Panasonic NNV623 Operations Instructions

CHAOSCHAOSDEFROSTNNV653For Models:NNV623NNV453

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, but do not use for cookingfoods high in sugar or fat or for foods that require long c

13NN-V453WAUTO COOKAUTO REHEATTURBO REHEATMicro Power10min1min10sec1sec1000W1. Bread2. Meat Items3. Meat JointsGrill 1-2-3CombinationupdownDelay/Stand

14NN-V653NN-V623*NN-V453Let’s Start to Use your Oven1 Plug inPlug into a 13 amp fused electrical socket. You will be reminded toread your operating in

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.

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 on MICROWAVEonly, the glass turntable provided mustalways be in position. DO N

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 minsPork Joint 450g (1lb) saucer or us

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 the

23Combination CookingSome foods should be cooked onCombination without using the GrillRack i.e. roasts, gratins, pies andpuddings. The food should be

24Auto Weight Cook Programs for NN-V653/NN-V623/NN-V453Minimum/Maximum Weights to use on Auto Weight Programs NN-V653/NN-V623●Select the desired AutoW

This program is for reheating a chilledcurry convenience meal that can bestirred.* Foods must be in a suitablemicrowaveable container and have thefilm

For reheating and browning the top of achilled purchased pizza. Remove allpackaging and place on Grill Rack onturntable. Press pad once. Enter weight.

This program is for reheating a chilledcurry convenience meal that can bestirred.* Foods must be in a suitablemicrowaveable container and have thefilm

28To cook jacket potatoes choose mediumsized potatoes 200 - 250g (7-9oz). Washand dry and prick with a fork severaltimes. Arrange around edge of turnt

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

29Cooking and Reheating GuidelinesMost foods reheat very quickly in your oven by HIGH power. Meals can be broughtback to serving temperature in just m

30The times given in the charts below are a guideline only, and will vary depending on STARTING temperature, dish size etc.HEATING CATEGORYYour oven i

31Reheating ChartsCANNED PUDDINGSCreamed Rice 425 g HIGH 2-21/2mins.Place in a microwave safe bowl on turntable. Cover.Sponge Pudding 300 g HIGH 2 min

32Reheating ChartsPOINTS FOR CHECKINGAlways check that food is piping hot after reheating in the microwave. If unsure return to oven. Foods will still

33PURCHASED CONVENIENCE FOODS - CHILLED N.B. Transfer food from foil container to a similar sized microwave safe dish. Plastic dishes designed formicr

34POINTS FOR CHECKINGAlways check that food is piping hot after reheating in the microwave. If unsure return to oven. Foods will still require a STAND

35Cooking ChartsWeight/ Choice of Time Approx.Food Quantity Cooking Modes (mins.) Instructions/GuidelinesEGGS – Poached.Water 45 ml HIGH 50 secs. • Pl

36POINTS FOR CHECKINGAlways check that food is piping hot after reheating in the microwave. If unsure return to oven. Foods will still require a STAND

37Cooking ChartsWeight/ Choice of Time Approx.Food Quantity Cooking Modes (mins.) Instructions/GuidelinesRICE – Place in a large microwave safe bowl.E

38Cooking ChartsWeight/ Choice of Time Approx.Food Quantity Cooking Modes (mins.) Instructions/GuidelinesFRESH VEGETABLES – Place in shallow microwave

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

39Increasing and Decreasing RecipesINCREASING RECIPES• To increase a recipe from 4 to 6 servings, increase eachingredient listed by half. To double th

40SOUPS & STARTERSSoups and StartersIngredients2 auberginessea salt30 ml (2 tbsp) olive oilSauce:200 ml carton crème frâiche285 g jar mushroom ant

41Ingredients100 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

42FISHStuffed Citrus Trout Serves 4Oven Accessory: glass turntable and grill rack1. Wash the fish and pat dry. Fill the fish cavities with the combine

43Ingredients25 g (1 oz) butter2 onions, peeled and quartered1 clove of garlic, crushed2 courgettes, sliced1 yellow pepper, sliced3 ml (1⁄2 tsp) cumin

44FISHIngredients1 green pepper, cut into chunks350 g (12 oz) cod or huss, cubed16 button mushrooms8 cherry tomatoes1 small can baby sweetcorn1 small

45MEAT AND POULTRYMeat and PoultryDEFROSTED JOINTSIf the meat has previously been frozen,ensure it is properly thawed before cookingby microwave. Defr

46MEAT AND POULTRYIngredients500 g (1 lb 2 oz) braising steak, cubed2 large onions, sliced thinly1 clove garlic, crushed30 ml (2 tbsp) seasoned flour1

47IngredientsFilling:350 g (12 oz) braising steak, cubed100 g (4 oz) kidney, cubed30 ml (2 tbsp) seasoned flour1 onion, chopped600 ml (1 pt) hot beef

48MEAT AND POULTRYIngredients15 ml (1 tbsp) sunflower oil450 g (1 lb) pork, cubed1 onion, sliced1 clove garlic, crushed1 green pepper, deseeded and cu

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

49PASTA AND RICEIngredients275 g (10 oz) spaghetti400 g (14 oz) new potatoes, cubed225 g (8 oz) green beans, halved120 g (41/2oz) tub fresh pestoolive

50PASTA AND RICEIngredients1 aubergine, cubedsalt350 g (12 oz) tagliatelle, fresh1 onion1 clove garlic crushed15 ml (1 tbsp) olive oil397 g (14 oz) t

51CHEESE AND EGG DISHESIngredients1 garlic clove, halved300 ml (1⁄2 pt) dry white wine450 g (1 lb) Gruyère cheese, grated25 g (1 oz) plain flourPinch

52CHEESE 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

53VEGETABLES AND VEGETARIANVegetables and Vegetarian• Root vegetables. i.e. carrots, swede,should be cut into slices, strips or cubes.• Do not mix fre

54VEGETABLES AND VEGETARIANIngredients1 clove of garlic, halved675 g (11⁄2 lb) potatoes, sliced very thinlypinch nutmegpepper and salt150 ml (1⁄4 pt)

55Ingredients2 onions, chopped 15 ml (1 tbsp) olive oil2 cloves garlic, crushed1 large aubergine, chopped2 courgettes, sliced1 large red pepper, desee

56Ingredients22.5 ml (1 1⁄2 tbsp) olive oil1⁄2 large red onion, chopped450 g (1 lb) red cabbage, finely shredded2 eating apples, cored, peeled and sli

57Ingredients150 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

58PUDDINGS AND DESSERTSIngredients1 cooking apple, peeled and grated1 carrot, peeled and grated1 orange, juice and grated rind of400 g (14 oz) mixed d

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

59SAUCESSaucesCONTAINER SIZEAlways use a container or jug at least twicethe capacity of the sauce, to avoid boilingover.COVERINGDO NOT cover sauces wh

60Baking GuidelinesDISH SHAPERing moulds are ideal for baking cakes in,especially dense cakes. They help preventthe outside edge of the cake overcooki

61BAKINGIngredients75 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

62Ingredients450 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

63Questions and AnswersTechnical SpecificationsBuilding-inYour OvenNN-V653/ NN-V623 NN-V453Rated Voltage: 230-240V, 50Hz 230-240V, 50HzOperating Freq

64IndexAAdapting Recipes... 39Apples, poached/stewed...

65KKedgeree ... 51LLambguidelines...

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