 180 °C for 25-30 mins.

Lentil biryani

Place rice in bowl with 550 ml (1 pt) boiling water. Cover, place on the base of the oven and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 8-10 mins and stir halfway. Place the oil and onion in casserole. Place on base of oven and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 3 mins or until softened. Add the ginger, garlic, turmeric, chilli and curry powder and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 2 mins. Add the yoghurt, mushrooms, tomatoes and lentils. Cover and cook on MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 20 mins or until the lentils are tender and the liquid has evaporated. Add the lentil mixture and cashew nuts to the cooked rice and mix thoroughly. Heat on MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 3-4 mins. Garnish and serve.

ingredients

SERVES 4

6 fresh lasagne sheets

45 ml (3 tbsp) olive oil

1 small onion, finely chopped

3 garlic cloves, sliced

25 g (1 oz) pack fresh thyme,

fi nely chopped

225 g (8 oz) chestnut

mushrooms, roughly chopped

100 g (4 oz) button mushrooms

250 g (9 oz) goats cheese

350 g (12 oz) tub cheese sauce

Dish: shallow Pyrex ^® oven proof dish

Oven accessory: Enamel

shelf in lower shelf position

ingredients

SERVES 4-6

450 g (1 lb) basmati rice

15 ml (1 tbsp) oil

1 large onion, sliced

5 ml (1 tsp) root ginger, grated

1 garlic clove, crushed

3 ml (½ tsp) turmeric

5 ml (1 tsp) chilli powder

10 ml (2 tsp) curry powder

150 ml (¼ pt) natural yoghurt

100 g (4 oz) mushrooms, sliced

2 tomatoes, peeled and chopped

100 g (4 oz) tinned green lentils

50 g (2 oz) cashew nuts

Garnish

hard boiled egg slices and

coriander leaves

Dish: 3 litre (6 pt) large

Pyrex ^® casserole with lid

ingredients

SERVES 4

1 medium onion, chopped 10 ml (2 tsp) vegetable oil 2 medium courgettes, sliced thickly 1 red pepper, seeded and

chopped

2 medium carrots, peeled & thinly sliced 1 small cauliflower, cut into florets

100 g(4 oz) dried apricots, halved 2 cloves garlic, crushed

425 g (15 oz) can chick peas,

drained

3 ml (½ tsp) each: ground turmeric, ground coriander, ground cumin

5 ml (1 tsp) paprika

2.5 cm (1") fresh root ginger,

peeled and finely chopped

salt and pepper

450 ml (3/4 pt) hot vegetable stock chopped parsley to garnish

Dish: 3 litre (6 pt) large

Pyrex® casserole with lid

Vegetable & chick pea casserole

Place the onion and oil in the casserole. Place on base of the oven and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 2 mins or until starting to soften. Add the prepared vegetables, apricots, garlic, chickpeas and stir in the spices, salt, pepper and stock. Cover and cook on MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 20 mins, or until vegetables are soft. Stir two or three times during cooking. Serve with couscous or rice and garnish with parsley.

TIP: To prepare couscous: Place 300 ml (½ pt) vegetable stock in a bowl and 1.5 ml (¼ tsp) turmeric. Cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 4 mins or until boiling. Add 175 g (6 oz) couscous and allow to stand for 5 mins. Fluff up with a fork before serving.

ingredients

SERVES 4

25g (1 oz) butter

30 g (1 oz) fl ou

250 ml (8 fl oz) milk

4 eggs

80 g(3 oz) gruyere, grated,

salt and pepper

Dish: jug,

Place butter in a jug on the base of the oven and melt on HIGH MICROWAVE for 30 secs. Stir in flour. Cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 30 secs. Stir in milk gradually, whisk until smooth. Cook the bechamel on HIGH MICROWAVE for 2 - 3 mins. Whisk briskly and add grated cheese, then egg yolks one at a time. Season. Preheat oven to CONVECTION 210 °C with enamel shelf in lower shelf position. Meanwhile, butter and flour the souffle dish. Then whisk the egg whites until stiff. Gently incorporate the cooled mornay sauce with the help of a spatula. Pour into the dish without pressing down. Cook on CONVECTION 210 °C for about 20 mins. then on CONVECTION 180 °C for a further 10 mins. Serve immediately.

ingredients

SERVES 4

300 g (11 oz) shortcrust pastry 100 g (4 oz) back smoked bacon

100 g (4 oz) gruyere, grated

150 ml (¼ pt) milk

3 eggs

150 ml (¼ pt) single cream

salt and pepper

grated nutmeg

Dish: 23 cm (9") metal tin

Oven accessory:

glass shelf in lower shelf

position

Quiche lorraine

Cut bacon into small pieces. Place on a covered plate on the base of the oven on HIGH MICROWAVE for 1 minute. Drain. Line the fl an dish with the pastry. Place the bacon and grated gruyere onto the pastry base. Mix together the seasoned milk, eggs, cream and grated nutmeg with an electric whisk. Pour into the pastry dish. Cook on glass shelf in lower shelf position on CONVECTION 210 °C + WARM MICROWAVE for 27 mins.

Croque monsieur

Preheat grill on GRILL 1. Place the bread, buttered side up on the wire shelf in the upper shelf position and cook on GRILL 1 for 3-4 mins or until browning. On 2 slices of the bread, spread the untoasted sides with mustard and top with ham and cheese. Cover with the other slices, browned side uppermost. Place back on the wire shelf in upper shelf position shelf and cook on GRILL 2 + SIMMER MICROWAVE for 1 12 - 2 mins or until the cheese has melted.

Bacon & potato bake

Place potatoes in a dish with 45 ml (3 tbsp) water. Cover, place on the base of the oven and par-boil on HIGH MICROWAVE for 10 mins. Slice thickly. Place onion and bacon in bowl and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 3 mins. Stir halfway. Chop cheese into chunks. Layer half the potatoes in the buttered ovenproof dish. Scatter over half of the onion, bacon & cheese. Lightly season with salt & pepper. Repeat layers, then pour cream evenly over the top. Place on the glass shelf in the lower shelf position and cook on CONVECTION 230 °C + GRILL 2 + SIMMER MICROWAVE for 15-20 mins or until golden brown.

ingredients

SERVES 2

4 slices bread, buttered

5 ml (1 tsp) Dijon mustard

2 slices smoked ham

100 g (4 oz) sliced cheese

Dish: 3 litre (6 pt) large

Pyrex ^® casserole with lid

Oven accessory: wire shelf in

the upper shelf position

ingredients

SERVES 4-6

1 kg (2 lb 2 oz) baking potatoes, peeled and halved

1 onion, finely chopped

225 g (8 oz) smoked back

bacon, cut into strips

225 g (8 oz) brie

150 ml (¼ pt) single cream

Dish: large Pyrex ^® shallow dish, oval Pyrex ^® heatproof dish, buttered

Oven accessory: glass shelf in lower shelf position

Macaroni cheese

Cook macaroni in 550 ml (1 pt) boiling water. Cover, place on the base of the oven and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 5-6 mins or until soft. Drain. Place butter, onion and bacon in a jug. Cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 5 mins or until onion is soft. Stir halfway through cooking. Stir in flour and cook for 30 secs on HIGH MICROWAVE. Gradually add milk, stir well and season. Cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 5-6 mins or until sauce is thick and bubbling. Stir twice during cooking. Add mustard and 100 g (4 oz) grated cheese. Add macaroni and season. Place the macaroni mixture in dish. Sprinkle with breadcrumbs and remaining cheese. Place dish on the glass shelf in the lower shelf position and cook on CONVECTION 230 °C + GRILL 3 + LOW MICROWAVE for 10-15 mins or until cheese starts to melt.

ingredients

SERVES 4

200 g (7 oz) quick cooking

macaroni

40 g (1½ oz) butter

1 small onion, finely chopped

100 g (4 oz) bacon, chopped

40 g (1½ oz) flour

600 ml (1 pt) milk

5 ml (1 tsp) French mustard

150 g (5 oz) cheddar cheese,

grated

salt and pepper

25 g (1 oz) fresh brown

breadcrumbs

Dish: large Pyrex® dish, jug

Oven accessory:

glass shelf in lower shelf

position

ingredients

SERVES 4

1 medium onion, fi nely diced 10 ml (2 tsp) olive oil

175 g (6 oz) self-raising fl our 3 ml (½ tsp) salt

3 ml ( 12 tsp) mustard powder

3 ml (½ tsp) cayenne pepper salt and pepper 25 g (1 oz) butter

40 g (1½ oz) strong cheddar cheese, grated

40 g (1½ oz) Parmesan cheese 25 g(1 oz) black olives,

stoned and chopped

1 egg, beaten

45 ml (3 tbsp) milk

1 beaten egg for glazing

Dish: bowl, 1 baking sheet 32 x 23 cm (12"x 9") greased

Oven accessory: enamel

shelf, greased in lower shelf

position and wire shelf in upper shelf position

ingredients

MAKES 24

350 g (12 oz) readymade short crust pastry

90 g (3½ oz) red pesto or sun-dried tomato puree

2 medium sized tomatoes, eled, seeded and chopped

25 g (1 oz) black olives, chopped 125 g (4 oz) Fontina or

Mozzarella cheese grated

1 garlic clove crushed

25 g (1 oz) parmesan cheese,

grated

5 ml (1 tsp) dried oregano

Dish: 2 x 12 bun tins

32 cm x 24 cm (12 ^1/2 " x 9 ^1/2 ")

Oven accessory: enamel shelf

in lower shelf position + wire

shelf in upper shelf position

Cheese, onion & olive scones

Place onion and oil in a bowl. Place on the base of the oven and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 2 mins or until softened. Preheat oven on CONVECTION 200 °C with wire shelf in upper shelf position. Sift together the flour, salt, mustard and cayenne with seasoning. Rub in the butter. Mix in onion, cheeses and olives. Beat egg and milk together. Add enough of the egg and milk to form soft dough. On a floured surface roll out dough to approx. 2 cm thick. Cut out rounds using a 5 cm pastry cutter and brush with beaten egg. Place the rounds on the enamel shelf and the baking sheet. Place the enamel shelf in the lower shelf position and the baking sheet on the wire shelf. Cook on CONVECTION 200 °C for 15-20 mins or until cooked and golden brown.

