Microwave Helpful Hints

 

 

COOKING

 

FOOD

POWER

TIME

DIRECTIONS

 

 

(in minutes)

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bacon, to separate, 500 g (1 lb)

P10(HIGH)

1/2

 

Remove the wrapper. After heating, use a plastic

 

 

 

 

spatula to separate slices.

 

 

 

 

 

Brown Sugar, to soften

P10(HIGH)

30 to

40

Place 250 mL (1 cup) hard brown sugar in a dish with

 

 

seconds

a slice of bread or a wedge of apple. Cover with

 

 

 

 

plastic wrap.

 

 

 

 

Butter, to melt, 125 g (4 oz)

P6(MEDIUM)

1 to 11/2

Remove the wrapper and place the butter in a

Butter, to soften, 125 g (4 oz)

P3(MEDIUM-

1 to 11/2

dish.

 

LOW)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Canned Foods, 450 mL (16 oz)

P10(HIGH)

3 to

4

Remove from the can, place in a covered dish.

Soup, 284 mL (10 oz) plus water

P10(HIGH)

4 to

6

Stir once.

 

 

 

 

Chocolate, to melt,

P10(HIGH)

1/2 to 1

Remove wrapper and place chocolate in a dish.

1 square 30 g (1 oz)

 

 

 

Stir before adding more time and heating again.

Chocolate, to melt,

P10(HIGH)

1 to 11/2

Chocolate holds its shape even when softened.

125 g (1/2 cup) chips

 

 

 

 

Coconut, to toast, 110 mL (1/2 cup)

P10(HIGH)

11/2 to 2

Place in a pie plate or bowl. Stir every minute.

Cream Cheese, to soften, 230 g (8 oz)

P3(MEDIUM-

11/2 to 2

Remove the wrapper and place in a

 

LOW)

 

 

microwave-safe dish.

 

 

 

 

 

Dried Fruits, to soften

P10(HIGH)

20 to

30

Place fruit in a small bowl and sprinkle with

 

 

seconds

water. Cover with plastic wrap.

 

 

 

 

 

Frozen Pie, cooked

P10(HIGH)

 

 

 

slice

2 to

4

Place on a plate.

whole pie

P6(MEDIUM)

18 to

20

Elevate on an inverted pie plate.

 

 

 

 

 

Ice Cream Topping, to warm

P10(HIGH)

30 to

45

Place 1 cup of topping in a dish; stir twice..

 

 

seconds

 

 

 

 

 

Ice Cream, to soften, 2 L (8 cups)

P3(MEDIUM-

1 to 11/2

Check often to prevent melting.

 

LOW)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Nuts, to roast, 375 mL (11/2 cups)

P10(HIGH)

4 to

5

Spread nuts in a 23 cm (9") pie plate. Stir every

 

 

 

 

minute.

 

 

 

 

Sesame Seeds, to toast, 50 mL (1/4 cup)

P10(HIGH)

11/2 to 2

Place in a small bowl. Stir once every minute.

Syrup / Honey, to soften

P10(HIGH)

20 to

30

Uncover the container. Stir or shake once.

 

 

seconds

May be repeated if still crystalline.

 

 

 

 

 

Tostada, Tortillas, Taco Shells,

P10(HIGH)

20 to

40

Place 4 shells between damp paper towels.

to soften

 

seconds

 

 

 

 

 

 

Warm Pastry, Rolls

P10(HIGH)

10 to

15

Place on a rack or wrap in a paper towel.

 

 

seconds

 

 

 

 

 

 

Liquids: (For Soup / Beverages)

 

 

 

 

Water

P10(HIGH)

21/2 to 3

 

250 mL (8 oz)

Heated liquids can erupt if not mixed with air. Do

500 mL (16 oz)

P10(HIGH)

5 to 51/2

not heat liquids in your microwave oven without

Milk / Soup

P7(MEDIUM-

 

 

stirring first.

250 mL (8 oz)

2 to

3

 

 

HIGH)

 

 

 

500 mL (16 oz)

P7(MEDIUM-

4 to

5

 

 

HIGH)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Hot Compress

P10(HIGH)

15

 

Wet a cotton wash cloth; fold and heat.

 

 

seconds

 

 

 

 

 

 

Remove Oven Odours

P10(HIGH)

5

 

Combine 250 mL (1 cup) water with the juice and peel

 

 

of one lemon in a measuring cup. After heating, wipe

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

interior of oven with a damp cloth.

 

 

 

 

 

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NN-S512 specifications

The Panasonic NN-S512 is a notable entry in the realm of countertop microwaves, blending advanced technology with user-friendly features to elevate the cooking experience. This model, known for its sleek design and efficient performance, caters to diverse culinary needs, making it an excellent choice for both novice cooks and experienced chefs.

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