Panasonic NN-SF574S, Operating Instruction And Cook Book

Page 1: ...rating Instruction and Cook Book Microwave Oven Household Use Only Please read these instructions carefully before using this product and save this manual for future use Model Number NN SF574S NN SF56...

Page 2: ...sure you will be able to master the basic techniques and thereby develop a firm understanding of your new oven This book includes recipes from starters to desserts After trying our recipes be sure to...

Page 3: ...Defrost using Turbo Defros 12 Defrosting Tips and Techniques 13 3 Stage Setting 14 To Reheat Food Using Reheat Meal Frozen Reheat 15 To Cook Food Using Auto Cook 16 19 To Use Timer 20 Quick Guide to...

Page 4: ...ce by a person responsible for their safety 11 Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance 12 It is hazardous for anyone other than a competent person to car...

Page 5: ...Use 1 In order to maintain high quality do not operate the oven when empty The microwave energy will reflect continuously throughout the oven if no food or water is present to absorb energy This can...

Page 6: ...d to cook slower Do not insert higher value fuse in the power board Food 1 Do not use your oven for home canning or the heating of any closed jar Pressure will build up and the jar may explode In addi...

Page 7: ...ide of the food and travel through the food losing half of their power every two to three centimetres Continued cooking to the centre occurs by conduction Although pacemakers used to be affected by mi...

Page 8: ...5 minutes on High power These dishes although not suitable for extended cooking may be used successfully for defrosting or for use on lower power levels Cooking Bags designed to withstand boiling fre...

Page 9: ...e to an exposed corner and pull gently to remove Door Release Button Press to open the door Opening the door during cooking will stop the cooking process without cancelling the program Cooking resumes...

Page 10: ...mode Start Pad One tap allows oven to begin functioning If door is opened or Stop Reset Pad is pressed once during oven operation Start Pad must again be pressed to restart oven Display Window pg 9 Po...

Page 11: ...the center of flat table Then close the door 3 Select Power Level E g Med High Press Micro Power Pad twice see page 11 for Micro Power chart twice 4 Set Time E g 13 minute 20 seconds Press Time Pads o...

Page 12: ...through 3 3 The clock will keep the time of day as long as oven is plugged in and electricity is supplied 4 Clock is a 12 hour display There isn t a m or p m setting 5 Maximum time available is 12 59...

Page 13: ...representing decreasing amounts of microwave energy used for cooking foods at different speeds E g The lower the micro power setting the more evenly the food cooks although it will take a little longe...

Page 14: ...t the Turbo Defrost feature you can also press Weight pad to select weight before pressing Start 2 The oven will beep once or twice during the total defrosting time This indicates that food should be...

Page 15: ...efrosting Chart by setting Micro Power at Defrost Power FOOD APPROX TIME minutes per 500 g INSTRUCTION MEAT Beef Minced Beef Roast Topside Beef Tenderloin Chuck or Rump Sirloin rolled Steak Miscellane...

Page 16: ...When operating two beeps will sound between each stage 3 This feature is not available for Turbo Defrost Auto Cook and Reheat function 1 Press twice to select MED High 5 Press 6 times to select Low 3...

Page 17: ...ry products raw uncooked or frozen foods or beverages Foods should be reheated from room temperature or refrigerator temperature Do not reheat frozen foods on this setting Foods should be covered loos...

Page 18: ...se 50 g 100 g 150 g 200 g 250 g 300 g 4 Ice Cream 200 g 500 g 1000 g 2000 g 5 Reheat Bread 100 g 200 g 300 g 500 g 6 Vegetables 100 g 200 g 300 g 400 g 7 Frozen Vegetables 120 g 250 g 500 g 700 g 8 Ja...

Page 19: ...enter of the flat table Select the program and weight then press Start Open the door to TURN OVER AND ARRANGE WHEN TWO BEEPS HEARD during cooking press Start Pad to continue DO NOT USE PLASTIC WRAP OR...

Page 20: ...parmesan 2 cups 1 onions 2 cloves garlic 2 tablsp Oil 2 cups 650 ml 650 ml cup parmesan 3 cups 2 onions 3 cloves garlic 3 tablsp Oil 3 cups 850 ml 850 ml cup parmesan 14 Pasta It is suitable for cooki...

Page 21: ...serv self raising flour 1 cup cocoa powder 1 tablespoon caster sugar cup milk cup vanilla essence 1 teaspoon chocolate 50 g butter 100 g brown sugar cup cocoa extra 2 tablespoons water cup Sift flour...