Cheese & red pesto tartlet

Roll out the short crust pastry to a thickness of approximately 3 mm ( 18 ). Cut out 24 circles using a 7.5 cm (3") pastry cutter. Place in two lightly greased bun tins. Chill pastry for 30 mins. Preheat oven on CONVECTION 200 °C with both enamel shelf in lower shelf position and wire shelf in upper shelf position. Mix the red pesto, tomatoes, black olives, mozzarella and garlic together in a bowl. Fill the tartlet shells with mixture. Sprinkle the parmesan and oregano over the tartlets. Place bun tins on shelves and cook on CONVECTION 200 °C for 15-20 mins or until golden brown.

ingredients

SERVES 4-6

75 g (3 oz) plain fl our

pinch of salt

1 egg

75 ml (2½ fl oz) milk

75 ml (2½ fl oz) water

oil for tin

Dish: 12 section bun tin

32 cm (12") x 24 cm (9")

Oven accessory: wire shelf in

lower shelf position

Yorkshire puddings

Place flour and salt in a mixing bowl. Make a well in the centre and break in egg. Beat egg into flour and gradually add milk and water, beating well until smooth. Stand until required. Place 5 ml (1 tsp) oil in each section of the bun tin. Place on wire shelf, preheat oven to CONVECTION 220 °C. Pour batter into heated oil in tins. Place on wire shelf and cook on CONVECTION 220 °C for 15-20 mins or until well risen and brown.

Container size

To avoid boil over always use a container at least twice the capacity of the sauce.

Covering

DO NOT cover sauces when cooking.

Stirring - Important

Sauces/gravy should be thoroughly stirred before, during and after cooking, to avoid any eruptions and to result in a smooth sauce.

Reheating

Sauces can be made in advance and reheated by MICROWAVE. Reheat on HIGH MICROWAVE and stir halfway.

Microwave level

Most sauces require HIGH MICROWAVE for cooking. Sauces containing eggs should be cooked on SIMMER MICROWAVE.

Wooden spoons

Do not leave wooden spoons in the sauce when cooking. The wood may dry out and burn. NEVER LEAVE metal spoons in the sauce.

White sauce

Melt the butter for 1 min, covered, on MEDIUM MICROWAVE on base of oven. Add the flour, stir, and cook for a further 1 min on MEDIUM MICROWAVE. Set aside; Heat the milk in a jug on HIGH MICROWAVE 2 mins 30 s - 3 mins. Pour the milk over the butter and flour mixture, whisking all the time. Cook again for 2 - 3 mins, whisking vigorously several times and paying close attention to ensure that the sauce doesn't overflow. Check the seasoning and add a pinch of grated nutmeg. You can add 2 egg yolks and 80 g of grated cheese to make it into a Mornay sauce.

Pepper sauce

Chop the onion and cook in the bowl with butter for 2-3 minutes on HIGH MICROWAVE. Add fl our, mix, cook again for 1 minute on HIGH MICROWAVE and add stock, 1 tbsp vinegar and 2 tsp of white pepper. Cook uncovered at HIGH MICROWAVE for 3 minutes. Remove from the oven and add a dash of cognac, a knob of butter and crème fraîche. Mix well and add plenty of salt before serving.

Chocolate sauce

Place butter in the jug on base of oven. and melt on HIGH MICROWAVE for 20-30 secs. Stir in sugars, cocoa powder and vanilla essence. Gradually add milk, stirring well. Cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 2 mins. Stir well. Cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 1 min. Stir and continue to cook in 30 secs stages until you achieve a smooth and glossy consistency that coats the back of the spoon.

ingredients

SERVES 500 ml

35 g (1 oz) butter

35 g (1 oz) fl our

500 ml (18 fl oz) milk

salt

pepper

grated nutmeg

Dish: 1 Pyrex® bowl

1.5 litre (2.6 pt) capacity

ingredients

SERVES 5-6

1 onion

40 g (1 oz) butter

30 g (1 oz) fl our

400 ml (14 fl oz) of hot stock

made from 2 stock cubes

tarragon vinegar

2 tsp white pepper

cognac

Dish: 1 large Pyrex® bowl

ingredients

SERVES 4

25 g(1 oz) butter

75 g (3 oz) caster sugar

75 g (3 oz) brown sugar

50 g (2 oz) cocoa powder, sieved

3 ml (½ tsp) vanilla essence

300 ml (½ pt) milk

Dish: 1 litre Pyrex® jug (2 pt)

ingredients

3 egg yolks

30 ml (2 tbsp) white wine

vinegar

150 g (5 oz) chilled,

unsalted butter,

cut into cubes

pepper

Dish: 1 litre (2 pt) Pyrex® jug

Hollandaise sauce

Place egg yolks and vinegar in a jug. Beat well. Drop cubes of butter on top. Place jug on the base of the oven and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 30 secs. Whisk. Cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 10 secs. Whisk again and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 10 secs. Repeat 10 secs stages until sauce is thick and creamy. Season and serve immediately with salmon steaks or asparagus spears.

N.B. This sauce must not boil or the eggs will curdle.

ingredients

1 medium onion, finely chopped

1 celery stick, finely chopped

1 carrot, finely chopped

25 g (1 oz) butter

2 cloves garlic, crushed

2 x 400 g(14 oz) cans of

tomatoes

3 ml (1/2 tsp) each of basil,

oregano and ground bay leaves

150 ml (¼ pt) red wine

or vegetable stock

salt and pepper

Dish: 1 litre (2 pt) Pyrex ^® jug

Tomato sauce

Place onion, celery, carrot, butter and garlic in casserole. Place on the base of the oven and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 4 mins. Add the tomatoes, herbs and wine or stock. Cover and cook on MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 15 mins. Liquidise then press through a sieve for a smooth sauce. Season to taste.

ingredients

2 eggs

50 g(2 oz) caster sugar

300 ml ( 12 pt) milk

5 ml (1 tsp) vanilla essence

Dish: 1 litre (2 pt) Pyrex® jug

Custard sauce

Beat eggs with sugar and 45 ml (3 tbsp) milk. Place remaining milk with vanilla essence. Place on the base of the oven and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 1 min. Add milk to eggs and stir well. Cook on SIMMER MICROWAVE for 1 min. Stir well. Continue to cook on SIMMER MICROWAVE for 10-15 mins stirring every 30 secs until the sauce coats the back of a spoon.

ingredients

150 g(5 oz) soft muscovado sugar

75 ml (3 fl oz) double cream

75 g (3 oz) butter

Dish: 1 litre (2 pt) Pyrex® jug

Butterscotch sauce

Put all ingredients in a large bowl. Place on the base of the oven and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 1 min. Stir and continue cooking on HIGH MICROWAVE in 1 minute intervals until smooth and hot.

ingredients

meat or poultry dripping with

sediment

25 g (1 oz) fl our

300 ml (¾ pt) stock

salt and pepper

Dish: 1 litre (2 pt) Pyrex® jug

Gravy

Scrape dripping and sediment from roasting dish into the jug. Stir flour into dripping and then gradually blend in stock. Place on the base of the oven and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 2-3 mins stirring halfway through. Season and serve.

