Panasonic NN-SD456 manual

R R R F OR M ODELS : NN-SD466 / NN-SD456 / NN-SD446 M ICROWAVE C OOKERY B OOK & O PERATING I NSTRUCTIONS[...]

(Opens 3 days a week) Standard Conversion Chart Weight 1 / 2 oz – 15g 1oz – 25g 2oz – 50g 3oz – 75g 4oz – 100g 5oz – 150g 6oz – 175g 7oz – 200g 8oz – 225g 9oz – 250g 10oz – 275g 1 1oz – 300g 12oz – 350g 13oz – 375g 14oz – 400g 15oz – 425g 1lb/16oz – 450g Capacity 1 / 2 tsp – 3ml 1tsp – 5ml 1tbsp – 15ml 1 / 4 [...]

1 W elcome to Panasonic Microwave Cooking Dear Owner , Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic Microwave Oven. Even if this is not your first microwave oven, do please read the opening chapters of this cookbook to achieve perfect results every time We hope you enjoy using your new oven but should you require any further help or explanation, phone our [...]

2 This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience, which may be marked, and rated, either 10 amps or 13 amps. A 10 amp or 13 amp fuse is fitted according to the type of mains plug fitted. Should the fuse need to be replaced, please ensure that the replacement fuse has the correct rating for the type of[...]

3 1. Examine Y our Oven Unpack oven, remove all packing material, and examine the oven for any damage such as dents, broken door latches or cracks in the door . Notify dealer immediately if unit is damaged. Do NOT install if unit is damaged. 2. Guarantee Y our receipt is your guarantee, please keep safely . 3. Cord If the supply cord of this applia[...]

4 1. Switch the oven off before cleaning and unplug at socket if possible. 2. Keep the inside of the oven, door seals and door seal areas clean. When food splatters or spilled liquids adhere to oven walls, door seals and door seal areas wipe off with a damp cloth. Mild detergent may be used if they get very dirty . The use of harsh detergents or ab[...]

5 1. Do not operate the oven without the Roller Ring and Glass T urntable in place. 2. Only use the Glass T urntable specifically designed for this oven. Do not substitute with any other Glass T urntable. 3. If Glass T urntable is hot, allow to cool before cleaning or placing in water . 4. Do not cook directly on Glass T urntable. Always place food[...]

6 Safety If smoke or a fire occurs in the oven, press Stop/Cancel pad and leave the door closed in order to stifle any flames. Disconnect the power cord, or shut off the power at the fuse or the circuit breaker panel. Short Cooking Times As microwave cooking times are much shorter than other cooking methods it is essential that recommended cooking [...]

7 9. Meat Thermometer . Use a meat thermometer to check the degree of cooking of roasts and poultry only when meat has been removed from the microwave. If undercooked, return to the oven and cook for a few more minutes at the recommended power level. Do not leave a conventional meat thermometer in the oven when microwaving. 10. Paper , Plastic. Whe[...]

8 Microwave energy has been used in this country to cook and reheat food since early experiments with RADAR in World War II. Microwaves are present in the atmosphere all the time, both naturally and from manmade sources. Manmade sources include radar , radio, television, telecommunication links and car phones. Microwaving Principles The microwaves [...]

9 General Guidelines PIERCING The skin or membrane on some foods will cause steam to build up during cooking. These foods must be pierced or a strip of skin should be peeled off before cooking to allow the steam to escape. Eggs, potatoes, apples, sausages etc, will all need to be pierced before cooking. DO NOT A TTEMPT TO BOIL EGGS IN THEIR SHELLS.[...]

10 DISH SIZE Follow the dish sizes given in the recipes, as these affect the cooking and reheating times. A quantity of food spread in a bigger dish cooks and reheats more quickly . QUANTITY Small quantities cook faster than large quantities, also small meals will reheat more quickly than large portions. SP ACING Foods cook more quickly and evenly [...]

