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Portion
Food
Pasta
Reheating
Your microwave oven will reheat food in a fraction of the time that conventional
ovens hobs normally take. Use the power levels and reheating times in the
following chart as a guide. The times in the chart consider liquids with a room
temperature of about +18 to +20°C or a chilled food with a temperature of about
+5 to +7°C. Use the ceramic tray, shelf level 1 for reheating food.
Arranging and Covering
Avoid reheating large items such as joint of meat – they tend to overcook and
dry out before the centre is piping hot. Reheating small pieces will be more
successful.
Power Levels and Stirring
Some foods can be reheated using 800 W power while others should be
reheated using 700W, 600W, 450W or even 300W. Check the tables for
guidance. In general, it is better to reheat food using a lower power level, if the
food is delicate, in large quantities, or if it is likely to heat up very quickly (mince
pies, for example). Stir well or turn food over during reheating for best results.
When possible, stir again before serving. Take particular care when heating
liquids and baby foods. To prevent eruptive boiling of liquids and possible
scalding , stir before, during and after heating. Keep them in the microwave oven
during standing time. We recommend putting a plastic spoon or glass stick into
the liquids. Avoid overheating (and therefore spoiling) the food. It is preferable to
underestimate cooking time and add extra heating time, if necessary.
heating and standing times
When reheating food for the first time, it is helpful to make a note of the time
taken – for future reference. Always make sure that the reheated food is piping
hot throughout. Allow food to stand for a short time after reheating - to let the
temperature even out.
The recommended standing time after reheating is 2-4 minutes, unless another
time is recommended in the chart.. Take particular care when heating liquids and
baby food. See also the chapter with the safety precautions.
Reheating liguids
Always allow a standing time of at least 20 seconds after the oven has been
switched off to allow the temperature to even out. Stir during heating, if
necessary, and ALWAYS stir after heating. To prevent eruptive boiling and
possible scalding, you should put a spoon or glass stick into the beverages and
stir before, during and after heating.
Power
Time
(g)
(W)
(Min)
250
800
11 - 13
Standing
Instructions
Time (Min)
5
Add 1000 ml hot water.
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