Shortcrust pastry

Place flour and salt into a mixing bowl. Rub the margarine into the flour until the mixture resembles fi ne breadcrumbs. Add enough water so that when the mixture is kneaded lightly for a few seconds a firm, smooth dough is formed. If possible, rest for 15 mins. before rolling out.

ingredients

225 g (8 oz) plain flour pinch salt

100 g (4 oz) margarine

45 ml (3 tbsp) cold water

Dish: large Pyrex® bowl

Choux pastry

Place butter and water in a large jug and heat on HIGH MICROWAVE for 2-3 mins or until nearly boiling. Immediately tip in all the flour and beat well until mixture is smooth. Cool slightly. Beat in eggs one at a time, beating vigorously until mixture is smooth and glossy.

ingredients

50 g (2 oz) butter

150 ml (¼ pt) water

65 g (2½ oz) plain fl our sifted

2 eggs, lightly beaten

Dish: large Pyrex ^® jug

Suetcrust pastry

Mix together flour, salt and suet. Add enough water so that when the mixture is kneaded lightly for a few seconds a firm, smooth dough is formed.

ingredients

225 g (8 oz) self-raising flour

3 ml (½ tsp) salt

100 g (4 oz) shredded suet

105 ml (7 tbsp) cold water

Dish: large Pyrex® bowl

Minced beef & onion pie

Combine all filling ingredients except thickening in casserole dish. Cover, place on base of oven and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 5 mins then MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 15 mins. Mix gravy thickening with water and stir into meat. Leave to cool. Preheat oven on CONVECTION 220 °C. Roll out half the pastry to fit pie plate. Remove mince with a slotted spoon, reserving gravy for serving and place on pastry base. Roll out remaining pastry for a lid and place on top of mince, sealing the edges with water. Cut 2 slits in top of pastry and glaze top with egg. Place on glass shelf in lower shelf position and cook on CONVECTION 200 °C + SIMMER MICROWAVE for 20-25 mins or until cooked.

ingredients

SERVES 4

350 g (12 oz) lean minced steak

1 medium onion, chopped

450 ml (½ pt) hot beef stock

15 ml (1 tbsp) tomato puree

5 ml (1 tsp) yeast extract

(Marmite.)

salt and pepper

10 ml (2 tsp) gravy thickening

500 g (1 lb 2 oz) shortcrust pastry

beaten egg to glaze

Dish: large Pyrex® casserole and lid, 20 cm (8") pie plate

Oven accessory: glass shelf

in lower shelf position

ingredients

SERVES 4

25 g (1 oz) butter 200 g (7 oz) leeks, sliced 50 g (2 oz) plain fl our 450 ml (¾ pt) milk 150 g (5 oz) stilton (14 oz) cooked chicken, cubed 250 g (9 oz) puff pastry 1 egg, beaten

Dish: bowl, 22.5 cm (9") gratin dish Oven accessory: glass shelf in lower shelf position

Chicken & stilton pie

Place the butter and leeks in bowl. Place on the base of the oven and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 8 minutes or until soft. Add the flour, stir well then gradually add the milk and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 4 mins or until the sauce has thickened. Preheat the oven on CONVECTION 210 °C. Finely chop the cheese and add to the sauce, mix in the chicken. Roll the pastry for a lid and place on top of the chicken mixture. Brush with beaten egg. Place dish on glass shelf in lower shelf position and cook on CONVECTION 210 °C + SIMMER MICROWAVE for 20-25 mins. Or until cooked and browned.

ingredients

SERVES 4-6

25 g(1 oz) caster sugar 5 ml (1 tsp) cinnamon 2 cooking apples, peeled, cored and sliced 15 ml (1 tbsp) lemon juice 350 g (12 oz) puff pastry 1 egg, beaten

Dish: 20 cm (8") pie plate Accessory: glass shelf in lower shelf position

Apple pie

Mix together sugar and cinnamon. Toss apples in lemon juice. Sprinkle sugar mixture over. Divide pastry in half. Roll out half and line base of plate. Place apple filling on top of pastry. Roll out remainder of pastry and cut to a circle for lid. Seal edges, crimp and brush top with egg. Preheat oven on CONVECTION 220 °C. Place pie on glass shelf in lower shelf position and cook on CONVECTION 220 °C + SIMMER MICROWAVE for 15-20 mins or until cooked.

ingredients

SERVES 6

125 g (4 oz) butter 250 g (8 oz) plain fl our 25 g (1 oz) icing sugar 1 egg yolk 30 ml (2 tbsp) water

Lemon meringue pie

Rub butter into the flour until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs and stir in sugar. Add egg and enough water so that when the mixture is kneaded lightly for a few seconds a firm, smooth dough is formed. Line the flan dish with the pastry, prick the base with a fork and chill for 15 mins in the fridge. Line pastry with greaseproof paper and baking beans, place flan dish on enamel shelf in lower shelf position, bake blind of CONVECTION 210 °C 10 mins, remove the beans and bake for another 10 mins, until golden. Leave to cool. Place cornflour, water and lemon juice and rind in a jug, stir. Place on the base of the oven and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 2 mins. Stir and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 2 mins or until smooth, glossy and thickened. Add sugar. Cool slightly. Add egg yolks. Mix well. Pour into pastry case. Preheat oven on CONVECTION 150 °C. Whisk egg whites stiffly. Add sugar gradually – whisking after each addition. Pile meringue onto lemon filling. Place flan on enamel shelf in lower shelf position and cook on CONVECTION 150 °C for 40-45 mins or until lightly browned.

Filling

60 g (2 oz) cornfl our 400 ml (¾ pt) water 3 lemons, juice and grated rind of 125 g (4.4 oz) sugar 3 egg yolks

Meringue

225 g(8 oz) caster sugar 4 egg whites

Dish: 25 cm (10") fl an dish Oven accessory: enamel shelf in lower shelf position

Baked jam roly poly pudding

Roll out pastry to approx. 23 x 32 cm (9" x 13"). Spread the jam over the pastry leaving 1 cm (½") border all round. Brush the edges with milk and roll the pastry up evenly, starting at one short side and sealing the edges well. Brush top with milk and place in loaf dish. Place dish on glass shelf in lower shelf position and cook on CONVECTION 200 °C + LOW MICROWAVE for 15-20 mins or until golden.

Éclairs

Melt the butter and water together on HIGH MICROWAVE 2-3 mins or until bubbling. Immediately tip in all the flour and beat well until mixture is smooth. Allow to cool slightly. Beat in eggs one at a time, beating vigorously until mixture is smooth and glossy. Place the choux pastry into a piping bag fitted with a plain 1 cm nozzle. Pipe fingers 9 cm long on lightly greased, slightly wet baking sheet. Preheat on CONVECTION 200 °C with the enamel shelf in the lower shelf position. Place baking sheet on the enamel shelf. Cook on CONVECTION 200 °C for approx. 15 - 20 mins. Pierce each eclair and return for a further 5-10 mins to crisp if necessary. When cooked cool on a wire rack. Whip the cream until stiff and fill the eclairs. Dissolve cocoa in hot water and stir into icing sugar, beating well until smooth, add extra water if required. Ice the filled eclairs and leave until set.

Strudel

Preheat on CONVECTION 180 °C. Mix the apples and lemon juice in a bowl. Add the sugar, walnuts, sultanas, cinnamon and almonds and mix. Take three sheets of filo pastry and brush them with melted butter. Lay the sheet with the shortest side nearest you. Lay the second 5-6 cm over the longest side of the first sheet, overlapping the third sheet over the second. Lay three more sheets of filo pastry on top of each other. Pour the apple filling over the filo pastry, but leave around 2.5 cm free around one sheet of pastry. Fold the sides over the illing and brush with butter. Roll the pastry from the long side and butter the last long sheet in to seal the strudel. Place the strudel with the seam towards you on enamel shelf and place in the lower shelf position. Brush with melted butter. Bake the strudel for 30 mins on CONVECTION 180 °C. Sprinkle with icing sugar before serving.

Custard tart

Line a lightly greased flan dish with the pastry. Prick pastry with a fork and chill for 15 mins. Bake blind, lining pastry with greaseproof paper and baking beans for 10 mins on CONVECTION 180 °C on the glass shelf in lower shelf position. Remove baking beans and continue cooking for a further 10 mins. Remove the glass shelf. Mix the milk and vanilla and heat on HIGH MICROWAVE for 3 mins on base of oven. Mix together eggs and sugar. Gradually add the milk to the egg mixture and stir well. Strain the egg mixture into the flan case and sprinkle with nutmeg. Place dish on the glass shelf in lower shelf position and cook on CONVECTION 180 °C + WARM MICROWAVE for 15-20 mins or until set.

ingredients

SERVES 4

1 quantity of suet pastry 75 ml (5 tbsp) seedless raspberry jam milk to glaze

Dish: 1 kg (2 lb) glass loaf dish Accessory: glass shelf in lower shelf position

ingredients

SERVES 6

Choux Pastry:

50 g (2 oz) butter 150 ml (5 fl oz) water 65 g (2 oz) plain fl our sifted 2 eggs, lightly beaten

Éclairs:

150 ml (5 fl oz) whipping cream 10 ml cocoa powder 15 ml hot water 100 g (4 oz) icing sugar, sieved

This recipe is most successful when mixed by hand

Dish: baking sheet, greased Oven accessory: enamel shelf in lower shelf position

ingredients

SERVES 4

600 g (1 lb 3 oz) apples preferably Granny Smith, cores removed, cut into rough pieces, juice of 1 lemon 3 tbsp brown sugar 50 g (2 oz) walnuts, roughly chopped

4 tbsp sultanas

1 level tbsp cinnamon 50 g (2 oz) almonds sliced 225 g (8 oz) fi lo pastry 50 g (2 oz) butter, melted icing sugar to serve