11 Containers to use When unsure that a cooking container is suitable for use in your microwave, check by the following test: 1. Fill a microwave safe measuring jug with 300ml ( 1 ⁄ 2 pt) cold water . 2. Place it on the turntable alongside the dish to be tested. If the dish you are testing is a large dish, then stand the measuring jug on top of t[...]

12 PLASTIC Many plastic containers are designed for microwave use. Only use T upperware ® containers if they are designed for microwave use. Do not use Melamine – although it is heat resistant it absorbs microwave energy and scorches. Even if a container is microwave safe, do not use for cooking foods high in sugar or fat. Foods that require lon[...]

13 Control Panel NN-SD466/NN-SD456/NN-SD446* (1) Display Window (2) Microwave Power Setting (3) T urbo Reheat (4) Auto Weight Defrost Programs (5) Delay/Stand Pad: This can be used to delay a cooking program for up to 9 hrs 90 mins., or used to time or for standing (non-cooking) time. (6) Clock Pad: Press the clock pad. Using the T ime/Weight Dial [...]

1 Plug in Plug into a 13 amp fused electrical socket. Y ou will be reminded to read your operating instructions. 2 Press Clock Pad Set clock as a 12hr clock. Set time using T ime/Weight Dial. Press clock pad again. (See page 15 for details). 3 Demonstration Mode This is to enable you to experiment setting various programs. (The letter D will always[...]

15 ● Press Clock Pad “SET TIME” will appear in the display window, and the colon starts to blink. ● T urn Time/W eight Dial Enter time of day by using the T ime/Weight Dial. T ime counts up in minutes. T urning the dial slowly will count up in 1 minute steps. T urning the dial quickly will count up in 10 minute steps. Set as a 12 hour clock[...]

16 Using the the Delay/Stand Feature The Delay/Stand Pad is used as a timing pad either before, during or after a cooking program (up to 30 minutes). When the Delay/Stand Pad is selected with a time, there is no microwave power in the oven during this time. 1. T o Set a Standing Time: ● Press the Delay Pad ● Set Delay time using the T ime/Weigh[...]

17 Microwave Cooking and Defrosting ACCESSOR Y TO USE: When using your oven, the glass turntable provided must always be in position. DO NOT place food directly onto the turntable except in the case of Jacket Potatoes or Auto Program Jacket Potatoes. Foods reheated or cooked by MICROW A VE are normally covered with a lid or cling film, unless other[...]

18 This feature allows you to defrost minced meat, chops, chicken portions, meat joints and bread. The CHAOS defrost pad should be pressed to select the correct category and then enter in the weight of the food in grams or pounds and ounces using the appropriate pads (See page 17). Foods should be placed in a suitable dish, whole chickens and joint[...]

19 1 Check foods during defrosting. Foods vary in their defrosting speed. 2 It is not necessary to cover the food. 3 Always turn or stir the food especially when the oven “beeps’ ’. Shield if necessary (see point 5). 4 Minced meat/chops/chicken portions should be broken up or separated as soon as possible and placed in a single layer . 5 Shie[...]

20 Meat Defrosting Time Method Standing Time Beef/Lamb/ 14-16 mins. Place in a suitable dish or on an upturned 60 mins. Pork Joint 450g (1lb) saucer or use a rack. T urn 3-4 times. Shield. Minced Beef 12 mins. Place in a suitable dish. 15 mins. 450g (1lb) Break up and turn 3-4 times. Chops 10 mins. Place in a suitable dish in a single layer . 15 mi[...]

Program Minimum Maximum 1 Curry 300g (1 1oz) 800g (1lb 12oz) 2 Chinese 300g (1 1oz) 450g (1lb) 3 Pasta 300g (1 1oz) 1500g (3lb 5oz) 4 Casserole 300g (1 1oz) 1000g (2lb 2oz) 5 Fresh V egetables 100g (4oz) 800g (1lb 12oz) 6 Fresh Fish 100g (4oz) 800g (1lb 12oz) 7 Jacket Potatoes 200g (7oz) 1500g (3lb 5oz) 8 Boiled Potatoes 200g (7oz) 1000g (2lb 2oz) [...]

