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Cooking guide
Standing
Foods cooked in the microwave build up internal heat and continue to cook for
a few minutes after the oven stops. Let foods stand to complete the cooking
process, especially foods such as roasts and whole vegetables. Roasts need this
time to complete cooking in the center without overcooking the outer areas. All
liquids, such as soup or hot chocolate, should be shaken or stirred when cooking is
complete. Let liquids stand a moment before serving. When heating baby food, stir
well and test the temperature before serving.
Adding moisture
Microwave energy is attracted to water molecules. Food that is uneven in moisture
content should be covered or allowed to stand so that the heat disperses evenly.
Add a small amount of water to dry food to help it cook.
Venting
After covering a dish with plastic wrap, vent the plastic wrap by turning back one
corner to let excess steam escape.
Cooking techniques
NOTE
If the oven is set to cook for more than 20 minutes, it will automatically adjust to
70 percent power after 20 minutes to avoid overcooking.
Stirring
Open the microwave door and stir foods such as casseroles and vegetables
occasionally while cooking to distribute heat evenly. Food at the outside of the
dish absorbs more energy and heats more quickly, so stir from the outside towards
the center. The oven will turn off when you open the door to stir your food.
Arrangement
Arrange unevenly shaped foods, such as chicken pieces or chops, with the thicker,
meatier parts toward the outside of the turntable where they can receive more
microwave energy. To prevent overcooking, place thin or delicate parts towards
the center of the turntable.
Shielding
Shield food with narrow strips of aluminum foil to prevent overcooking. Areas that
need shielding include poultry wing-tips, the ends of poultry legs, and corners of
square baking dishes. Use only small amounts of aluminum foil. Larger amounts
can damage your oven.
Turning
Turn foods over midway through the cooking cycle to expose all parts to the
microwave energy. This is especially important with large items such as roasts.
MG14J3020CM_AC_DE68-04270B-02_EN+CFR.indb 31 2017-12-21 9:45:01
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