Oven accessory: enamel shelf in lower shelf position, greased

ingredients

SERVES 6

350 g (12 oz) shortcrust pastry 450 ml (¾ pint) milk 1 tsp vanilla extract 4 eggs 50 g (2 oz) caster sugar

Dish: 22.5 cm (9") fl an dish Oven accessory: glass shelf in lower shelf position

ingredients

SERVES 4

100 g (4 oz) short grain rice

1 litre (2 pt) whole milk

80 g (3 oz) sugar

small piece of cinnamon stick

1 vanilla pod

Dish: 1 Pyrex® bowl,

2.5 litres (4½ pt) capacity

Rice pudding

Pour the rice, milk and sugar in the bowl. Add the cinnamon and split vanilla pod. Do not cover. Bring to the boil by heating on HIGH MICROWAVE for 7-8 mins, paying close attention to ensure that the milk doesn't overflow, then cook on SIMMER MICROWAVE for 50-60 mins. Leave to cool down, covered for at least 1 hour.

ingredients

SERVES 4

100 g (4 oz) self-raising fl our

100 g(4 oz) caster sugar

pinch of salt

25 g (1 oz) cocoa or

drinking chocolate

50 g (2 oz) margarine

1 egg, beaten

5 ml (1 tsp) vanilla essence

60 ml (4 tbsp) milk

Sauce:

100 g(4 oz) soft brown sugar

25 g (1 oz) cocoa or

drinking chocolate

150 ml (¼ pt) hot water

Dish: 20 cm (8") souffl e dish

Chocolate fudge pudding

Place flour, sugar, salt and cocoa into a mixing bowl. Melt margarine in a small dish on MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 40 secs - 1 min or until melted. Add melted margarine to flour, along with egg, vanilla essence and milk. Beat well. Pour mixture into souffle dish. Mix together brown sugar and cocoa and sprinkle over mixture. Pour over hot water and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 5 - 6 mins or until set on top. The pudding will separate on cooking, giving a chocolate fudge sauce at the bottom.

ingredients

SERVES 4

150 g (5 oz) self-raising fl our

pinch of salt

50 g(2 oz) caster sugar

50 g (2 oz) suet

1 egg

150 ml (¼ pt) milk

30 ml (2 tbsp) jam or golden syrup

Dish: 1.2 litre (2 pt)

Pyrex® pudding basin

Steamed suet sponge pudding

Mix the flour and salt and stir in sugar and suet. Make a well in the centre and add beaten egg and milk. Mix to a soft dropping consistency. Put the jam or syrup in the base of the greased pudding basin an pour pudding mixture over. Place on base of oven and cook on MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 7-8 mins.

Sticky pudding with toffee sauce

Pour 150 ml (¼ pt) boiling water over the chopped dates and set aside to cool. Cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs a little at a time. Fold in the flour, spices and the dates with the liquid. Pour mixture into basin and cook on MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 8-10 mins or until cooked. To make the sauce, place all the ingredients in a large jug and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 1 minute or until the sugar has dissolved. Stir and continue to cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 1-2 mins or until smooth and hot. Drizzle the hot sauce over the sponge and serve with whipped cream.

ingredients

SERVES 4

150 g (5 oz) fresh or ready to eat dates stoned and finely chopped

50 g (2 oz) butter

150 g (5 oz) caster sugar

2 eggs, lightly beaten

150 g (5 oz) self raising fl our

3 ml (½ tsp) grated nutmeg

3 ml (½ tsp) ground ginger

Sauce:

150 g (5 oz) muscovado sugar

75 ml (3 fl oz) double cream

75 g (3 oz) butter

Dish: 1.2 litre (2 pt) Pyrex® pudding basin, large jug

Creme caramel

Put the milk and vanilla pod into a bowl and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 5 minutes. Take out of the microwave and leave to infuse for 5 minutes. Put the eggs and sugar in a bowl and whisk until thoroughly combined. Discard the vanilla pod and whisk the milk into the egg and sugar mixture. Make the caramel. Put the water and sugar in a small bowl and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 2 mins - 2 mins 30 secs. WATCH ALL THE TIME. As soon as it turns light golden brown, stop. Pour the caramel into four ramekins. Rotate the moulds quickly so that it coats the sides of the moulds. Preheat the oven on CONVECTION 150 °C. Strain the custard through a sieve and pour into the moulds and stand them in a small roasting tin half filled with boiling water. Place the tin on the enamel shelf on the lower shelf position and cook on CONVECTION 150 °C for 45 minutes. Chill in the refrigerator before turning out of their moulds.

ingredients

SERVES 4

500 ml (17 fl oz) milk

1 vanilla pod, split lengthways

4 eggs

50 g (2 oz) caster sugar

Caramel

50 g (2 oz) sugar

1 tbsp water

Dish: small bowl,

3 litre (6 pt) Pyrex ^® bowl,

4 ramekins

Oven accessory: enamel

shelf in lower shelf position

Bread & butter pudding

Arrange the bread and fruit in the prepared dish. Put milk in a jug. Place on the base of the oven and cook for 3 mins. On MEDIUM MICROWAVE but do not allow to boil. Beat together the eggs and sugar, add the milk, stirring well. Pour the mixture over the bread, sprinkle with nutmeg and leave to stand for 15 mins. Place dish on glass shelf in lower shelf position and cook on CONVECTION 190 °C + GRILL 3 + WARM MICROWAVE for 20 mins or until set and browned.

ingredients

SERVES 4

6 slices of bread,

buttered and cut into triangles

75 g (3 oz) mixed dried fruit

450 ml (¾ pt) milk

3 eggs

50 g (2 oz) caster sugar

3 ml (½ tsp) nutmeg

Dish: jug, 20 x 25 cm

(8" x 10") oblong, greased

Pyrex® dish

Oven accessory: glass shelf

in lower shelf position

ingredients

SERVES 6

4 medium egg whites 250 g (9 oz) caster sugar 5 ml (1 tsp) cornfl our 5 ml (1 tsp) malt vinegar 5 ml (1 tsp) vanilla extract

Topping:

300 ml (½ pt) double cream, softly whipped 250 g (9 oz) strawberries, sliced

Dish: large Pyrex ^® bowl Oven accessory: enamel shelf in lower shelf position

ingredients

SERVES 6

450 g (1 lb) ripe pears, peeled and thinly sliced 15 ml (1 tbsp) muscovado sugar 2 mangos, peeled, stoned and roughly chopped 1 piece stem ginger, finely choppec

Topping:

175 g (6 oz) plain fl our 75 g (3 oz) butter (oz) muscovado sugar 75 g (3 oz) pecan nuts, roughly chopped

Dish: shallow ovenproof dish Oven accessory: enamel shelf in lower shelf position

Strawberry pavlova

Preheat the oven on CONVECTION 150 °C. Mark a 25 cm (10") circle on a sheet of parchment paper and line the enamel shelf. Whisk the egg whites until stiff but not dry. Slowly whisk in the sugar until the mixture is thick and glossy. Blend the cornflour, vinegar and vanilla extract to a smooth paste, in a separate bowl and then whisk into egg whites. Spread the mixture inside the circle on the parchment paper. Place enamel shelf in lower shelf position and cook Pavlova on CONVECTION 150 °C for 1 hour. Turn the oven off and leave the pavlova inside for another hour to dry out. When cool spread cream all over the meringue and scatter the strawberries on top.

Mango, pear & ginger crumble

Put the pears in dish with the sugar and 45 ml (3 tbsp) water. Cover, place on the base of the oven and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 5 mins. Preheat the oven on CONVECTION 180 °C. Drain the pears, return to the dish and add the mango and stem ginger. Spoon the mixture into dish and leave to cool. Make the topping. Rub the butter into the flour, stir in the sugar and pecan nuts. Sprinkle the topping over the fruit. Place dish on enamel shelf in lower shelf position and cook on CONVECTION 180 °C for 30-35 mins.

ingredients

SERVES 4

700 g(1½ lb) fresh fruit, peeled and sliced (e.g. apples, plums, rhubarb, gooseberries, blackcurrants) Sugar to taste

Crumble topping:

75 g (3 oz) butter 175 g (6 oz) plain fl our 100 g (3 oz) sugar

Dish: suitable sized,

Pyrex® heatproof dish

Oven accessory: glass shelf in lower shelf position

Fruit crumble

Layer prepared fruit in the dish. Add sugar to taste, depending on the sharpness of the fruit. Rub butter into the flour until mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs. Stir in the sugar. Sprinkle the crumble over the fruit, so that it is completely covered. Place dish on glass shelf in lower shelf position and cook on CONVECTION 230 °C + SIMMER MICROWAVE for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.

Red fruit compote

Place the plums, cherries and blueberries in dish. Place on the base of the oven and cook on LOW MICROWAVE for 10 mins. Stir in the strawberries and cook on LOW MICROWAVE for a further 3-4 mins. Stir the raspberries and sugar into the hot fruit and allow to cool before serving.

Christmas pudding

Place apple and carrot in a large bowl. Place on the base of the oven and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 5 mins. Beat well to make a thick puree. Stir in juice, rind and mixed fruit. Cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 2 mins. Stir in brandy and treacle. Stand for 5 mins. Beat in rest of ingredients. Press into the pudding basin. Cover and cook on MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 5 mins. Stand for 5 mins. Cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for another 2-3 mins or until just fi rm.

