Panasonic NNGD569M Operations Instructions

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8Microwave energy has been used in this country to cook and reheat foodsince early experiments with RADAR in World War II. Microwaves arepresent in th

9General GuidelinesPIERCINGThe skin ormembrane onsome foods willcause steam tobuild up duringcooking. Thesefoods must bepierced or astrip of skinshoul

10DISH SIZEFollow the dish sizes given in therecipes, as these affect thecook ing and reheating times. Aquan tity of food spread in abigger dish cooks

11Containers to useWhen unsure that a cooking con tainer is suitable for use in yourmicrowave, check by the follow ing test:1. Fill a microwave safe

12PlasticMany plastic containers are designed for microwave use, but do not use for cookingfoods high in sugar or fat or for foods that require long c

13(1) Display Window(2) Microwave Power Setting(3) Turbo Reheat Pad(4) Grill Setting(5) Combination Pad(6) Auto Weight Defrost Programs(7) Delay/Stand

14NN-GD569MLetʼs Start to Use your Oven1 Plug inPlug into a 13 amp fused electrical socket. You will be reminded toread your operating instructions.2

15Press Clock Pad“SET TIME” will appear in the display window, and the colon starts to blink.Turn Time/Weight DialEnter time of day by using the T

16NB1. If the oven door is opened during the stand or delay time, the time in the display window will continue to count down.2. Delay Start cannot be

17Microwave Cooking and DefrostingACCESSORY TO USE:When using your oven on MICROWAVEonly, the glass turntable provided mustalways be in position. DO N

When using recipes in this book always follow metric or imperial measurements.Do not combine the two. In some recipes the conversions are not a direct

18This feature allows you to defrost minced meat, chops, chicken portions, meat joints and bread.The CHAOS defrost pad should be pressed to select the

191 Check foods duringdefrosting. Foods vary intheir defrosting speed.2 It is not necessary to cover the food.3 Always turn or stir the food especiall

20Meat Defrosting Time Method Standing TimeBeef/Lamb/ 14-16 mins Place in a suitable dish or on an upturned 60 mins.Pork Joint 450g (1lb) saucer or u

21Using the GrillPlace food on Grill Rack on turntable.Place a heatproof plate (eg. Pyrex®)underneath to catch fat, drips.Most meat items e.g. bacon,

22Combination CookingThe metal Grill Rack is designed to beused for Combination and Grilling.Never attempt to use any other metalaccessory except thos

23Combination CookingSome foods should be cooked onCombination without using the GrillRack or Panacrunch Pan i.e. roasts,gratins, crumbles and pudding

24NOTES:1. Do not pre-heat the pan more than 8 minutes.2. Always place the pan in the centre of the Turntable andensure it does not touch the wall of

Guidelines for UseThe Auto Weight Programs are designed to take the guesswork out of cooking or reheating your food. They must ONLY be used for the fo

This program is for reheating a chilled curryconvenience meal that can be stirred.*Foods must be in a suitable microwaveablecontainer and have the fil

27For reheating, crisping the base andbrowning the top of a chilled purchasedpizza. Remove all packaging. Selectprogram 11 using Auto Cook Menu Dial.a

1Welcome to Panasonic Microwave CookingThank you for purchasing a Panasonic Microwave Oven.Even if this is not your first microwave oven, do please re

28Cooking and Reheating GuidelinesMost foods reheat very quickly in your oven by HIGH power. Meals can be broughtback to serving temperature in just m

29The times given in the charts below are a guideline only, and will vary depending on STARTING temperature, dish size etc.HEATING CATEGORYYour oven i

30Reheating ChartsCANNED PUDDINGSCreamed Rice 425 g HIGH 2-21/2mins.Place in a microwave safe bowl. Cover and place on turntable.Sponge Pudding 300 g

31Reheating ChartsPOINTS FOR CHECKINGAlways check that food is piping hot after reheating in the microwave. If unsure return to oven. Foods will still

32PURCHASED CONVENIENCE FOODS - CHILLED N.B. Transfer food from foil container to a similar sized microwave safe dish. Plastic dishes designed formicr

33POINTS FOR CHECKINGAlways check that food is piping hot after reheating in the microwave. If unsure return to oven. Foods will still require a STAND

34Cooking ChartsWeight/ Choice of Time Approx.Food Quantity Cooking Modes (mins.) Instructions/GuidelinesEGGS – Poached.Water 45 ml HIGH 50 secs. • Pl

35LAMB – from raw – CAUTION: Hot Fat! Remove dish with care. For Guidelines see Meat Chapter page 44.Chops 400 g (4) MEDIUM 6-7Place in microwave safe

36PORRIDGE – N.B. Use a large bowl.1 serving1/2cup oats HIGH 2-21/2Add 1 cup of water or milk. Stir halfway.2 servings 1 cup oats HIGH 4-5 Add 2 cups

37Brussel Sprouts 450 g HIGH 7Cabbage – sliced 450 g HIGH 7-9Carrots 450 g HIGH 7-9Cauliflower – florets 450 g HIGH 9Celery 450 g HIGH 8-9Corn on the

2This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for yoursafety and convenience, which may be marked, and rated, either 10amps or 13 am

38Increasing and Decreasing RecipesINCREASING RECIPES• To increase a recipe from 4 to 6 servings, increase eachingredient listed by half. To double th

39Soups and StartersIngredients2 auberginessea salt30 ml (2 tbsp) olive oilSauce:200 ml carton crème frâiche285 g jar mushroom antipasto, drained45 ml

