AEG MCD2661E Tips & advice, Before you start, Setting the cooking time, Starting temperature

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Tips & advice

Before you start...

To make it as easy as possible to use the microwave oven we have put together a few hints and tips for you. Only switch on the oven when the food is already inside.

Setting the cooking time

Defrosting, re-heating and cooking times are generally much shorter than in a conventional oven or hob. So you will need to consult this book for the recommended cooking times. It is better to set shorter rather than longer cooking times. Always test the food after the cooking time has elapsed. It is better then to continue cooking it for a little longer, than to have overcooked food.

Starting temperature

Defrosting, re-heating and cooking times depend on the temperature of the food when you start. For example, deep frozen and refridgerated food will need longer than food that is at room temperature. Standard storage temperaturs of food are assumed for re-heating and cooking times (refridgerator temperature of 5° C, Room temperature of approximately 20° C). For defrosting food a starting temperature of -18° C is assumed.

Cook popcorn only in special microwave safe containers. Refer exactly to the manufacturer’s instructions. Do not use a normal paper or glass container.

Do not cook eggs in the unbroken shells. Pressure builds up inside the shell and this may result in the egg exploding.

Do not heat oil or fat for deep- frying inside the microwave oven. It is impossible to control the temperature of the oil and it may suddenly splash out of the pan.

Do not heat sealed containers such

as jars or tins. The pressure inside the container could cause the container to explode. (The exception is when you are making preserves).

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Cooking times

All the times given in this book are guidelines, which can be varied according to the initial temperature, weight and condition of the food (water or fat content etc.).

Salt, spices & herbs

Food cooked in your microwave retains its individual flavour better than it does when conventional preparation methods are used. For this reason you should use salt sparingly and normally add it only after cooking. Salt absorbs liquid and dries out the outer layer of food. Herbs and spices can be used as normal.

Types of use

Microwave: you can defrost frozen foods in a short time.

Combined operation: With the combination of microwave and grill you can cook and roast at the same time. Therefore, the advantages of these appliances will combine sensibly and mutually. The heat of the grill quickly seals the pores of the food and the microwave functions for a short time. The food keeps its moisture inside and is crispy on the outside. Grill: Your oven is provided with a quartz grill, which you can also use without microwave operation like any other conventional grill.

Cooking test

The cooking status of meals can be tested as with conventional preparation:

•Food thermometer: Each food has a certain interior temperature at the end of the heating process. With a food thermometer you can determine whether the food is hot or cooked enough.

•Fork: You can check fish with a fork. If the fish meat is no longer clear and comes easily from the fishbones, it is. If it is over-cooked, it becomes tough and dry.

•Wooden skewer: Cakes and bread can be tested by inserting a wooden skewer. If the skewer remains clean and dry after pulling it out they are done.

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Contents MCD2660E / MCD2661E Dear Customer Contents Important safety instructions To avoid the possibility of injuryTo avoid the possibility of electric shock To avoid the possibility of explosion and sudden boiling To avoid the possibility of burnsTo avoid misuse by children Other warningsImportant safety instructions Oven & accessories Grill heating element Front trim Oven lampSeal packing Control panel Using the Stop button TIMER/WEIGHT/POWERBefore operation Press the CookingWhat are microwaves? Suitable ovenwareMicrowave cling film Roasting bagsRight utensils for combined operation Browning dishTips & advice Setting the cooking timeStarting temperature Before you startBlanching vegetables Preserving fruit and vegetablesLarge & small quantities Deep & shallow containersCovering Irregular shaped foodStirring Heating DefrostingCooking fresh vegetables Cooking meat, fish & poultryDefrosting & cooking Microwave power levels = WattWEIGHT/POWER Cooking time Increasing unitExample Check the displayGrill & dual grill cooking Grill only CookingDual Grill Cooking Other convenient functions Multiple Sequence CookingExample StageTo Check the Power Level Safety Lock FunctionTo SET the Safety Lock Function Quick Start FunctionTIMER/WEIGHT Auto cook & auto defrost operationExample 1 for Auto Cook plus Grill KnobAuto cook & auto defrost charts ProcedureButton Auto Cook Plus Grill A2-1 CookA2-2 Cook A2-3 CookButton Unit / Utensils Ad-1 DefrostAd-2 Defrost Ad-3 DefrostRecipes for auto cook Spicy chicken fricasseeFish gratin Italian style Fish esterhazy Spinach gratinPotato-courgette-gratin Cooking charts Table Heating Food & DrinkTable Cooking Fresh Vegetables Table COOKING, Grilling & Browning Table Grilling & Browning of MEAT, Gratin & Welsh RarebitTable Cooking of Frozen Snacks Table DefrostingTable Defrosting and Cooking Recipes Adapting Recipes for Microwave OvenSoups & starters Onion soupCrab soup Barley soupMushrooms with rosemary Stuffed hamMin W Leave to cool Approx min WMeat, fish & poultry Aubergines stuffed with minced meatAlmond trout Meatloaf Stuffed Roast ChickenCa min W Zurich veal stew Veal cutlet with mozzarellaGrill skewers Min W Turn the meat slicesFillet of sole Quails in cheese & herb sauceApprox min W Vegetables, noodles, rice & pasta Fish fillet with cheese sauceCourgette and noodle gratin Min W and thenBread dumplings Lasagne al fornoTagliatelle with cream & basil sauce Kohlrabi in dill saucePotato-garlic paté Min W Pour off the liquidDrinks, desserts & cakes Tessiner risottoWhite peach mounds Pears in chocolate sauce Chocolate with creamPistachio rice with strawberries Fiery drinkBerry jelly with vanilla sauce CheesecakeMin W Add sugar and lemon juice Chocolate cake with ice-cream Hot lemonCa min W Stir in sugar to taste Care & cleaning What to do if Service & spare parts Guarantee conditionsStandard guarantee conditions European GuaranteeSpecifications Packaging materialsDisposal of old appliances Installation Installing the ApplianceMicrowave can be fitted in position a or B Connecting the Appliance to the Power Supply Power supply cord may only be replaced by an electricianElectrical Connections This Appliance Must be EarthedTINS-A358URR1

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