Panasonic NN-CT579S Operating Instructions & Cookery Book
  1. Manuals
  2. Brands
  3. Panasonic Manuals
  4. Microwave Oven
  5. NN-CT579S
  6. Operating instructions & cookery book

Panasonic NN-CT579S Operating Instructions & Cookery Book

Hide thumbs Also See for NN-CT579S:
Table of Contents

Advertisement

Quick Links

See also: Service Manual
Operating Instructions & Cookery Book

Microwave Oven

Model No.
NN-CT552W
NN-CT562M
NN- CT579S
For domestic use only
Please read carefully and keep for future reference
IP2784_37X60BP_00_091016.pdf
1
2009-10-16
15:41:39

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading

Related Manuals for Panasonic NN-CT579S

Summary of Contents for Panasonic NN-CT579S

  • Page 1: Microwave Oven

    Operating Instructions & Cookery Book Microwave Oven Model No. NN-CT552W NN-CT562M NN- CT579S For domestic use only Important safety instructions Please read carefully and keep for future reference IP2784_37X60BP_00_091016.pdf 2009-10-16 15:41:39...

  • Page 2: Standard Conversion Chart

    – 1 litre ¤ COOKERY ADVICE LINE 01344 862108 Customer Care Centre 0844 844 3899 Selected Spares and Accessories: Order direct on line at www.panasonic.co.uk or by telephoning the Customer Care Centre number above. IP2784_37X60BP_00_091016.pdf IP2784_37X60BP_00_091016.pdf 2009-10-16 2009-10-16 15:41:39 15:41:39...
  • Page 3 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...
  • Page 4 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.
  • Page 5 and understands the hazards of improper use. For Countertop use: Allow 15 cm of space on the top of the oven, 10 cm at the back, 5 cm on one side, and the other side must be opened more than 40 cm. When heating food in plastic or paper containers, check the oven frequently as these types of containers ignite if...
  • Page 6 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.
  • Page 7 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 combination use. Young children should be kept away.
  • Page 8 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.

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Welcome to Panasonic microwave cooking Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic microwave oven. Even if this is not your first microwave oven, do please read the opening chapters of this cookbook to achieve perfect results every time. This microwave oven has the benefit of the Inverter technology. This has been in use with microwave ovens in Japan for many years, improving the cooking performance of the oven.

  • Page 10: Important Safety Instructions

    N or coloured A replacement fuse BLACK. cover can be purchased from your local Panasonic Dealer. The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal in the plug which How to replace the fuse is marked with the letter L or coloured RED.

  • Page 11: Unpacking Your Oven

    Unpacking your oven Examine your oven 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 Your receipt is your guarantee, please keep it in a safe place.

  • Page 12: Before Using Your Oven

    Caution: Hot surfaces Hot surfaces 2. Children should be kept away from the oven at all times and should only be Exterior oven surfaces, including air allowed to operate the oven under vents on the cabinet and the oven door, supervision.

  • Page 13: Care And Cleaning

    Care & cleaning of your microwave 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.

  • Page 14: Maintenance Of Your Oven

    Maintenance of your oven Service WHEN YOUR OVEN REQUIRES A SERVICE call your local Panasonic engineer (Customer 0844 844 3899 Care Centre on who can recommend an engineer). 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.

  • Page 15: Parts Of Your Oven

    Parts of your oven 1. Do not operate the oven without the roller ring and glass turntable in place. 2. Only use the glass turntable specifically designed for this oven. Do not substitute with any other glass turntable. 3. If glass turntable is hot, allow to cool before cleaning or placing in water. 4.
  • Page 16 Parts of your oven Glass turntable The glass turntable and roller ring are the only accessories used for microwave cooking. Door safety lock system See-through oven window Heating elements Caution label Caution label External air vents Microwave feed guide (Do not remove) Control panel Power supply cord Power supply plug...

  • Page 17: Important Information

    Important information – read carefully Safety If smoke or a fire occurs in the oven, press Stop/Cancel pad 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 first checking the food.

  • Page 18: Meat Thermometer

    Important Information – read carefully 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. Liquids. Liquids and other foods must not be heated in sealed containers since they are liable to explode.
  • Page 19 Important information – read carefully 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.