40Ingredients100 g (4 oz) tasty grated cheese100 g (4 oz) smoked ham, diced1 tomato, deseeded and chopped60 ml (4 tbsp) sour cream15 ml (1 tbsp) mayon

41Stuffed Citrus Trout Serves 4Oven Accessory: glass turntable and grill rack1. Wash the fish and pat dry. Fill the fish cavities with the combined s

42Ingredients25 g (1 oz) butter2 onions, peeled and quartered1 clove of garlic, crushed2 courgettes, sliced1 yellow pepper, sliced3 ml (1⁄2tsp) cumin3

43Ingredients1 green pepper, cut into chunks350 g (12 oz) cod or huss, cubed16 button mushrooms8 cherry tomatoes1 small can baby sweetcorn1 small can

44Meat and PoultryDEFROSTED JOINTSIf the meat has previously been frozen,ensure it is properly thawed before cookingby micro wave. Defrosted joints of

45Ingredients500 g (1 lb 2 oz) braising steak, cubed2 large onions, sliced thinly1 clove garlic, crushed30 ml (2 tbsp) seasoned flour15 ml (1 tbsp) br

46Chicken Pesto Crumble Serves 4Dish: large shallow dish, 27 cm (101/2”) 1. Cut the potatoes into chunks, place in a casserole dish with 90 ml, (6 tbs

47Ingredients15 ml (1 tbsp) sunflower oil450 g (1 lb) pork, cubed1 onion, sliced1 clove garlic, crushed1 green pepper, deseeded and cut into strips15

31. Examine Your OvenUnpack oven, remove all packing material, and examine the oven forany damage such as dents, broken door latches or cracks in the

48Ingredients275 g (10 oz) spaghetti400 g (14 oz) new potatoes, cubed225 g (8 oz) green beans, halved120 g (41/2oz) tub fresh pestoolive oil, for driz

49Ingredients1 aubergine, cubedsalt350 g (12 oz) tagliatelle, fresh1 onion, chopped1 clove garlic crushed15 ml (1 tbsp) olive oil397 g (14 oz) tin of

50Ingredients1 garlic clove, halved300 ml (1⁄2pt) dry white wine450 g (1 lb) Gruyère cheese, grated25 g (1 oz) plain flourPinch of pepperPinch of grat

51Macaroni Cheese Serves 4Dish: large dish + jug1. Cook macaroni in 450ml (3/4 pt) boiling water on HIGH power for 5-6 mins. or until soft.Drain.2. P

52Vegetables and Vegetarian• Root vegetables. i.e. carrots, swede,should be cut into slices, strips or cubes.• Do not mix fresh and frozen vegetable

53Ingredients1 clove of garlic, halved675 g (11⁄2 lb) potatoes, sliced very thinlypinch nutmegpepper and salt150 ml (1⁄4pt) double cream25 g (1 oz) b

54Ingredients2 onions, chopped 15 ml (1 tbsp) olive oil2 cloves garlic, crushed1 large aubergine, chopped2 courgettes, sliced1 large red pepper, desee

55Ingredients22.5 ml (1 1⁄2tbsp) olive oil1⁄2large red onion, chopped450 g (1 lb) red cabbage, finely shredded2 eating apples, cored, peeled and slice

56Ingredients150 g (5 oz) self-raising flourpinch of salt50 g (2 oz) caster sugar50 g (2 oz) suet1 egg150 ml (1⁄4 pt) milk30 ml (2 tbsp) jam or golden

57Ingredients1 cooking apple, peeled and grated1 carrot, peeled and grated1 orange, juice and grated rind of400 g (14 oz) mixed dried fruit45 ml (3 tb

41. Switch the oven off before cleaning and unplug at socket ifpossible.2. Keep the inside of the oven, door seals and door seal areasclean. When food

58SaucesCONTAINER SIZEAlways use a container or jug at least twicethe capacity of the sauce, to avoid boilingover.COVERINGDO NOT cover sauces when coo

59Baking GuidelinesDISH SHAPERing moulds are ideal for baking cakes in,especially dense cakes. They help preventthe outside edge of the cake overcooki

60Ingredients75 g (3 oz) butter or margarine30 ml (2 tbsp) golden syrup75 g (3 oz) light brown sugar150 g (5 oz) porridge oats50 g (2 oz) raisinsChewy

61Ingredients450 g (1 lb) soft fruit, washed450 g (1 lb) caster sugar30 ml (2 tbsp) lemon juice5 ml (1 tsp) butterSoft Fruit Jam Makes approx. 11/2 l

62Questions and AnswersTechnical SpecificationsNN-GD569MRated Voltage: 230-240V, 50HzOperating Frequency: 2,450 MHzInput Power: Max 2300 WMicrowave 1

63Information on Disposal for Users of Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment(private households)This symbol on the products and/or accompanying

64IndexAAdapting Recipes... 38Apples, poached/stewed...

65KKedgeree ... 49LLambguidelines...

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51. Do not operate the oven without the Roller Ring and GlassTurntable in place.2. Only use the Glass Turntable specifically designed for this oven.

6SafetyIf smoke or a fire occurs in the oven, press Stop/Cancel pad andleave the door closed in order to stifle any flames.Disconnect the power cord,

79. Meat Thermometer.Use a meat thermometer to check the degree of cooking of jointsand poultry only when meat has been removed from themicrowave. If