NOTE: One of the advantages of using your MICROWAVE to make this traditional pudding is that it can be made the week before Christmas and stored in a cool dry place. Do not attempt to make the pudding earlier than this, since the flavour will not improve with keeping, unlike a traditionally steamed pudding.

ingredients

SERVES 4

225 g (8 oz) plums, halved

225 g (8 oz) cherries, stoned

225 g (8 oz) blueberries

225 g (8 oz) strawberries

225 g (8 oz) raspberries

50 g (2 oz) golden caster sugar

Dish: large shallow ovenproof Pyrex® dish

ingredients

SERVES 6-8

1 cooking apple, peeled and grated

1 carrot, peeled and grated

1 orange, juice and grated rind

400 g (14 oz) mixed dried fruit

45 ml (3 tbsp) brandy

15 ml (1 tbsp) black treacle

50 g (2 oz) self-raising fl our

pinch of salt

15 ml (1 tbsp) cocoa

5 ml (1 tsp) mixed spice

3 ml (½ tsp) nutmeg

100 g (4 oz) shredded suet

150 g (5 oz) fresh breadcrumbs

50 g (2 oz) mixed peel

50 g (2 oz) flaked almonds

2 eggs, beaten

Dish: 1.3 litre (2. pt) pudding basin lightly greased

Chocolate cheesecake

Place butter in bowl on the base of the oven and melt on HIGH MICROWAVE for 40-50 secs. Stir in biscuits and press into base of flan. Melt chocolate with milk on MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 1-2 mins. Leave to cool slightly. Preheat oven on CONVECTION 150 °C. Mix all the remaining ingredients and stir in chocolate. Pour over biscuit base. Place flan on enamel shelf in lower shelf position and cook on CONVECTION 150 °C for 30-35 mins. Chill before serving.

ingredients

SERVES 6

100 g (4 oz) butter

250 g (9 oz) digestive biscuits, crushed

150 g (5 oz) plain chocolate

30 ml (2 tbsp) milk

450 g (1 lb) soft cheese

100 g (4 oz) soft brown sugar

2 large eggs

5 ml (1 tsp) vanilla essence

Dish: 23 cm (9") deep fl an tin, greased

Accessory: enamel shelf in lower shelf position

ingredients

SERVES 6

700 g(1 lb 8 oz) rhubarb, chopped

3 tbsp ginger jam

3 oranges segmented

Topping:

300 g (11 oz) plain fl our

150g (5 oz) softened butter

150 g(5 oz) demerara sugar

ground ginger to taste

Dish: Large shallow oven

proof Pyrex ^® dish

Oven accessory: glass shelf

on lower shelf position

ingredients

SERVES 8

200 g(7 oz) butter or margarine

200 g(7 oz) dark muscovado sugar

4 eggs, beaten

200 g(7 oz) plain fl our

50 g(2 oz) ground almonds

100 ml (3 fl oz) sherry

75 g (3 oz) candied peel

75 g (3 oz) glace cherries,

roughly chopped

250 g (9 oz) currants

250 g(9 oz) raisins

100 g (4 oz) pecan nuts,

broken into pieces

fi nely grated zest of 1 lemon

7.5 ml (1½ tsp) mixed spice

2.5 ml (½ tsp) vanilla extract

2.5 ml (½ tsp) baking powder

Dish: 20 cm (8") round tin,

greased and lined

Oven accessory: enamel shelf

in lower shelf position

Rhubarb, ginger & orange crumble

Place rhubarb in dish with 1 tbsp water, cover and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 6 mins. Place the jam and the orange segments around the rhubarb. Rub butter into the fl our until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs. Stir in the sugar. Add spices to taste. Sprinkle the crumble over the fruit. Put the glass shelf in the lower shelf position and cook on CONVECTION 230 °C + SIMMER MICROWAVE for 20 mins.

Tip: Alternatively swap rhubarb, ginger jam and oranges for apple and sultanas. Swap ground ginger for mixed spice and cinnamon.

Celebration cake

Prepare the tin by lining with a double layer of greaseproof paper on the inside and tie a double band of greaseproof paper around the outside.

Cream the butter and sugar until pale and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Fold in half the flour using a metal spoon, then fold in the rest. Stir in the almonds. Mix in the sherry, and then add the peel, cherries, raisins, currants, nuts, lemon zest, spice and vanilla. Stir in the baking powder. Spoon mixture into the tin and spread evenly, removing all air pockets. Make a small dip in the centre. Preheat oven on

CONVECTION 140 °C. Place tin on enamel shelf in the lower shelf position and cook on CONVECTION 140 °C for 2 hours or until a skewer inserted in the middle comes out clean. Leave cake to cool in tin. When completely cold wrap well in cling film and foil to store until ready to decorate. The cake will keep for several months.

ingredients

12 little cakes

100 g (4 oz) butter

100g (4 oz) sugar

2 eggs, beaten

100 g (4 oz) self-raising fl our

Dish: 1 baking tray,

32 cm (12") x 24 cm (9")

each with 12 holes +

12 individual paper cases

Oven accessory: enamel

shelf in lower shelf

position

Small cakes

Preheat on CONVECTION 170 °C with the enamel shelf in the lower shelf position. Beat the butter, which has been kept at room temperature, and the sugar until a mousse-like consistency is achieved. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each egg is added. Mix in the flour. Fill individual paper cases two thirds full with the mixture. Place baking tray on enamel shelf. Cook on CONVECTION 170 °C for 20-25 mins.

Cookies

Preheat on CONVECTION 170 °C with wire shelf in upper shelf position. Cream together the butter and sugar until pale, then beat in the egg. Mix in the flour until well combined and add the chosen additions. Place walnut-sized spoonfuls of dough well apart on greased baking tray and enamel shelf, flatten slightly with a fork. Place one baking tray onto the wire shelf in the upper shelf position and the enamel shelf in the lower shelf position and cook for 10-15 mins or until golden. Remove cookies from baking tray and enamel shelf and allow to cool on a wire rack.

Streusel muffi ns

Make streusel topping by melting the butter on HIGH MICROWAVE for 10-20 secs. Add the remaining topping ingredients and combine to make a soft dough. Chill. Sift together the flour, bicarbonate, baking powder and salt. Stir in the sugar. Melt butter for the muffins on HIGH MICROWAVE power for 30 secs - 1 min. Cool slightly then mix in the buttermilk and egg. Preheat on CONVECTION 170 °C with the enamel shelf in the lower shelf position. Lightly stir the buttermilk mixture into the flour mixture. Fold fruit in gently. Divide mixture equally between 6 muffin cases. Crumble small amounts of streusel topping over each muffin. Place muffin tin on enamel shelf and cook on CONVECTION 170 °C for 20-25 mins or until browned and well risen.

Victoria sandwich

Cream butter and sugar until pale and fluffy. Add the eggs a little at a time beating well after each addition. Fold in half the flour, using a metal spoon, then fold in the remaining flour. Spoon the mixture into the tins and level with a knife. Preheat oven on CONVECTION 180 °C. Place one tin in the centre of the enamel shelf and one tin in the centre of the wire shelf. Cook on CONVECTION 180 °C for 20-25 mins or until cooked. Sandwich together with cream and jam and dust with icing sugar or with a filling of your choice.

ingredients

SERVES 12

Basic Cookie Dough:

100 g (4 oz) butter

100 g (4 oz) caster sugar

1 egg, beaten

175 g (6 oz) plain fl our

Variations:

White Chocolate and Pistachio Nut

75 g (3 oz) white chocolate,

chopped

50 g (2 oz) pistachio nuts,

chopped

Chocolate Chunk:

50 g (2 oz) white chocolate,

chopped

50 g (2 oz) dark chocolate,

chopped

Dish: 1 baking tray

30 cm (12") x 21.5 cm (8")

Oven accessory: enamel

shelf in lower shelf position

and wire shelf in upper shelf

position

ingredients

MAKES 6

Streusel topping:

50 g (2 oz) butter

75 g (3 oz) plain flour

30 ml (2 tbsp) granulated sugar

15 ml ground mixed spice

Muffi ns:

200 g (8 oz) plain fl our

3 ml (½ tsp) bicarbonate of soda

10 ml (2 tsp) baking powder

pinch salt

75 g (3 oz) caster sugar

75 g (3 oz) butter

200 ml (7 fl oz) buttermilk

1 medium egg, beaten

100 g (4 oz) fresh berries

Dish: 1 x 6 hole muffi n tin +

6 paper muffi n cases

Oven accessory: enamel

shelf in lower shelf position

ingredients

SERVES 6

175 g (6 oz) butter or margarine

175 g (6 oz) caster sugar

3 eggs

175 g (6 oz) self-raising flour

Dish: 2 x 18 cm (7") cake tins, greased and lined

Oven accessory: enamel

shelf in lower position + wire

shelf in upper position

ingredients

SERVES 8

100 g (4 oz) plain chocolate

100 g (4 oz) butter

4 eggs

100 g (4 oz) icing sugar

50 g (2 oz) self raising fl our

50 g (2 oz) ground almonds

Topping:

50 g (2 oz) butter

25g (1 oz) cocoa powder

30 ml (2 tbsp) milk

225 g (8 oz) icing sugar

Dish: 23 cm (9") round tin, greased and lined

Oven accessory: enamel shelf

in lower shelf position

Chocolate cake

Place chocolate and butter in a bowl. Place on the base of the oven and melt on HIGH MICROWAVE for 1-2 mins. Cool slightly. Whisk eggs and sugar until pale and fluffy and then fold in the chocolate mixture. Fold in the flour and almonds. Spoon the mixture into the tin. Preheat oven on CONVECTION 180 °C. Place tin on enamel shelf in lower shelf position and cook on CONVECTION 180 °C for 40 mins or until cooked. Leave to cool. To make the topping, place butter in a bowl on the base of the oven and melt on HIGH MICROWAVE for 30-40 secs. Stir in the remaining ingredients and beat well until smooth. Spread the topping over the top of the cake.

ingredients

SERVES 6-8

225 g(8 oz) plain fl our

pinch salt

10 ml (2 tsp) ground ginger

10 ml (2 tsp) baking powder

3 ml (1/4 tsp) bicarbonate of soda

100 g (4 oz) soft brown sugar

75 g(3 oz) butter or margarine

75 g(3 oz) treacle

75 g (3 oz) golden syrup

150 ml (¼ pt) milk

1 egg, beaten

Dish: 18 cm (7") square tin

lined with 2 strips of

greaseproof paper to form a

cross

Oven accessory: glass shelf

in lower shelf position

Gingerbread

Sift the flour, salt, ginger, baking powder and bicarbonate of soda into a bowl. Place the sugar, butter, treacle and syrup in a bowl on the base of the oven and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 1 min. Whisk the milk and egg together. Make a well in the centre of the dry ingredients and pour in the liquid and syrup, mixing thoroughly. Pour the mixture into the cake tin. Place tin on glass shelf in lower shelf position and cook on CONVECTION 160 °C + SIMMER MICROWAVE for 15-20 mins. Or until just fi rm.

ingredients

SERVES 8

3 medium eggs, beaten

125 g (4 oz) caster sugar

125 g(4½ oz) plain fl our

Swiss roll

Whisk eggs and sugar together in a heatproof bowl until pale and creamy, and mixture leaves a trail on the surface when the whisk is lifted. Carefully fold in half of the sifted flour, and then fold in the other half. Fold in 15 ml (1 tbsp) of hot water. Tip the tin to allow mixture to run into corners. Preheat oven on CONVECTION 200 °C with wire shelf in lower shelf position. Place tin on wire shelf and cook on CONVECTION 200 °C for 10 mins. Place sheet of greaseproof paper on a damp tea towel and dredge paper with caster sugar. Quickly turn the Swiss roll out onto the greaseproof and carefully remove the baking parchment. Spread with jam or desired filling. Roll up from short side with the aid of the greaseproof paper. Dredge with icing sugar.

Carrot cake

Place all the cake ingredients in a large bowl and mix well. Spoon into tin. Place tin on glass shelf in lower shelf position and cook on CONVECTION 170 °C + SIMMER MICROWAVE for 20-25 mins or until cooked and well risen. Allow to cool in the tin. To make the topping cream the butter and cream cheese until smooth. Stir in sieved icing sugar. Decorate the cooled cake with the cream cheese topping and walnuts.

ingredients

SERVES 8

150 ml (¼ pt) sunflower oil

250 g (9 oz) wholemeal

self-raising fl our

10 ml (2 tsp) baking powder

10 ml (2 tsp) cinnamon

5 ml (1 tsp) nutmeg

150 g(5 oz) light muscovado sugar

50 g (2 oz) walnuts, coarsely

chopped

125 g (4½ oz) carrots, grated

2 ripe bananas, mashed

2 eggs, beaten

Cream Cheese Topping:

75 g (3 oz) butter

100 g (4 oz) cream cheese

225 g (8 oz) icing sugar

chopped walnuts to decorate

Dish: 20 cm (8") square tin, base lined

Oven accessory: glass shelf in lower shelf position

Banana cake

Peel the banana and mash until smooth with the vanilla flavouring. Place the butter and sugar in a bowl. Place on the base of the oven and heat on HIGH MICROWAVE for 1 minute, or until soft. Stir in the flour, salt and bicarbonate of soda. Beat in the eggs and mashed banana. Spoon into the prepared cake tin. Place tin on glass shelf in lower shelf position and cook on CONVECTION 160 °C + WARM MICROWAVE for 17-18 mins. Or until cooked.

ingredients

SERVES 8

1 banana, large

3 ml (½ tsp) vanilla fl avouring

75 g (3 oz) butter

100 g(4 oz) granulated sugar

150 g(5 oz) self-raising fl our

3 ml (½ tsp) salt

2 ml (¼ tsp) bicarbonate of soda

2 eggs

Dish: 20 cm (8") cake tin,

lined with greaseproof paper

Oven accessory: glass shelf

in lower shelf position

Dundee cake

Mix the chopped nuts, fruit, peel and flour together. Cream the fat, sugar and lemon rind until pale and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time. Fold in the dry ingredients. Spoon mixture into tin and hollow out the centre slightly. Split the reserve almonds, and arrange on top. Place tin on glass shelf in lower shelf position and cook on CONVECTION 160 °C + WARM MICROWAVE for 40-45 mins.

ingredients

SERVES 8

100 g(4 oz) currants

100 g(4 oz) sultanas

100 g(4 oz) raisins

50 g (2 oz) whole almonds,

blanched and chopped, reserve

6 whole for decoration

100 g(4 oz) chopped mixed peel

225 g(8 oz) butter or margarine

225 g(8 oz) soft brown sugar

grated rind of one lemon

4 eggs

275 g(10 oz) plain fl our

Dish: 20 cm (8") round tin,

greased and lined

Oven accessory: glass shelf

in lower shelf position

ingredients

SERVES 8

175 g (6 oz) soft margarine

175 g(6 oz) caster sugar

3 eggs, beaten

200 g (7 oz) self raising fl our

3 ml ( 12 tsp) salt

5 ml (1 tsp) mixed spice

45 ml (3 tbsp) Camp coffee

essence

15 ml (1 tbsp) milk

15 ml (1 tbsp) black treacle

75 g(3 oz) chopped walnuts

Icing:

50g (2 oz) soft margarine

225 g(8 oz) icing sugar

30 ml (2 tbsp) Camp coffee

essence

15 ml (1 tbsp) water

Dish: 18 cm (7") round cake

tin, greased and lined

Oven accessory: glass shelf

in lower shelf position

Coffee walnut cake

Cream margarine and sugar until light and fluffy. Gradually beat in the eggs. Fold in the dry ingredients. Add coffee essence, milk, treacle and walnuts. Stir well and spoon into tin. Place tin on glass shelf and cook on CONVECTION 160 °C + SIMMER MICROWAVE for 20-25 mins. Cool and cut in half. Beat all icing ingredients together until smooth. Sandwich cake together with half the icing and spread the remainder over the top. Decorate with whole walnuts.

ingredients

SERVES 8-10

175 g (6 oz) margarine

175 g(6 oz) brown sugar

3 eggs

150 g (5 oz) wholemeal self

raising fl our

100 g(4 oz) self raising fl our

Almond essence

350 g (1 lb) cooking apples

whole weight then peeled,

cored and thinly sliced

Juice of 12 a lemon

25 g(1 oz) brown sugar

2 ml (¼ tsp) nutmeg

3 ml (½ tsp) cinnamon

Slivered almonds

Dish: 20 cm (8") round cake

tin, lined

Oven accessory: glass shelf

in lower shelf position

Spicy apple cake

Cream together margarine and sugar until light and fluffy, gradually add the beaten eggs. Fold in the flours and a few drops of almond essence. In a separate bowl combine apple slices, lemon juice, sugar, nutmeg and cinnamon. Mix well. Place 23 rds of cake mixture into prepared tin. Arrange the drained apple mixture on top, leaving a space around the edge. Top with remaining cake mixture, sprinkle with almonds. Place on glass shelf in lower shelf position and cook on CONVECTION 160 °C + WARM MICROWAVE for 45-50 mins or until cooked.