  • Page 20: Microwaving Principles

    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. How Microwaves cook food Reflection The microwaves bounce off the metal walls and the metal door screen.

  • Page 21: General Guidelines

    General guidelines Standing time Dense foods e.g. meat, jacket potatoes and cakes, require a STANDING TIME (inside or outside of the oven) after cook ing, to allow heat to finish con ducting to cook the centre completely. • MEAT JOINTS – Stand 15 mins. wrapped in aluminium foil. •...
  • Page 22 General guidelines 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 es cape. Eggs, potatoes, apples, sausages etc., will all need to be pierced before cooking.
  • Page 23 General guidelines 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 a square container.
  • Page 24 General guidelines Covering Foods cook more quickly and evenly if spaced apart. NEVER pile foods on top of each other. Arranging Individual foods e.g. chicken portions or chops, should be placed on a dish so that the thicker parts are to the outside. Starting temperature Food temperature should be between 5-8 c before cooking.
  • Page 25 General guidelines Liquids All liquids must be stirred before and after during 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. Remove metal spoon when microwaving.

  • Page 26: Containers To Use

    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 con tainer is suitable for use in your microwave, check by the follow ing test: 1.
  • Page 27 Containers to use 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. Foil/metal containers NEVER ATTEMPT TO COOK IN FOIL OR METAL con tai ners on Microwave only as the microwaves cannot pass through...
  • Page 28 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. ®...

  • Page 29: Control Panels

    Control panels NN-CT579S / NN-CT552W / NN-CT562M * Display window Time pads Auto Weight Microwave programs Auto Weight Combination programs Auto Weight Defrost programs (Chaos Defrost) Microwave Power pad Grill Pad Convection pad Combination pad Timer or Delay/Stand pad: Timer pad (for CT552W and CT562M)

  • Page 30: Operating Instructions

    Let’s start to use your oven Plug in NN-CT579S / NN-CT552W / NN-CT562M * Plug into a 13 amp fused electrical socket. You will be reminded to read your operating instructions. Press clock pad Set clock as a 24hr clock. Set time using time pads.

  • Page 31: Setting The Clock

    Setting the clock Example of how to set 11.25am. Press eleven Press twice times Clock Clock Press five times Inoperable Press clock pad Press time pads Press clock pad “SET TIME” will appear in the Enter time of day by pressing Colon stops blinking.
  • Page 32 Microwave cooking and defrosting Accessory to use: When using your oven on MICROWAVE only, the glass turntable provided must always be in position. DO NOT attempt to use microwave only with any metal accessory in the oven. DO NOT place food directly onto the turntable except in the case of jacket potatoes cooked by MICROWAVE only.
  • Page 33 Auto weight defrost programs This feature allows you to defrost minced meat, chops, chicken portions, meat joints and bread. The CHAOS defrost pad should be pressed to select the correct category and then enter in the weight of the food in grams or pounds and ounces using the appropriate pads (See page 30). Foods should be placed in a suitable dish, whole chickens and joints of meat should be on an upturned saucer or on a rack.

  • Page 34: Defrosting Guidelines

    Auto weight defrost programs Category 1 Bread The Bread Program is suitable for defrosting small items e.g. rolls, buns and slices of bread which are required for immediate use. Small items may feel warm immediately after defrosting. Loaves can also be defrosted on this program but these will require standing time to allow the centre to thaw out.
  • Page 35 Defrosting using defrost power & time By selecting the DEFROST power level from turntable will turn. The automatic stand times the microwave power pad, and setting a time, ensure a more even defrost but it is still you can defrost food in your microwave. The necessary to allow for standing time before biggest challenge is getting the inside use.
  • Page 36 IP2784_37X60BP_00_091016.pdf 2009-10-16 15:41:43...
  • Page 37 IP2784_37X60BP_00_091016.pdf 2009-10-16 15:41:43...

