Panasonic NNT573SBBPQ Operations Instructions

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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 thecooking and reheating times. Aquantity of food spread in abigger dish cooks a

11Containers to useWhen unsure that a cooking containeris suitable for use in your microwave,check by the following test:1. Fill a microwave safe meas

12PLASTICMany plastic containers are designed for microwave use. Only use Tupperware®containers if they are designed for microwave use. Do not use Mel

13Control PanelNN-T573SMediumTurbo ReheatDefrost10sec 1sec10min 1minupdownClockStop/CancelStartVeg/FishCurry/ChinesePasta/CasseroleLowSimmerCHAOS1. Br

14NN-T573Let’s Start to Use your OvenNN-T573SMediumTurbo ReheatDefrost10sec 1sec10min 1minupdownClockStop/CancelStartVeg/FishCurry/ChinesePasta/Casser

15●Press Clock Pad“SET TIME” will appear in the display window,and the colon starts to blink.●Press Time PadsEnter time of day by pressing Time Pads.U

16Using the Delay/Stand FeatureThe Delay/Stand Pad is used as a timing pad either before, during or after a cooking program. When the Delay/Stand Pad

17Microwave Cooking and DefrostingACCESSORY TO USE:When using your oven, the glass turntableprovided must always be in position.DO NOT place food dire

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

1Welcome to Panasonic Microwave CookingDear Owner,Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic Microwave Oven.Even if this is not your first microwave oven, d

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

Program Minimum MaximumCurry 350g (12oz) 1000g (2lb 2oz)Chinese 250g (9oz) 500g (1lb 2oz)Pasta 300g (11oz) 1500g (3lb 5oz)Casserole 350g (12oz) 1000g

22This program is for reheating a chilledcurry convenience meal that can bestirred. Foods must be in a suitablesingle section microwaveable container*

23Cooking and Reheating GuidelinesMost foods reheat very quickly in your oven by HIGH power. Meals can be broughtback to serving temperature in just m

24The times given in the charts below are a guideline only, and will vary depending on STARTING temperature, dish size etc.HEATING CATEGORYYour oven i

25Reheating ChartsPOINTS FOR CHECKINGAlways check that food is piping hot after reheating in the microwave. If unsure return to oven. Foods will still

26Reheating ChartsPOINTS FOR CHECKINGAlways check that food is piping hot after reheating in the microwave. If unsure return to oven. Foods will still

27Reheating ChartsPOINTS FOR CHECKINGAlways check that food is piping hot after reheating in the microwave. If unsure return to oven. Foods will still

28POINTS FOR CHECKINGAlways check that food is piping hot after reheating in the microwave. If unsure return to oven. Foods will still require a STAND

2This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for yoursafety and convenience. A 13 amp fuse is fitted in this plug. Should thefuse n

29Cooking ChartsWeight/ Choice of Time Approx.Food Quantity Cooking Modes (mins.) Instructions/GuidelinesEGGS – Poached.Water 45 ml HIGH 50 secs.• Pla

30POINTS FOR CHECKINGAlways check that food is piping hot after reheating in the microwave. If unsure return to oven. Foods will still require a STAND

31Cooking ChartsWeight/ Choice of Time Approx.Food Quantity Cooking Modes (mins.) Instructions/GuidelinesRICE – Place in a large microwave safe bowl.E

32Cooking ChartsWeight/ Choice of Time Approx.Food Quantity Cooking Modes (mins.) Instructions/GuidelinesFRESH VEGETABLES – Place in shallow microwave

33Increasing and Decreasing RecipesINCREASING RECIPES• To increase a recipe from 4 to 6 servings, increase eachingredient listed by half. To double th

34Soups and StartersIngredients8 rashers streaky bacon, stretched andhalved450 g (1 lb) minced pork60 ml (4 tbsp) breadcrumbs5 ml (1 tsp) sage1 onion,

35Ingredients25g (1oz) butter1 onion coarsely chopped675g (11/2lb) carrots thickly sliced1 litre (13/4pints) vegetable stockgrated zest of 1/2orange90

36Stuffed Citrus Trout Serves 4Dish: large shallow dish1. Wash, cut the heads off the fish and pat dry. Pierce the flesh all over. Fill the fish cavit

37Ingredients450 g (1 lb) smoked haddock30 ml (2 tbsp) lemon juice15 ml (1 tbsp) oil1 large onion, sliced40 g (11⁄2 oz) butter40 g (11⁄2 oz) flour3 ml

38Ingredients25 g (1 oz) butter2 onions, peeled and quartered1 clove of garlic, crushed2 courgettes, sliced1 yellow pepper, sliced3 ml (1⁄2 tsp) cumin