Chocolate brownies

Put the plain chocolate and butter in a large bowl. Place on the base of the oven and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 3 mins. Leave to cool slightly. Sieve the flour and baking powder into a bowl and set aside. Stir the sugar into the chocolate. Add the eggs and vanilla essence. Fold in the flour and chocolate. Pour the chocolate mixture into the prepared cake tin. Place on glass shelf and cook on CONVECTION 180 °C + SIMMER MICROWAVE for 18 mins. The middle should feel soft when cooked. Allow to cool in the tin. Remove the brownies from the tin and cut into squares.

ingredients

SERVES 10

250 g (9 oz) plain chocolate
250 g (9 oz) unsalted butter
175 g (6 oz) plain flour
5 ml (1 tsp) baking powder
300 g (11 oz) caster sugar
4 large eggs, lightly beaten
5 ml (1 tsp) vanilla essence
75 g (3 oz) milk chocolate, cut into large chunks
75 g (3 oz) white chocolate, cut into large chunks

Dish: bowl, 20 x 20 x 4 cm (8"x 8" x 2") tin lined with lightly buttered greaseproof paper

Oven accessory: glass shelf lower shelf position

Fruit scones

Sift the flour, salt and baking powder together. Rub in fat until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs. Add sugar and sultanas. Make a well in the centre and stir in enough milk to form a soft dough. Knead lightly. Pat out to 2 cm (3/4") thick and cut into 10 rounds with a 5 cm (2") cutter. Preheat oven on CONVECTION 210 °C with wire shelf in upper position. Place the rounds on the baking sheet and enamel shelf and brush with beaten egg. Place enamel shelf in lower position and baking sheet on wire shelf. Cook on CONVECTION 210 °C for 12-15 mins or until cooked and golden brown.

ingredients

SERVES 10

225 g (8 oz) self-raising flour pinch salt 5 ml (1 tsp) baking powder 50 g (2 oz) butter 25 g (1 oz) caster sugar 50 g (2 oz) sultanas 75 ml (5 tbsp) milk beaten egg to glaze

Dish: bowl, baking sheet 32 x 23 cm (12" x 9") greased and enamel shelf greased Oven accessory: enamel shelf in lower shelf position and wire shelf in upper shelf position

ingredients

SERVES 8

250 g (9 oz) butter

275 g (10 oz) golden syrup

75 g (3 oz) light muscovado sugar

425 g (15 oz) porridge oats

Dish: bowl, 30 x 20 x 3.5 cm

(12"x 8"x 1") tin lined with

lightly buttered greaseproof

paper

Oven accessory: enamel

shelf in lower shelf position

ingredients

SERVES 10

Shortbread:

225 g (8 oz) plain fl our

75 g (3 oz) caster sugar

175 g(6 oz) unsalted butter

Caramel:

200 g(7 oz)butter

397 g (14 oz) unsweetened

condensed milk

60 ml (4 tbsp) golden syrup

Topping:

300 g (11 oz) milk or dark

chocolate in chunks

30 ml (2 tbsp) vegetable oil

Dish: bowl 28 x 17 cm (11" x 7")

cake tin, greased and lined

Oven accessory: enamel shelf

in lower shelf position

Flapjack

Place the butter, syrup and sugar into bowl. Place on the base of the oven and cook on MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 4-5 mins. Stir the oats into the butter and press the mixture into the tin. Preheat the oven on CONVECTION 180 °C. Place tin on enamel shelf and cook on CONVECTION 180 °C for 25 mins. Leave to cool in the tin for 5 mins. then mark into 18 pieces. Allow to cool completely before removing from the tin.

Millionaires shortbread

Place flour and sugar in a bowl and rub in butter. Press dough into tin. Preheat oven on CONVECTION 170 °C on enamel shelf in lower shelf position. Prick shortbread with a fork and cook on CONVECTION 170 °C for 5 mins, then reduce temperature to 150 °C for 30-40 mins. Remove from oven when shortbread has a golden colour and leave to cool in tin. Remove shelf. Place butter for caramel in a bowl and melt on HIGH MICROWAVE for 1-2 mins. Add condensed milk and syrup. Whisk until thoroughly mixed and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 10 mins. Stir mixture every minute to prevent burning. Caramel should have thickened, allow to cool slightly. Pour caramel over shortbread. Place chocolate and oil in a large bowl and melt on HIGH MICROWAVE for 1-2 mins. Stir, allow to cool slightly. Pour chocolate on caramel and chill.

Standard bread/bread rolls

In a large bowl, combine the flour, yeast and salt. Rub in the butter or margarine. Add the warm water then mix to a dough. Turn onto a floured surface and knead for 10 mins. For 1 loaf mould into the desired shape on the greased enamel shelf. For rolls divide into 8 and shape into rolls. Place on the greased enamel shelf. Cover and prove until the dough has doubled in size in a warm place or place in the oven to prove on CONVECTION 40 °C. Preheat on CONVECTION 200 °C. Glaze bread with beaten egg and sprinkle with seeds, if desired. Place enamel shelf in oven in the lower shelf position and cook on CONVECTION 200 °C for 25-30 mins for a loaf or 15-20 mins for rolls or until golden.

Pizza

Cook the finely sliced onions and garlic in a bowl, with the olive oil, for 3-4 minutes on HIGH MICROWAVE. Leave to cool. Using your hands, spread out the dough in the enamel shelf without making a raised edge. Spread on the sauce, onions, oregano and season, covering all the dough well. Cook on CONVECTION 220 °C for 10-15 mins. Then add other ingredients according to taste, cheese, anchovies, olives, bacon pieces etc. and continue cooking on CONVECTION 220 °C for 8-10 minutes.

Focaccia

In a large bowl, combine the flour, yeast and salt. Gradually add the olive oil and 3-5 tbsp of warm water until you have soft dough. Turn onto a floured surface and knead for 10 mins. Place in a greased bowl, cover and prove until the dough has doubled in size in a warm place or on CONVECTION 40 °C. Knock back the dough and knead again for a few minutes. Press the dough onto a greased 25 cm round tin, cover and prove in a warm place or on CONVECTION 40 °C for approximately 30 mins. Preheat on CONVECTION 190 °C with the enamel shelf in the lower shelf position. Dimple the surface of the dough. Drizzle with a little extra olive oil and sprinkle with course sea salt. Cook on CONVECTION 190 °C for 20-25 mins or until golden. Carefully remove from the tin and leave to cool on a rack.

Sun dried tomato rolls

In a large bowl, combine the flour, yeast and salt, stir in the tomatoes. Gradually add the olive oil, passata and 3-5 tbsp of warm water until you have soft dough. Tum onto a floured surface and knead for 10 mins. Divide dough into 6 and place on enamel shelf. Prove until dough has doubled in size in a warm place or on CONVECTION 40 °C. Preheat on CONVECTION 220 °C. Drizzle with a little extra olive oil and sprinkle with course sea salt. Cook on CONVECTION 220 °C for 15-20 mins or until golden.

ingredients

Serves 1 loaf or 8 rolls

450 g (1 lb) strong bread flour 1 sachet dried yeast
5 ml salt
15 g butter or margarine 275 ml (10 fl oz) warm water

For Wholemeal Bread

Use 225 g (8 oz) each of whole-meal and strong white bread flour

For Granary Bread

Use 450 g (1 lb) granary fl our instead of strong white bread fl our

Oven accessory: enamel shelf in lower shelf position

ingredients

SERVES 2-4

2 onions, finely sliced 3 garlic cloves, crushed

1 tbsp olive oil

1 roll of pizza dough

150 g (5 oz) tomato sauce

1 tbsp oregano

100 g (4 oz) grated mozzarella salt, pepper

Dish: 1 bowl

Oven accessory: enamel shelf in middle shelf position

ingredients

SERVES 1 loaf

400 g (14 oz) strong bread flour
1 sachet dried yeast
10 ml (2 tsp) salt
75 g (5 tbsp) olive oil
10 ml (2 tsp) curse sea salt

Dish: 25 cm round tin

Oven accessory: Enamel shelf in lower shelf position

ingredients

SERVES 6 rolls

250 g (9 oz) strong bread flour
7 ml (1 tsp) sachet dried yeast
5 ml (1 tsp) salt
25 g (1 oz) sun-dried tomatoes, roughly chopped
45 ml (3 tbsp) olive oil
75 ml (3 fl oz) passata
75 ml (3 fl oz) warm water
5 ml (1 tsp) olive oil

Oven accessory: enamel shelf in lower shelf position, greased

Sterilizing jars

Jam jars can be sterilized by microwave ready for your jams. Half fi ll with water and heat them on HIGH power until water boils (approx 3 mins for 2 jars). Empty and drain upside down on kitchen paper. The jars should be warm when fi lled with jam.

If you wish to cook larger quantities than given in the recipes below, revert to the traditional hob method, using a traditional recipe.

Dish size

Always use a very large pyrex bowl. DO NOT attempt to use jam pans or saucepans in your microwave.

DO NOT LEAVE JAMS UNATTENDED DURING COOKING BECAUSE OF THE HIGH SUGAR CONTENT.

Stirring - Important

Sauces/gravy should be thoroughly stirred before, during and after cooking, to avoid any eruptions and to result in a smooth sauce.

Covering

Do not cover preserves whilst cooking, apart from if recommended in the recipe.

WE DO NOT RECOMMEND THAT YOU USE YOUR MICROWAVE TO STERILIZE BABIES' BOTTLES.

DO NOT SEAL PRESERVING JARS IN YOUR MICROWAVE.