  • Page 38: Delay / Stand

    Using the Delay/Stand feature The Delay/Stand or Timer pad is used as a timing pad either before, during or after a cooking program. When the Delay/Stand or Timer pad is selected with a time, there is no microwave power in the oven during this time.
  • Page 39 Grilling The Quartz Grill system on the oven gives fast efficient cooking for a wide variety of foods e.g. chops, sausages, steak, toast, oven chips etc. DO NOT PREHEAT THE GRILL BEFORE USE. The metal tray must be on the glass turntable when using. Inoperable Start Grill 1 - 2 - 3...
  • Page 40 Grilling Oven accessories to use When grilling foods the glass turntable should be in position, with the metal tray and the wire rack on top. Place food on wire rack on the metal tray on the turntable. The wire rack will allow fat to drip through into the metal tray to reduce excess splatter and smoke when grilling steaks, chops and other fatty foods.

  • Page 41: Convection Cooking

    Convection cooking Your combination oven can be used in convection mode which incorporates a heating element with a fan. For best results always place food in a preheated oven. The metal tray must be on the glass turntable when preheating. Start Start Convection...
  • Page 42 Convection cooking Oven accessories to use When using the Convection oven the glass turntable should be in position and must have the metal tray placed on top. The food is then placed onto the metal tray. Follow your individual recipe guidelines. Baking: glass Roasting meat: turntable, metal...

  • Page 43: Combination Cooking

    Combination cooking Preheat if necessary Grill 1 - 2 - 3 Start Combination Micr o Power Convection Press Combination Select first cooking Select microwave Press if preheating.* pad. The grill mode. The power. Options Convection only. convection microwave symbol available depend on symbols will appear will appear.
  • Page 44 Combination 1. Convection and Microwave This is the most popular combination mode combining Convection heat with Microwave Power. Casseroles, meat joints, jacket potatoes and pastries are very successful using this combination. Unsuitable foods are those which contain whisked eggs, meringues, rich fruit cakes, biscuits and yorkshire puddings.
  • Page 45 Combination 1. Convection and Microwave Oven accessories to use When using Combination cooking the glass turntable should be in position and must have the metal tray on top, unless otherwise stated. Items of food can be placed onto the wire rack on the metal tray on the glass turntable.
  • Page 46 Combination 1. Convection and Microwave Guidelines • Food is usually cooked UNCOVERED. • After cooking it is important that the 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.
  • Page 47 Combination 2. Grill and Microwave It is NOT necessary to preheat when using This Combination mode is suitable for foods this Combination mode and food should which are normally grilled and for reheating small savoury items. always be cooked uncovered. Do not use this program with less than 200 g The Grill will glow on and off during cooking - (7 oz) of food.
  • Page 48 Combination 2. Grill and Microwave Oven accessories to use When using Combination cooking the glass turntable should be in position and must have the metal tray on top, unless otherwise stated. Food should be placed directly onto the wire rack on the metal tray.

  • Page 49: Combination Cooking

    Combination 2. Grill and Microwave For advice on cooking times refer to cooking charts and recipes in this book. Foods should always be cooked until browned and piping hot. CAUTION: 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.

  • Page 50: Auto Weight Programs

    Auto weight cook programs This feature allows you to cook or reheat ten foods by setting the weight only. The oven determines the Microwave power level and/or Combination setting, then the cooking time automatically. Select the category of food and then just enter the weight. The weight can be entered in grams or pounds and ounces.
  • Page 51 Guidelines for use The auto weight programs are designed to take the guesswork out of cooking or reheating your food. They must ONLY be used for the foods described. 1. Only cook foods within the weight ranges described (see table below). 2.
  • Page 52 Auto weight cook programs Auto Programs must ONLY be used for the foods described below. Programs 1-6 use Microwave power only, Programs 7-10 use a Combination program of Microwave and Convection and/or Grill. *IMPORTANT NOTE: These programs are not suitable for foods that cannot be stirred e.g. lasagne / shepherds pie.
  • Page 53 Auto weight cook programs 5 Fresh fish To cook FRESH fish. Shield the thinner portions. Place in a shallow container on turntable. Add 15 ml (1tbsp) liquid. Cover with pierced cling film or lid. Press the pad once. Enter the weight.
  • Page 54 Auto weight combination programs It is necessary to preheat the oven for programs 8-10 (Frozen potato products, whole chicken, frozen pizza). See below for operation. down Start Start • Press Start. • Select the Fresh • Press the start pad •...