Page 22: ...ing or cooking begins A change in the starting temperature could cause inaccurate results and or food may deteriorate 3 When using Standing time or Delay Start it s up to 2 Power stages Press Start De...

Page 23: ...lem with the oven contact an authorized Service Centre Oven will not turn on The oven is not plugged in securely Remove plug from outlet wait 10 seconds and re insert Circuit breaker or fuse is trippe...

Page 24: ...Turn the oven off and remove the power plug from the wall socket before cleaning The outside oven surfaces should be cleaned with a damp cloth To prevent damage to the operating parts inside the oven...

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Page 27: ...can also press Weight pad to select weight before pressing Start To Reheat using Auto Reheat Pads page 15 or Press to select the desired weight Press once After you select the reheat menu you can also...

Page 28: ...Auto Menu Techniques for Preparation Timing A range of cooking times is given in each recipe for two reasons First to allow for the uncontrollable differences in food shapes starting temperatures and...

Page 29: ...always be kept covered while standing in order to retain the heat If a longer standing time is required while you cook another food to serve with the first for instance cover with aluminum foil Conve...

Page 30: ...s can be mixed on a vegetable platter but remember frozen vegetables are not as dense as fresh vegetables as they have been blanched before freezing If vegetables are cut to a similar size they can be...

Page 31: ...y feel warm Ensure you allow it to stand for several minutes before eating IMPORTANT POINTS TO CONSIDER WHEN REHEATING COLD FOODS STARTING TEMPERATURE Foods taken from the refrigerator will take longe...

Page 32: ...ed High 4 5 Place onto paper towel lined plate Pizza 350 g High 3 4 Remove from package and place onto paper towel or follow manufacturer s instructions FROZEN MEAL Fish in Sauce 200 g Medium 5 6 Pier...

Page 33: ...1 medium onion chopped 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves 1 bay leaf 6 cups chicken stock cup frozen peas Method Wash split peas and place in a 2 litre capacity bowl with 1 litre of water Cover and allo...

Page 34: ...High for 1 to 2 minutes Add remaining ingredients mix well and cook on High for 4 to 5 minutes Stir twice through cooking Allow to cool Place in a bowl and serve with drinks Store in an airtight conta...

Page 35: ...cook on High for 1 minute Add parsley pepper mustard and gradually blend in milk Cook on High for 2 to 3 minutes stir halfway through cooking Lightly mix through salmon and liquid into sauce Pour int...

Page 36: ...Cook on Medium for 8 to 10 minutes stirring halfway through cooking Serve in individual ramekins GARLIC CHILLI PRAWNS Serves 4 Ingredients 1 kg medium uncooked king prawns 1 small red onion thinly sl...

Page 37: ...leaves chopped pepper Method Place marinara mix into a 2 litre casserole dish Set aside Place butter and garlic in 1 litre casserole dish Cook on Med High for 1 minute Add remaining ingredients excep...

Page 38: ...string or a strip cut from the open end of the bag Make six 2 cm slits on top of bag Multiply the weight of the poultry by the minimum recommended minutes per 500 g See chart below Programme Micro Pow...

Page 39: ...oking To Cook by Auto Cook Prepare as above Select Steam Chicken Pieces press to select weight 400 g then press Start CHICKEN BURRITOS Serves 4 Ingredients 1 clove garlic crushed 2 large onions choppe...

Page 40: ...Med High for 12 to 14 minutes CHICKEN SAN CHOY BAU Serves 4 Ingredients 10 dried shiitake mushrooms 2 teaspoons sesame oil 1 clove garlic chopped 500 g minced chicken 10 water chestnuts finely chopped...

Page 41: ...for 1 minute before serving Note The size of the eggs will alter cooking time CRUSTLESS CHEESE AND SPINACH PIE Serves 4 Ingredients 1 bunch spinach 6 green onions thinly sliced 500 g ricotta 2 eggs 1...

Page 42: ...foil around ham and secure to body of ham with wooden toothpicks Fold 2 cm over cut surface After heating check temperature using a meat thermometer The thermometer should not touch bone or fat If it...

Page 43: ...ilk and cook on High for 6 to 8 minutes Mix in the soy sauce lemon juice and basil and serve sprinkled with peanuts LASAGNE Serves 4 to 6 Ingredients Meat Sauce 500 g minced beef 2 small onions choppe...

Page 44: ...s in a 3 litre dish Mix well Cook on Med High for 15 to 17 minutes Stir halfway through cooking Serve in taco shells with chopped tomatoes and shredded lettuce or with a salad and crusty bread HINT It...

