Containers To Use - Panasonic NNK105 Cookery Book & Operating Instructions

Containers to use

PLASTIC
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PAPER
Plain white kitchen paper (kitchen towel) can be used for 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. Avoid kitchen paper containing manmade fibres.
Check that branded re-cycled kitchen towel is recommended for
microwave use. Do not use waxed or plastic coated cups as the finish
may melt in the oven. Greaseproof paper can be used to line the base of
dishes and to cover fatty foods. White paper plates can be used for
SHORT REHEATING TIMES, ON MICROWAVE ONLY.
WICKER, WOOD, STRAW BASKETS
Do not use these items in your microwave. With continued use and
with prolonged exposure they will crack and could ignite. DO NOT USE
ON ANY COOKING MODE.
CLING FILM
Use microwave cling film to cover food that is to be reheated, or
roof of the oven, as this may cause arching and damage your oven.
ROASTING BAGS
These are useful when slit up one side to tent a joint of meat when roasting by power and time.
DO NOT USE THE METAL TWISTS SUPPLIED.
Many plastic containers are designed for
microwave use. Only use Tupperware
containers if they are designed for microwave
use. Do not use Melamine as it will scorch. Do
not use plastic for cooking foods high in sugar or
fat or foods that require long cooking times e.g.
brown rice. Never cook in margarine containers
or yogurt pots, as these will melt with the heat
from the food.
DO NOT USE UNDER THE GRILL.
cooked, ON MICROWAVE ONLY taking
care to avoid the film being in direct
contact with the food. DO NOT USE
ON GRILL OR COMBINATION.
ALUMINIUM FOIL
Small amounts of smooth aluminium
foil can be used to SHIELD joints of
meat during defrosting and cooking. As
the microwaves cannot pass through
the foil this prevents the shielded parts
from overcooking or overdefrosting.
The foil must not touch the sides or
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