  • Page 55: Cooking And Reheating Guidelines

    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 and NOT leftover. Always check food is piping hot and return to oven if necessary. As a general rule, always cover wet foods, e.g.
  • Page 56 Cooking and reheating guidelines Mince pies - caution REMEMBER even if the pastry is cold to the touch, the filling 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 filling.
  • Page 57 The times given in the charts below are a guideline only, and will vary depending on STARTING temperature, dish size etc. HEATING CATEGORY The IEC (60705) Your oven is Heating Category E and this is displayed on the power output (watts) 1000W front of your oven door.
  • Page 58 Weight/ Power Time to Food Instructions/Guidelines Quality Level Select (approx) CANNED BEANS, PASTA 220 g HIGH 2 mins. Place in a heatproof bowl on turntable. Cover. Baked beans 415 g HIGH 3 mins. Baked beans & Place in a heatproof bowl on turntable. Cover 420 g HIGH 3-4 mins.
  • Page 59 Weight/ Power Time to Food Instructions/Guidelines Quantity Level Select (approx) CANNED VEGETABLES – Drain where appropriate Carrots, whole 410 g HIGH 3 mins. Place in a heatproof bowl on turntable. Cover. Peas, mushy 300 g HIGH 2 mins. Place in a heatproof bowl on turntable. Cover. Stir halfway. Peas, garden 550 g HIGH...
  • Page 60 Weight/ Power Time to Food Instructions/Guidelines Quantity Level Select (approx) HOMEMADE MEAT DISHES Casserole for 2 700 g HIGH 6-8 mins. Place in a heatproof dish on turntable. Cover. HIGH Place in a heatproof dish on turntable. Cover. Casserole for 4 1 kg 10-15 mins.
  • Page 61 Weight Power Time to Food Instructions/Guidelines Quantity Level Select (approx) Combi: Place on wire rack on metal tray on turntable. Sausage roll 270 g (2) 8-9 mins. 220°C + WARM power Do not cover. Xmas mince pies 90 g (2) HIGH power 10-20 secs.
  • Page 62 Weight Power Time to Food Instructions/Guidelines Quantity Level Select (approx) PURCHASED CONVENIENCE FOODS – CHILLED N.B. Transfer food from foil container to a similar sized heat-proof dish. Convection: Breaded mushrooms 310 g 15 mins. Place on metal tray on wire rack on turntable. 220°C HIGH power or Place on turntable.
  • Page 63 Weight Power Time to Food Instructions/Guidelines Quantity Level Select (approx) PURCHASED CONVENIENCE FOODS – FROZEN – N.B. Transfer food from foil container to a similar sized heat-proof dish. Plastic dishes designed for microwave and conventional ovens may be used with care. Place on metal tray on wire rack on turntable.
  • Page 64 Weight/ Choice of Time Food Instructions/Guidelines Quantity Cooking Modes (mins.) BREAD – Frozen Part-baked rolls 200 g (4) Combi: 15-20 mins. Place on metal tray on turntable. 220°C + SIMMER power Part-baked Combi: 170 g (1) 10-12 mins. Place on metal tray on turntable. 220°C + SIMMER power Garlic baguette BACON –...
  • Page 65 Cooking charts IP2784_37X60BP_00_091016.pdf 2009-10-16 15:41:46...
  • Page 66 Cooking charts IP2784_37X60BP_00_091016.pdf 2009-10-16 15:41:46...
  • Page 67 Weight/ Choice of Time Food Instructions/Guidelines Quantity Cooking Modes (mins.) EGGS – Poached. Water 45 ml HIGH power 40 secs. MEDIUM power 50 secs. • Place water in a small bowl and heat for 1st cooking time. Water 90 ml HIGH power 1 min.
  • Page 68 Cooking charts IP2784_37X60BP_00_091016.pdf 2009-10-16 15:41:46...
  • Page 69 Cooking charts IP2784_37X60BP_00_091016.pdf 2009-10-16 15:41:46...
  • Page 70 Weight/ Choice of Time Food Instructions/Guidelines Quantity Cooking Modes (mins.) PASTA - Place in a large 3 litre (6 pint) microwave safe bowl. Twists 225 g HIGH power 8-10 mins. Use 1 litre (1 pt) boiling water. Add 15 ml oil. Cover. Stir halfway. Macaroni 225 g HIGH power...
  • Page 71 Cooking charts IP2784_37X60BP_00_091016.pdf 2009-10-16 15:41:46...
  • Page 72 Weight/ Choice of Time Food Instructions/Guidelines Quantity Cooking Modes (mins.) POTATO PRODUCTS part cooked – FROZEN Croquettes 300 g GRILL 1 15-18 mins. Place on metal tray on wire rack on turntable. Turn halfway. Hash browns 300 g (7) GRILL 1 12-15 mins.
  • Page 73 Weight/ Choice of Time Food Instructions/Guidelines Quantity Cooking Modes (mins.) SAUSAGES from raw – CAUTION: Hot Fat! Remove accessory with care. Thick 454 g (8) GRILL 1 17-18 mins. Place on wire rack on metal tray on turntable. Turn halfway. TURKEY 12-14 mins.
  • Page 74 Weight/ Choice of Time Food Instructions/Guidelines Quantity Cooking Modes (mins.) FRESH VEGETABLES – Place in shallow micro-safe dish. Corn on the cob 450 g HIGH power 6-7 mins. Leeks - sliced 450 g HIGH power 7-8 mins. Mushrooms 450 g HIGH power 5 mins.
  • Page 75 Weight/ Choice of Time Food Instructions/Guidelines Quantity Cooking Modes (mins.) FROZEN VEGETABLES – Place in shallow micro-safe dish. Beans - broad 450 g HIGH power 8 mins. Beans - green 450 g HIGH power 8-9 mins. Brocolli 450 g HIGH power 9 mins.
  • Page 76 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.