Setting point

To determine whether setting point is reached, place a couple of drops of jam or marmalade on a cold saucer (put one in the fridge whilst making the jam). Leave to cool. The jam should wrinkle on the surface when your finger pushes across the top.

ingredients

Makes approx. 2-2½ lb jam 675 g (1½ lb) plums or damsons 200 ml (7 fl oz) water 675 g (1½ lb) jam sugar 30 ml (2 tbsp) lemon juice 5 ml (1 tsp) butter

Dish: large Pyrex® bowl

Plum jam

Prick the plums and place in a large bowl with the water. Place on the base of the oven and cook on MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 10 mins or until the fruit is soft. Add the rest of the ingredients and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 5 mins stirring frequently. Wash down any sugar crystals from around the bowl and bring to the boil on HIGH MICROWAVE. Continue to cook on HIGH MICROWAVE until setting point is reached approx. 25-30 mins. Leave to cool slightly, remove the stones, then pot, seal and label.

ingredients

Makes approx. 2 lb

675 g (1½ lb) tomatoes 225 g(8 oz) cooking apples, peeled and sliced

1 medium onion, chopped 100 g (4 oz) granulated sugar 30 ml (2 tbsp) tomato puree 5 ml (1 tsp) salt

200 ml (7 fl oz) white wine vinegar

10 ml (2 tsp) ground ginger 2 ml (¼ tsp) cayenne pepper 3 ml (½ tsp) mustard powder

Dish: large Pyrex® bowl

Tomato chutney

Prick the tomatoes and place in a bowl. Cover with boiling water and leave for 5 mins. Drain. Peel off skin and roughly chop flesh. Blend apple and onion in a food processor to a thick puree. Combine all ingredients together in a bowl. Cover, place on base of oven and cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 25-30 mins. Stirring occasionally, or until the mixture is thick with no excess liquid. Leave to stand for 10 mins then stir and pour into sterilized jars. Cover and label.

Red onion marmalade

Put oil in bowl with onions cover with a lid or pierced cling film. Place on the base of the oven and cook on MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 10 mins stirring halfway. Add all other ingredients and mix well. Cover and cook on MEDIUM MICROWAVE for 30-35 mins. Cool slightly, then pour into a clean, sterilized jar. Allow to cool thoroughly before chilling.

ingredients

Makes 1½ lb

45 ml (3 tbsp) olive oil

4 large red onions halved

and thinly sliced

50 g (2 oz) Demerara sugar

100 g (4 oz) sultanas

300 ml (½ pint) red wine

125 ml (4 fl oz) red wine vinegar

Dish: large Pyrex® bowl

Soft fruit jam

Place all ingredients in a large bowl. Cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 5 mins (10-15 mins if using frozen fruit). Stir occasionally. Continue to cook until sugar has dissolved. Wash down any sugar crystals from around the bowl. Bring mixture to the boil on HIGH MICROWAVE. Continue to cook until setting point is reached approx. 15-20 mins. Leave to cool slightly, stir then pot, seal and label.

ingredients

SERVES 2-2 ^1/2 lbs

450 g (1 lb) soft fruit, washed

450 g (1 lb) caster sugar

3 ml (2 tbsp) lemon juice

5 ml (1 tsp) butter

Dish: Large Pyrex®bowl

Lemon curd

Place all the ingredients in the bowl and mix together well. Cook on HIGH MICROWAVE for 5-6 minutes, stirring every minute to begin with then every 30 seconds once the mixture starts to thicken. When the mixture stays on the back of the spoon, stop cooking, before the eggs cook too much. The mixture will continue to thicken as it cools. Fill the jars while the curd is hot, close them and turn them over. Keep the lemon curd in the fridge.

ingredients

Makes 2 jars

4 untreated lemons, the juice and zest of

400 g (14 oz) crystalised sugar

4 beaten eggs

100 g (4 oz) butter

Dish: 1 Pyrex® bowl,

2 litre (3.5 pt) capacity

Questions & answers

Q: Why won't my oven turn on?

A: When the oven does not turn on, check the following:

1. Is the oven plugged in securely? Remove the plug from the outlet, wait 10 seconds and reinsert.

2. Check the circuit breaker and the fuse Reset the circuit breaker or replace the fuse if it is tripped or blown.

3. If the circuit breaker or fuse is all right, plug another appliance into the outlet. If the other appliance works, there probably is a problem with the oven. If the other appliance does not work, there probably is a problem with the outlet.

If it seems that there is a problem with the oven, contact an authorized Service Centre.

Q: My oven causes interference with my TV. Is this normal?

A: Some radio and TV interference might occur when you cook with the oven. This interference is similar to the interference caused by small appliances such as mixers, vacuums, blow dryers, etc. It does not indicate a problem with your oven.

Q: The oven won't accept my program. Why?

A: The oven is designed not to accept an incorrect program. For example, the oven will not accept a fourth stage.

Q: Sometimes warm air comes from the oven vents. Why?

A: The heat given off from the cooking food warms the air in the oven cavity. This warmed air is carried out of the oven by the air flow pattern in the oven. There are no microwaves in the air. The oven vents should never be blocked during cooking.

Q. I can't so, an auto cook program and 'HOT' appears in the display. Why?

A: If the oven has previously been used and it is too hot to be used on an Auto Sensor Cook Program, 'HOT' will appear in the display window. After the 'HOT' disappears, the Auto Sensor Cook Programs may be used. If in a hurry, cook food manually by selecting the correct cooking mode and cooking time yourself.

Q. Can I use a conventional oven thermometer in the oven?

A: Only when you are using GRILL/CONVECTION/TURBO-BAKE cooking mode. The metal in some thermometers may cause arcing in your oven and should not be used on MICROWAVE and COMBINATION cooking modes.

Q There are humming and clicking noses from my oven when I cook by COMBINATION. What is causing these noises?

A: The noises occur as the oven automatically switches from MICROWAVE power to GRILL/CONVECTION to create the combination setting. This is normal.

Q: My oven has an colour and generalos smoke when using the COMPRINATION and GRI function. Why?

A: After repeated use, it is recommended to clean the oven and then run the oven without food. This will burn off any food, residue or oil which may cause an odour and/or smoking.

Questions & answers

Q: The oven steps cooking by microwave and 'H97' or 'H98' appears in the display. Why?

A: This display indicates a problem with the microwave generation system. Please contact an authorised Service Centre.

Q: The fan continues to rotate after cooking. Why?

A: After using oven, the fan motor may rotate to cool the electrical components. This is normal and you can continue using the oven at this time.

Q: Can I check the pre-sol oven temperature while cooking or prohealing by Oven?

A: Yes. Touch Convection and the oven temperature will appear in the display window for 2 seconds.

Q: "DLMO MODL PRLSS ANY KLY" appears in the display and the oven does not cook. Why?

A: The oven has been programmed in DEMO MODE. This mode is designed for retail store display. Deactivate this mode by touch Micro Power once and Stop/Cancel 4 times.

Q: Can I use a conventional oven thermometer in the oven?

A: Only when you are using GRILL/CONVECTION/TURBO-BAKE cooking mode. The metal in some thermometers may cause arcing in your oven and should not be used on MICROWAVE and COMBINATION cooking modes.

Q: The operation guide has disappeared on my display, I can only see numbers?

A: The operation guide was turned off by tapping Timer/Clock 4 times. When colon or time of day is displayed, touch Timer/Clock 4 times to turn the operation guide back on.

Q: The control panel keys do not respond when tapped. Why?

A: Ensure the oven is plugged in. The oven may be in stand-by mode. Open and close the door to activate.

Technical specifications

Rated Voltage: 230-240 V 50 Hz

Operating Frequency: 2450 MHz

Input Power: Max 2700 W

Microwave 990 W

Grill 1330 W

Convection 1380 W

Output Power: 1000 W (IEC-60705)

Grill 1300 W

Convection 1350 W

Outer Dimensions:

494 mm (W) x 438 mm (D) x 390 mm (H)

Oven Cavity Dimensions:

410 mm (W) x 320 mm (D) x 250 mm (H)

Weight: without internal accessories 20 kg Noise: 56 dB

Weight and Dimensions shown are approximate.

This product is an equipment that fulfi lls the European standard for EMC disturbances (EMC = Electromagnetic Compatibility) EN 55011. According to this standard this product is an equipment of group 2, class B and is within required limits. Group 2 means that radio-frequency energy is intentionally generated in the form of electromagnetic radiation for warming up of foods. Class B means that this product may be used in normal household areas.

Information on Disposal for Users of Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (private households)

This symbol on the products and/or accompanying documents means that used electrical and

electronic products should not be mixed with general household waste.

For proper treatment, recovery and recycling, please take these products to designated collection points, where they will be accepted on a free of charge basis. Alternatively, in some countries you may be able to return your products to your local retailer upon the purchase of an equivalent new product.

Disposing of this product correctly will help to save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment which could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling. Please contact your local authority for further details of your nearest designated collection point.

Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with national legislation.

For business users in the

European Union

If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment, please contact your dealer or supplier for further information.

Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union

This symbol is only valid in the European Union.

If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correctmethod of disposal.

Manufactured by:

Panasonic Appliances Microwave Oven (Shanghai) Co., Ltd 888, 898 Longdong Road.

Pudong, Shanghai, 201203, China.

Imported by:

Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH

Contact:

Panasonic Testing Centre

Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany.

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