22 This program is for reheating a chilled curry convenience meal that can be stirred. Foods must be in a suitable single section microwaveable container* and have the film pierced. Place on turntable. Select program 1 using Auto Cook Menu Dial. Enter the weight then press ST ART . Stir halfway . Allow to stand for 1 minute. Ensure that the food is[...]

23 Program Minimum Maximum 1 Curry 300g (1 1 oz) 800g (1lb 12oz) 2 Chinese 300g (1 1 oz) 450g (1lb) 3 Pasta 300g (1 1 oz) 1500g (3lb 5oz) 4 Jacket Potatoes 200g (7 oz) 1500g (3lb 5oz) 5 Fresh V egetables 100g (4 oz) 800g (1lb 12oz) 6 Fresh Fish 100g (4 oz) 800g (1lb 12oz) Auto W eight Reheat / Cook Programs NN-SD446 Minimum/Maximum W eights to use [...]

24 Cooking and Reheating Guidelines Most foods reheat very quickly in your oven by HIGH power . Meals can be brought back to serving temperature in just minutes and will taste freshly cooked and NOT leftover . Always check food is piping hot and return to oven if necessary . As a general rule, always cover wet foods, e.g. soups, casseroles and plat[...]

25 The times given in the charts below are a guideline only , and will vary depending on ST ARTING temperature, dish size etc. HEA TING CA TEGOR Y Y our oven is Heating Category E and this is displayed on the front of your oven door . The information on this label will assist you in using new instructions on food packs to enable you to program the [...]

26 Reheating Char ts POINTS FOR CHECKING Always check that food is piping hot after reheating in the microwave. If unsure return to oven. Foods will still require a ST AND TIME, especially if they cannot be stirred. The denser the food the longer the stand time. Weight/ Power Time to Food Quantity Level Select (approx) Instructions/Guidelines CANNE[...]

27 Reheating Char ts POINTS FOR CHECKING Always check that food is piping hot after reheating in the microwave. If unsure return to oven. Foods will still require a ST AND TIME, especially if they cannot be stirred. The denser the food the longer the stand time. Weight/ Power Time to Food Quantity Level Select (approx) Instructions/Guidelines P AST[...]

28 Reheating Char ts POINTS FOR CHECKING Always check that food is piping hot after reheating in the microwave. If unsure return to oven. Foods will still require a ST AND TIME, especially if they cannot be stirred. The denser the food the longer the stand time. Weight/ Power T ime to Food Quantity Level Select (approx) Instructions/Guidelines PUDD[...]

29 POINTS FOR CHECKING Always check that food is piping hot after reheating in the microwave. If unsure return to oven. Foods will still require a ST AND TIME, especially if they cannot be stirred. The denser the food the longer the stand time. Cooking Char ts Weight/ Choice of Time Approx. Food Quantity Cooking Modes (mins.) Instructions/Guideline[...]

30 Cooking Char ts Weight/ Choice of Time Approx. Food Quantity Cooking Modes (mins.) Instructions/Guidelines EGGS – Poached. W ater 45 ml HIGH 50 secs. • Place in a small bowl and heat for 1st cooking time. Egg 1 MEDIUM 30 secs. • Add egg (medium sized). W ater 90 ml HIGH 1 • Pierce yolk and white. Eggs 2 MEDIUM 1 • Cover . W ater 135 ml[...]

31 POINTS FOR CHECKING Always check that food is piping hot after reheating in the microwave. If unsure return to oven. Foods will still require a ST AND TIME, especially if they cannot be stirred. The denser the food the longer the stand time. Cooking Char ts Weight/ Choice of Time Approx. Food Quantity Cooking Modes (mins.) Instructions/Guideline[...]

32 Cooking Char ts Weight/ Choice of Time Approx. Food Quantity Cooking Modes (mins.) Instructions/Guidelines RICE – Place in a large microwave safe bowl. Easycook Brown 250 g HIGH 15-17 Long Grain White 250 g MEDIUM 14 Use 600 ml (1 pt) boiling water . Cover . Long Grain Brown 250 g MEDIUM 20 Wild Rice & Brown Rice Mix 250 g MEDIUM 18 MILK P[...]