  • Page 77: Soups And Starters

    Soups and starters Ingredients Carrot & orange soup Serves 4 25 g (1 oz) butter 1 medium onion coarsely chopped Dish 3 litre (6pt) bowl Oven Accessory: glass turntable 700 g (1 Ib) carrots 1. Place the butter and onion in a large bowl. cook on HIGH thickly sliced power for 3-4 mins.
  • Page 78 ngredients Baked stuffed tomatoes Serves 4 4 beef tomatoes seasoning 3 ml ( tsp) dried basil Dish: Shallow heatproof dish 4 eggs Oven accessory: glass turntable + metal tray 200 g (7 oz) mozzarella cheese 1. Slice the tops off the tomatoes. Deseed, scoop out the centre and discard.
  • Page 79 Ingredients Pork and chicken terrine Serves 4-6 250 g (9 oz) streaky unsmoked bacon, derinded 225 g (8 oz) pork fillet Dish: 900 g (2 lb) Pyrex loaf dish ® 225 g (8 oz) chicken breast Oven accessory: glass turntable + metal tray 1 onion, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic 1.
  • Page 80 Fish Fish cooks very well by micro wave as it stays moist and the lingering fish smells left in conventional ovens are avoided. When is fish cooked? Fish is cooked when it flakes easily and becomes opaque. For fish 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 for 20 mins.
  • Page 81 ngredients Tuna fish cakes Serves 4 350 g (12 oz) peeled potatoes 25 g (1 oz) butter Oven accessory: glass turntable + metal tray + wire rack 1 small onion, finely chopped 1. Cook potatoes with 45 ml (3 tbsp) water, covered on HIGH 200 g (7 oz) can tuna, power for 6-8 mins.
  • Page 82 ngredients Stuffed citrus trout Serves 4 4 trouts, 350 g (12 oz) each Stuffing: 1 bunch spring onions, finely Oven accessory: glass turntable, metal tray and wire rack chopped 1. Wash the fish and pat dry. Fill the fish cavities with the 100 g (4 oz) button combined stuffing ingredients and arrange the fish in a mushrooms, finely sliced...
  • Page 83 ngredients Bouillabaisse Serves 6 225 g (8 oz) tomatoes 125 ml (4 fl.oz) olive oil 30 ml (2 tbsp) tomato puree Dish: 3 litre (6 pt) casserole 2 onions, chopped Oven accessory: glass turntable 1 large leek, sliced 1. Skin the tomatoes and cut into four pieces, removing the 4 garlic cloves, crushed cores.

