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Notes on Microwaving Food
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Your Baumatic Microwave Oven features a Grilling and Combination mode. In
grilling, heat comes from an element set in the ceiling. This is particularly
suitable for toasting & grilling (eg. Steaks & sausages).
In Combination Mode, both the microwave and grilling modes will function.
Dishes will be cooked more quickly, whilst being crisp & brown at the same time.
o Whenever possible, always cook food covered (but not
sealed!). Only pastry dishes with crust should be cooked
without a cover.
o There are several types of covering suitable for microwave
use. Plastic film or glass lids must always be checked to
ensure they can be used for microwaving.
o Paper towels, napkins & wax paper are useful loose covers
that can prevent 'spitting' and keep moisture in your food.
o If you can't find cooking details for a specific quantity of
food, base the cooking time needed on a similar type of food.
You should adjust the cooking time accordingly.
o Double quantity = almost double time: half quantity = about
half the time.
o Remember that refrigerated food will need longer cooking
times.
o Some soft vegetables (eg. cauliflower, carrots, peas) should
be cooked with a little water. However, mushrooms,
tomatoes and peppers should be cooked without water. Try
to cut larger vegetables into even-sized pieces. Always cook
vegetables in a covered container and stir them from time to
time.
o Cook fatty pieces of meat (eg, pork, poultry) on a non
metallic grid or inverted saucer inside a suitable container.
This will allow the fat to drain away. Cook leaner types of
meat on a browning skillet. Be sure to turn once during the
cooking time.
o Ready meals – always make sure that these are marked as
being suitable for microwaving. Follow the instructions as
printed on the container such as removing the foil lid or
pricking the plastic film.
Remember that you will need to allow for standing time after you take your
food from your Microwave Oven. Denser foods will take longer to stand to
cool properly.
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Frozen food will require even more time
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