31. Examine Your OvenUnpack oven, remove all packing material, and examine the ovenfor any damage such as dents, broken door latches or cracks inthe d

39MEAT AND POULTRYMeat and PoultryDEFROSTED JOINTSIf the meat has previously been frozen,ensure it is properly thawed before cookingby microwave. Defr

40Ingredients1 onion, diced1 clove of garlic, crushed1 green pepper, diced30 ml (2 tbsp) oil100 g (4 oz) mushrooms, sliced225 g (8 oz) lean minced bee

41MEAT AND POULTRYIngredients500 g (1 lb 2 oz) braising steak, cubed2 large onions, sliced thinly1 clove garlic, crushed30 ml (2 tbsp) seasoned flour1

42Ingredients15 ml (1 tbsp) sunflower oil450 g (1 lb) pork, cubed1 onion, sliced1 clove garlic, crushed1 green pepper, deseeded and cut into strips15

43Ingredients275 g (10 oz) spaghetti 400 g (14 oz) new potatoes, cubed225 g (8 oz) green beans, halved120 g (41/2oz) tub fresh pestoolive oil, for dri

44Ingredients30 ml (2 tbsp) olive oil1 onion, finely chopped2 cm (3⁄4”) fresh root ginger, peeled andchopped10 ml (2 tsp) cumin seeds3 ml (1⁄2tsp) tur

45Ingredients1 garlic clove, halved300 ml (1⁄2 pt) dry white wine450 g (1 lb) Gruyère cheese, grated25 g (1 oz) plain flourPinch of pepperPinch of gra

46CHEESE AND EGG DISHESMacaroni Cheese Serves 4Dish: large dish + jug1. Cook macaroni in 450ml (3/4 pt) boiling water on HIGH power for 5-6 mins. or u

47Vegetables and Vegetarian• Root vegetables. i.e. carrots, swede,should be cut into slices, strips or cubes.• Do not mix fresh and frozen vegetablesa

48VEGETABLES AND VEGETARIANIngredients1 clove of garlic, halved675 g (11⁄2 lb) potatoes, sliced very thinlypinch nutmegpepper and salt150 ml (1⁄4 pt)

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

49VEGETABLES AND VEGETARIANIngredients2 onions, chopped 15 ml (1 tbsp) olive oil2 cloves garlic, crushed1 large aubergine, chopped2 courgettes, sliced

50VEGETABLES AND VEGETARIANIngredients22.5 ml (1 1⁄2 tbsp) olive oil1⁄2 large red onion, chopped450 g (1 lb) red cabbage, finely shredded2 eating appl

51Ingredients385 g (13 oz) can apple slices100 g (4 oz) margarine100 g (4 oz) light muscovado sugar2 eggs50 g (2 oz) ground almonds50 g (2 oz) self ra

52Ingredients4 medium sized apples30 ml (2 tbsp) sugar25-50 g (1-2 oz) mixed dried fruit25g (1 oz) butterBaked Apples Serves 4Dish: 20cm (8”) shallow

53Ingredients30 g (1 1⁄4oz) unsalted butter125 g (4 1⁄2oz) arborio rice600 ml (1 pint) milk50 g (2 oz) granulated sugar50 g (2 oz) fine plain Continen

54SaucesCONTAINER SIZEAlways use a container or jug at least twicethe capacity of the sauce, to avoid boilingover.COVERINGDO NOT cover sauces when coo

55BAKINGBaking GuidelinesDISH SHAPERing moulds are ideal for baking cakes in,especially dense cakes. They help preventthe outside edge of the cake ove

56BAKINGIngredients75 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) raisin

57PRESERVESIngredients450 g (1 lb) soft fruit, washed450 g (1 lb) caster sugar30 ml (2 tbsp) lemon juice5 ml (1 tsp) butterSoft Fruit Jam Makes approx

58PRESERVESIngredients675 g (11/2 lb) plums or damsons200 ml (7 fl. oz) water675 g (11/2 lb) sugar30 ml (2 tbsp) lemon juice5 ml (1 tsp) butterPlum Ja

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.Do

59Questions and AnswersTechnical SpecificationsRated Voltage: 230-240 V 50 HzOperating Frequency: 2,450 MHzInput Power: Microwave 1300 WOutput Power:

60IndexAAdapting Recipes... 33Apples, poached/stewed...

LLambguidelines ... 39cooking charts ...

Standard Conversion ChartWeight1/2oz – 15g1oz – 25g2oz – 50g3oz – 75g4oz – 100g5oz – 150g6oz – 175g7oz – 200g8oz – 225g9oz – 250g10oz – 275g11oz – 300

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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 thedegree of cooking of roasts and poultryonly when meat has been removed fromthe microwave. If u

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