  • Page 84: Meat And Poultry

    Meat and poultry Guidelines Defrosted joints Standing time minimum of If the meat has previously been frozen, ensure Meat and poultry require a 15 mins. STANDING TIME it is properly thawed before cooking by micro - wrapped in wave. Defrosted joints of meat must be aluminium foil after cooking by microwave.
  • Page 85 Meat and poultry How to roast a joint by microwave How to cook small cuts of meat by microwave To roast basic joints of meat place the joint onto the rack of a microwave roasting set and Some cuts of meat can be cooked cover with a dome lid.
  • Page 86 ngredients Coq au vin Serves 4 4 chicken portions approx. 1.2 kg (2 lb) in weight 5 ml (1 tsp) mixed herbs Dish: large casserole with lid salt and pepper Oven accessory: glass turntable + metal tray 100 g (4 oz) streaky bacon 1.
  • Page 87 ngredients Barbeque spare ribs Serves 4 675 g (1 lb) pork ribs 30 ml (2 tbsp) vinegar Sauce: Dish: shallow flat based dish 45 ml (3 tbsp) tomato sauce Oven accessory: glass tray then metal tray on glass tray 45 ml (3 tbsp) soy sauce 1.
  • Page 88 ngredients Toad in the hole Serves 4 150 g (6 oz) plain flour 3 ml ( tsp) salt 2 eggs Dish: 25 x 18 cm (10" x 7") oblong tin 300 ml ( pt) milk and water Oven accessory: glass turntable + metal tray 25 g (1 oz) oil 1.
  • Page 89 ngredients Belgian beef casserole Serves 4 675 g (1 lb) braising steak, cubed 3 large onions, sliced thinly Dish: large casserole with lid 1 clove garlic, crushed Oven accessory: glass turntable + metal tray 30 ml (2 tbsp) seasoned flour 1.
  • Page 90 ngredients Shepherd’s pie Serves 4 1 medium onion, chopped 2 carrots, chopped 25 g (1 oz) butter Dish: medium casserole 350 g (12 oz) cold cooked Oven accessory: glass turntable + metal tray beef or lamb, minced 1. Place onion, carrots and butter in casserole. Cover and 300 ml ( pt) hot beef stock cook on HIGH power for 3-5 mins.
  • Page 91 ngredients Hungarian goulash Serves 4 600 g (1 lb) braising steak, cubed 45 ml (3 tbsp) seasoned flour Dish: large casserole + lid 600 ml (1 pt) hot beef stock Oven accessory: glass turntable + metal tray 45 ml (3 tbsp) tomato puree 1.
  • Page 92 ngredients Moussaka Serves 4 1 aubergine, sliced salt 30 ml (2 tbsp) oil Dish: 20 cm (8") souffle dish 2 cloves garlic, crushed Oven accessory: glass turntable + metal tray 1 medium onion, chopped 1. Place aubergines in a large colander and sprinkle liberally 396 g (14 oz) can tomatoes with salt.
  • Page 93 Pasta, rice and beans ngredients Kedgeree Serves 4 175 g (6 oz) easycook brown rice 450 ml ( pt) hot chicken Dish: large casserole stock Oven accessory: glass turntable 450 g (1 lb) smoked haddock 1. Place the rice and chicken stock in casserole, cover and 30 ml (2 tbsp) lemon juice cook on HIGH power for 15-20 mins.
  • Page 94 ngredients Tagliatelle toscana Serves 4 1 large aubergine, cubed salt 350 g (12 oz) tagliatelle, Dish: deep casserole dish fresh Oven accessory: glass turntable + metal tray 1 onion 1 clove garlic, crushed 1. Sprinkle the aubergine with salt and leave for 20 mins, then 15 ml (1 tbsp) olive oil rinse and dry.
  • Page 95 ngredients Wild mushroom and basil risotto Serves 4 40 g (1 oz) dried Cep mushrooms 50 g (2 oz) butter Dish: 3 litre (6 pt) casserole dish 1 clove garlic, finely chopped Oven accessory: glass turntable 1 small onion, finely chopped 1.