33 Cooking Char ts Weight/ Choice of Time Approx. Food Quantity Cooking Modes (mins.) Instructions/Guidelines FRESH VEGET ABLES – Place in shallow microwave safe dish. Peas 450 g HIGH 4-6 Potatoes – boiled 450 g HIGH 6-7 Potatoes – par-boiled 450 g HIGH 4-5 Add 90 ml (6 tbsp) water . Cover. Potatoes – new whole 450 g HIGH 6-7 Potatoes – t[...]

34 Increasing and Decreasing Recipes INCREASING RECIPES • T o increase a recipe from 4 to 6 servings, increase each ingredient listed by half. T o double the quantity , simply double every ingredient listed. • Do not forget that large quantities will require a larger dish. Make sure that it is deep enough to prevent the recipe from boiling over[...]

35 Soups and Star ters I ngredients 8 rashers streaky bacon, stretched and halved 450 g (1 lb) minced pork 60 ml (4 tbsp) breadcrumbs 5 ml (1 tsp) sage 1 onion, finely chopped 15 ml (1 tbsp) lemon juice 30 ml (2 tbsp) parsley , chopped 15 ml (1 tbsp) capers salt and pepper to taste Coarse Pork Pâtés Serves 4 Dish: 4 ramekin dishes 8 cm (3”) dia[...]

36 S tuf fed Citrus Trout Serves 4 Dish: large shallow dish 1. W ash, cut the heads off the fish and pat dry . Pierce the flesh all over . Fill the fish cavities with the combined stuffing ingredients and arrange the fish in a shallow dish. 2. Pour over the orange and lime juice. Season. Marinade for one hour . 3. Dot with butter , cover and cook o[...]

37 I ngredients 450 g (1 lb) smoked haddock 30 ml (2 tbsp) lemon juice 15 ml (1 tbsp) oil 1 large onion, sliced 600 g (1 1 ⁄ 4 lb) cooked jacket potatoes, sliced (see page 33) 40 g (1 1 ⁄ 2 oz) butter 40 g (1 1 ⁄ 2 oz) flour 3 ml ( 1 ⁄ 2 tsp) mustard 600 ml (1 pt) milk salt and pepper 100 g (4 oz) Red Leicester cheese 75 g (3 oz) wholemeal [...]

38 I ngredients 25 g (1 oz) butter 2 onions, peeled and quartered 1 clove of garlic, crushed 2 courgettes, sliced 1 yellow pepper , sliced 3 ml ( 1 ⁄ 2 tsp) cumin 3 ml ( 1 ⁄ 2 tsp) paprika 15 ml (1 tbsp) tomato puree 400 g (14 oz) can tomatoes 8 plaice fillets 15 ml (1 tbsp) lemon juice Plaice Provencal Serves 4 Dish: large shallow rectangular [...]

39 MEA T AND POUL TRY Meat and Poultry DEFROSTED JOINTS If the meat has previously been frozen, ensure it is properly thawed before cooking by microwave. Defrosted joints of meat must be allowed to ST AND for a minimum of 60 mins. before cooking to ensure the centre is fully defrosted. FAT Large amounts of fat absorb microwave energy and can cause [...]

40 I ngredients 1 onion, diced 1 clove of garlic, crushed 1 green pepper , diced 30 ml (2 tbsp) oil 100 g (4 oz) mushrooms, sliced 225 g (8 oz) lean minced beef 1 glass of red wine 15 ml (1 tbsp) mixed herbs 100 g (4 oz) garlic sausage or bacon, diced 396 g (14 oz) can chopped tomatoes 30 ml (2 tbsp) tomato puree salt and pepper I ngredients 675 g [...]

41 MEA T AND POUL TRY I ngredients 500 g (1 lb 2 oz) braising steak, cubed 2 large onions, sliced thinly 1 clove garlic, crushed 30 ml (2 tbsp) seasoned flour 15 ml (1 tbsp) brown sugar 300 ml ( 1 / 2 pt) hot beef stock 300 ml ( 1 / 2 pt) light ale 15 ml (1 tbsp) wine vinegar 5 ml (1 tsp) mixed herbs 2 bay leaves Belgian Beef Casserole Serves 4 Dis[...]