Page 45: ...k on Medium for 30 to 35 minutes turn halfway through cooking Stand covered for 15 minutes before slicing GOULASH Serves 4 Ingredients 1 onion chopped 1 clove garlic crushed 1 tablespoon butter 2 tabl...

Page 46: ...ussels Sprouts 250 g Covered dish with cup water 4 to 6 Cabbage 500 g Shredded with cup water in covered dish 5 to 7 Carrots 4 sliced finely 250 g With cup water in covered dish 5 to 6 Cauliflower 500...

Page 47: ...7 Cauliflower 500 g Cook in covered 2 litre dish 5 to 6 Corn cob Corn cobs 125 g 250 g Cook in covered 2 litre dish Cook in covered 2 litre dish 3 to 4 5 to 6 Mixed Vegetables 250 g Cook in covered 2...

Page 48: ...stirring halfway through cooking Serve CHICKPEA SALAD WITH CORIANDER DRESSING Serves 4 to 6 Ingredients 1 cup dried chick peas water for soaking 3 cups boiling water 1 red capsicum diced 1 lebanese c...

Page 49: ...s 4 Ingredients 250 g brussels sprouts 2 tablespoons butter 150 g bacon finely chopped 1 onion finely chopped 1 teaspoon dill or basil 1 teaspoon sugar Method Wash and drain brussels sprouts Cook in a...

Page 50: ...heese over asparagus Serve ARDENNIS STYLE POTATOES Serves 4 Ingredients 4 medium sized potatoes 100 g ham finely diced 3 tablespoons snipped chives 50 g butter cup grated Cheddar cheese ground black p...

Page 51: ...14 to 16 5 Jasmine 1 cup 3 litre dish 2 cups 14 to 16 5 Cooking Pasta by Micor power Follow directions in chart for recommended dish size amount of water and cooking time Boil water with 1 teaspoon s...

Page 52: ...parmesan cheese Method Place asparagus into a 2 litre dish and cook on High for 1 minute Set aside Place oil rice and garlic in a large microwave safe bowl Cook covered on High for 1 minute Add 2 cup...

Page 53: ...ok uncovered on High for 12 to 14 minutes Rotate halfway through cooking Sprinkle each capsicum with Parmesan and cook on High for a further 2 minutes Tip substitute any thin sausages Freeze leftover...

Page 54: ...300 g stir fry vegetables 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce 1 tablespoon teriyaki sauce 85 g 2 minute noodles 2 cups boiling water Method Place oil tofu and onion in a 3 litre dish and cook on High for 2 to...

Page 55: ...k successfully in the microwave oven PACKET CAKE Ingredients 1 packet cake mix 340 g Ingredients as recommended by manufacturer Method Mix cake and other ingredients with a metal spoon DO NOT OVERBEAT...

Page 56: ...sed 20 cm square pan Refrigerate until set Cut or break into pieces to serve CHERRY KUECHEN Serves 4 to 6 Ingredients Base 1 340 g pkt buttercake mix cup toasted coconut 125 g melted butter 1 egg Fill...

Page 57: ...of a 2 litre casserole dish Cook on High for 4 to 6 minutes Do not use plastic wrap or lid STEAMED JAM PUDDING Serves 4 Ingredients 2 tablespoons jam 100 g butter cup caster sugar 2 eggs cup self rai...

Page 58: ...peaches into a 2 litre casserole dish Place crumble mixture on top of peaches and cook on High for 10 to 12 minutes Serve with cream or ice cream BANANA LOAF Serves 4 to 6 Ingredients 90 g butter cup...

Page 59: ...ins 50 g craisins 100 g dates chopped 100 g dried figs chopped 50 g glace ginger chopped cup brandy 125 g butter cup firmly packed brown sugar 2 eggs teaspoon cinnamon teaspoon mixed spice teaspoon nu...

Page 60: ...h Add sugar stir well and cook on Med High for 35 to 40 minutes Stirring occasionally Pour into sterilised jars and seal LEMON BUTTER Makes 1 cups 250 ml Ingredients cup lemon juice 1 tablespoon lemon...

Page 61: ...thod Combine all ingredients in 1 cup jug Cook on High for 30 to 60 seconds Stir well and serve with Roast Lamb HOLLANDAISE SAUCE Makes cups Ingredients 60 g butter 2 tablespoons lemon juice 2 egg yol...

Page 62: ...in the base of a mug add milk Cook on Med High for 2 minutes stirring half way through cooking Stir and serve PEPPERMINT COOLER Serve 4 Ingredients 3 peppermint tea bags 4 cups cold water juice of le...

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