  • Page 96: Cheese And Egg Dishes

    Cheese and egg dishes ngredients Stuffed croissants Serves 4 100 g (4 oz) tasty grated cheese 100 g (4 oz) smoked ham, Oven accessory: enamel tray + glass turntable diced 1. Combine all the filling ingredients in a bowl. 1 tomato, deseeded and 2.
  • Page 97 ngredients Cheese, onion & olive scones 1 medium onion, finely diced 15 ml (1 tbsp) olive oil 175 g (6 oz) self-raising flour Dish: round baking sheet 3 ml ( tsp) salt Oven accessory: glass turntable + metal tray 3 ml ( tsp) mustard powder 1.
  • Page 98 ngredients Croque monsieur Serves 2 4 slices bread, buttered 5 ml (1 tsp) Dijon mustard 2 slices smoked ham Oven accessory: glass turntable + metal tray + wire rack 100 g (4 oz) sliced cheese 1. Place the bread, buttered side up on wire rack and cook on GRILL 1 for approximately 3-4 mins.
  • Page 99 Vegetables and vegetarian • Root vegetables. i.e. carrots, swede, • Cabbage should be shredded and cooked should be cut into slices, strips or cubes. by power and time. • Do not mix fresh and frozen vegetables as • Fresh vegetables require 90 ml (6 tbsp) of the cooking times may be different.
  • Page 100 • Certain vegetables i.e. broccoli and • Whole cauliflower should be cooked asparagus, should be arranged so that upside down on MEDIUM power for the tips are in the centre of the dish, as 10 mins. approx. with 90 ml (6 tbsp) these require less cooking.
  • Page 101 ngredients Vegetarian chilli Serves 4 15 ml (1 tbsp) oil 1 onion, finely chopped 1 green pepper, chopped Dish: large casserole + lid 1 chilli, chopped Oven accessory: glass turntable 2 carrots, diced 1. Place oil, onion, pepper, chilli and carrots in a large 5 ml (1 tsp) chilli powder casserole, cover and cook on HIGH power for 4-5 mins.
  • Page 102 ngredients Leek & potato gratin Serves 4 450 g (1 lb) leeks, sliced thinly 450 g (1 lb) potatoes, sliced Dish: 25 cm (10") flan dish thinly Oven accessory: glass turntable + metal tray 150 g (5 oz) blue cheese 1.
  • Page 103 ngredients Roast potatoes Serves 4 450 g (1 lb) potatoes 25 g (1 oz) butter 30 ml (2 tbsp) oil Oven accessory: glass turntable + metal tray 1. Peel and cut potatoes into quarters. Par boil and drain (see page 72). 2.
  • Page 104 ngredients Goat’s cheese tart 100 g (4 oz) butter 225 g (8 oz) plain flour with roasted vegetables Serves 4 50 g (2 oz) finely grated Parmesan 1 red and 1 yellow pepper, Dish: 23 cm (9") flan tin diced into 4 cm pieces Oven accessory: glass turntable + metal tray 2 medium courgettes, sliced 1.