42 I ngredients 15 ml (1 tbsp) sunflower oil 450 g (1 lb) pork, cubed 1 onion, sliced 1 clove garlic, crushed 1 green pepper , deseeded and cut into strips 15 ml (1 tbsp) paprika 3 ml ( 1 / 2 tsp) ground cumin 396 g (14 oz) can chopped tomatoes 15 ml (1 tbsp) tomato puree 150 ml ( 1 / 4 pt) hot pork or chicken stock 175 g (6 oz) button mushrooms bl[...]

43 I ngredients 275 g (10 oz) spaghetti 400 g (14 oz) new potatoes, cubed 225 g (8 oz) green beans, halved 120 g (4 1 / 2 oz) tub fresh pesto olive oil, for drizzling salt and fresh ground black pepper Pes to Spaghetti Serves 4 Dish: large casserole 1. Place spaghetti in a large bowl, add 1 litre (1 3 / 4 pt) of boiling water, cover and cook on HIG[...]

44 I ngredients 30 ml (2 tbsp) olive oil 1 onion, finely chopped 2 cm ( 3 ⁄ 4 ”) fresh root ginger , peeled and chopped 10 ml (2 tsp) cumin seeds 3 ml ( 1 ⁄ 2 tsp) turmeric 1 cinnamon stick, broken in half 4 boneless chicken breasts, cubed 275 g (10 oz) basmati rice 1 litre (1 3 ⁄ 4 pt) hot chicken stock 75 g (3 oz) ready to eat dried apric[...]

45 I ngredients 1 garlic clove, halved 300 ml ( 1 ⁄ 2 pt) dry white wine 450 g (1 lb) Gruyère cheese, grated 25 g (1 oz) plain flour Pinch of pepper Pinch of grated nutmeg Paprika for sprinkling Swiss Cheese Fondue Serves 4-6 Dish: large 2 litre (4 pt) bowl 1. Place garlic and wine in the bowl and cook on HIGH power for 4 mins., or until wine is[...]

46 CHEESE AND EGG DISHES Macaroni Cheese Serves 4 Dish: large dish + jug 1. Cook macaroni in 450ml ( 3 / 4 pt) boiling water on HIGH power for 5-6 mins. or until soft. Drain. 2. Place butter , onion and bacon in a jug. Cook on HIGH power for 5 mins. or until onion is soft. Stir halfway through cooking. 3. Stir in flour and cook for 30 secs. on HIGH[...]

47 V egetables and V egetarian • Root vegetables. i.e. carrots, swede, should be cut into slices, strips or cubes. • Do not mix fresh and frozen vegetables as the cooking times may be different. • Cabbage should be shredded and cooked by power and time. • Fresh vegetables require 90 ml (6 tbsp) of water . For each extra 450 g (1 lb) add an [...]

48 VEGET ABLES AND VEGET ARIAN I ngredients 1 clove of garlic, halved 675 g (1 1 ⁄ 2 lb) potatoes, sliced very thinly pinch nutmeg salt and pepper 150 ml ( 1 ⁄ 4 pt) double cream 25 g (1 oz) butter Gratin Dauphinois Serves 4 Dish: 20 cm (8”) shallow dish 1. Rub halves of garlic around inside of dish and discard. 2. Layer the potato slices in [...]

49 VEGET ABLES AND VEGET ARIAN I ngredients 2 onions, chopped 15 ml (1 tbsp) olive oil 2 cloves garlic, crushed 1 large aubergine, chopped 2 courgettes, sliced 1 large red pepper , deseeded and sliced 1 large green pepper , deseeded and sliced 400 g (14 oz) can chopped tomatoes 300 ml ( 1 / 2 pt) vegetable stock 5 ml (1 tsp) chopped rosemary 10 ml [...]

