Microwave Hints - Electrolux EMS 1882 Instruction Manual

EMS 1882
• Always keep the oven clean – avoid spill-
overs and do not forget to clean under the
glass tray and the inside of the door.
• Preferably use round or oval casseroles with
a lid when cooking in your microwave oven.
• Do not use metal or metal decorated
casseroles. Certain plastic materials can
melt and be warped by hot food.
• Cover the food when cooking. Use a glass
lid, a plate or grease proof paper.
• Pastry, bread and the like can be defrosted
directly in a bread basket or on a paper
towel.
• If frozen food is heated in its packaging, the
packaging should be opened. Packaging
containing metal or metal decoration must
not be used unless specifically
recommended for use in the microwave.
Remove metal clips and wire ties.
• Smaller pieces of aluminium foil can be
used to cover parts that easily overcook
such as chicken legs.
• Food with peel or skin should be pierced
with a fork – e.g. potatoes and sausages.
Do not boil eggs in the microwave oven as
they can explode.

Microwave Hints

• Put large, thick pieces close to the edge of
the casserole and try to cut the food in to
even sized pieces. Always place the food in
the centre of the oven.
• The food will be evenly cooked if you stir or
turn it a few times.
• Always set a shorter cooking time than
indicated in your recipe to avoid over
cooking. The larger the amount of food the
longer it takes.
• Use little or no water for vegetables.
• Use less salt and spices than for 'normal'
cooking.
• Season afterwards.
• Allow a few minutes 'standing' time after the
oven has switched off to ensure complete
and even cooking results.
• Always ensure food is piping hot throughout
before serving.
• Use pot holders or gloves when taking
dishes and food from the oven.
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