  • Page 105: Power Level

    Sauces Container size Reheating Always use a container or jug at least twice Sauces can be made in advance and the capacity of the sauce, to avoid boiling reheated by microwave. Reheat on HIGH over. power and stir halfway. Power level Covering Most sauces require HIGH Power for cooking.
  • Page 106 ngredients Custard 30 ml (2 tbsp) custard powder 15 ml (1 tbsp) sugar Dish: 1 litre (2 pt) jug 600 ml (1 pt) cold milk Oven accessory: glass turntable 1. Mix together the custard powder, sugar and a little milk to form a smooth paste.
  • Page 107 Pastry ngredients Savoury potato plait Serves 4-6 1 small potato, thinly sliced 200 g (7 oz) puff pastry 1 small onion, sliced Dish: baking sheet (round) small apple, peeled, cored Oven accessory: glass turntable + metal tray and sliced 1. Cook potato and onion in a shallow dish with 60 ml (4 tbsp) salt and pepper to taste water, covered for 3 mins.
  • Page 108 ngredients Suetcrust pastry 225 g (8 oz) self-raising flour 3 ml ( tsp) salt 100 g (4 oz) shredded suet 1. Mix together flour, salt and suet. 105 ml (7 tbsp) cold water 2. Add water and mix to a soft dough. Knead lightly until smooth.
  • Page 109 Baking Ingredients Carrot cake Ingredients 2 eggs beaten 150 ml veg oil Dish: 7"souffle dish lined with greaseproof 150 g self raising wholemeal 1. Mix eggs and oil together flour 2. Combine flour, sugar cinnamon raisins and carrots in a 100 g soft light brown sugar mixing bowl and pour egg mix into flour and stir well.
  • Page 110 Ingredients Chocolate and almond cake 100 g butter 100 g caster sugar 2 eggs lightly beaten Dish: lined 20cm 8” shallow dish 100 g self raising flour 1. Cream together butter and sugar. Gradually add egg. Add 50 g cocoa powder flour, cocoa powder, ground almond, milk then syrup.
  • Page 111 ngredients Plum & oat layer Makes 8 slices 100 g (4 oz) butter or margarine 50 g (2 oz) light brown sugar Dish: 20 cm (8") ceramic flan dish 30 ml (2 tbsp) golden syrup Oven accessory: glass turntable + metal tray 225 g (8 oz) rolled oats 1.
  • Page 112 ngredients Christmas pudding Serves 6-8 1 cooking apple, peeled and grated 1 carrot, peeled and grated Dish: 1.3 litre (2 pt) pudding basin lightly greased 1 orange, juice and grated Oven accessory: glass turntable rind of 400 g (14 oz) mixed dried 1.

  • Page 113: Baking Guidelines

    Baking guidelines Covering mixed, but not over beaten. Generally it is unnecessary to cream butter and sugar or beat For traditional cakes, with long cooking times, eggs in an electric mixer or food processor. Do baked on convection mode only, it is not attempt to cook whisked/fatless sponges, or necessary to cover the top of the tin with foil any cakes containing whisked egg white.
  • Page 114 ngredients Lemon and raisin flapjacks 75 g (3 oz) self-raising flour 75 g (3 oz) porridge oats 50 g (2 oz) dark muscovado Dish: 21 cm x 23 cm (8" x 9") Pyrex® dish, greased sugar Oven accessory: glass turntable + metal tray 75 g (3 oz) butter 1.
  • Page 115 Preserves Sterilizing jars Covering Jam jars can be sterilized by microwave ready Do not cover preserves whilst cooking, apart for your jams. Half fill with water and heat from if recommended in the recipe. them on HIGH power until water boils WE DO NOT RECOMMEND THAT YOU USE (approx.
  • Page 116 ngredients Orange marmalade Makes 1 -2 lbs 450 g (1 lb) seville oranges 1 lemon Dish: 6pt pyrex ® bowl 900 ml (1 pts) water Oven accessory: glass turntable 450 g (1 lb) sugar 1. Grate oranges and lemon ensuring all the pith is left on the knob of butter fruit.

  • Page 117: Questions And Answers

    Questions and answers My microwave oven causes interference Some radio and TV interference might with my TV, is this normal? occur when you cook with the microwave oven. This interference is similar to the interference caused by small appliances such as mixers, vacuums, hair dryers, etc.

  • Page 118: Technical Specification

    If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal. Pursuant to the directive 2004/108/EC, article 9(2) Panasonic Testing Centre Panasonic Service Europe, a division of Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH Winsbergring 15,22525 Hamburg, F.R.Germany Manufactured by Panasonic Appliances Microwave Oven (Shanghai) Co.,Ltd. 888, 898 Longdong Road, Pudong, Shanghai, 201203, China.
  • Page 119 For COOKERY ADVICE call: 01344 862108 Open Monday to Friday 9am–12pm Home Economists will provide friendly guidance on queries relating to recipes and cooking in your microwave. learn Visit Panasonic's The Ideas Kitchen website for Microwave advice, recipes, cook cooking tips and offers: www.theideaskitchen.co.uk...

This manual is also suitable for:

Nn-ct562mNn-ct552w

Table of Contents