50 VEGET ABLES AND VEGET ARIAN Ingredients 22.5 ml (1 1 ⁄ 2 tbsp) olive oil 1 ⁄ 2 large red onion, chopped 450 g (1 lb) red cabbage, finely shredded 2 eating apples, cored, peeled and sliced 37 ml (2 1 ⁄ 2 tbsp) light muscovado sugar 30 ml (2 tbsp) red wine vinegar 22.5 ml (1 1 ⁄ 2 tbsp) red currant jelly 1 ⁄ 4 tsp ground cinnamon 50 g (2[...]

51 I ngredients 385 g (13 oz) can apple slices 100 g (4 oz) margarine 100 g (4 oz) light muscovado sugar 2 eggs 50 g (2 oz) ground almonds 50 g (2 oz) self raising flour 5 ml (1 tsp) ground mixed spice 60 ml (4 tbsp) flaked almonds Almond Eve’s Pudding Serves 4 Dish: 22 cm (8 1 / 2 ”) Pyrex® or microwave safe dish 1. Arrange the apple slices i[...]

52 I ngredients 4 medium sized apples 30 ml (2 tbsp) sugar 25-50 g (1-2 oz) mixed dried fruit 25g (1 oz) butter Baked Apples Serves 4 Dish: 20cm (8”) shallow dish 1. Core the apples and score the skin around the middle. 2. Mix together the sugar and fruit and fill the centres of the apples. 3. Dot the top with butter . Stand the apples in a suita[...]

53 I ngredients 30 g (1 1 ⁄ 4 oz) unsalted butter 125 g (4 1 ⁄ 2 oz) arborio rice 600 ml (1 pint) milk 50 g (2 oz) granulated sugar 50 g (2 oz) fine plain Continental chocolate, broken into pieces 50 g (2 oz) plain dark chocolate chips Chocolate Riso tto Indulgence Serves 4-6 Dish: Large bowl 1. Place butter in the bowl, cook on HIGH power for [...]

54 Sauces CONT AINER SIZE Always use a container or jug at least twice the capacity of the sauce, to avoid boiling over . COVERING DO NOT cover sauces when cooking. STIRRING – IMPORT ANT Sauces/gravy should be thoroughly stirred before, during and after cooking, to avoid any eruptions and to result in a smooth sauce. REHEA TING Sauces can be made[...]

55 BAKING Baking Guidelines DISH SHAPE Ring moulds are ideal for baking cakes in, especially dense cakes. They help prevent the outside edge of the cake overcooking before the dense centre is cooked through. KEEPING QUALITY Light sponge type cakes cook very quickly by microwave and so should be cooked as required, since their keeping quality is not[...]

56 BAKING I ngredients 75 g (3 oz) butter or margarine 30 ml (2 tbsp) golden syrup 75 g (3 oz) light brown sugar 150 g (5 oz) porridge oats 50 g (2 oz) raisins Chewy Flapjacks Makes: 8 slices Dish: 20 cm (8”) round flan dish 1. Place butter , syrup and sugar in a bowl and cook on HIGH power for 1-2 mins. or until melted. 2. Stir in the oats and r[...]

57 PRESERVES I ngredients 450 g (1 lb) soft fruit, washed 450 g (1 lb) caster sugar 30 ml (2 tbsp) lemon juice 5 ml (1 tsp) butter Soft Fruit Jam Makes approx. 1 1 / 2 lbs jam Dish: large bowl 1. Place all ingredients in a large bowl and stir . Cook on HIGH power for 5 mins. (10-15 mins. if using frozen fruit), stirring frequently . Continue to coo[...]

58 PRESERVES I ngredients 675 g (1 1 / 2 lb) plums or damsons 200 ml (7 fl. oz) water 675 g (1 1 / 2 lb) sugar 30 ml (2 tbsp) lemon juice 5 ml (1 tsp) butter Plum Jam Makes approx. 2-2 1 / 2 lbs jam Dish: large bowl 1. Prick the plums and place in a large bowl with the water . Cook on HIGH power for 5-10 mins. or until the fruit is soft. Add the re[...]

59 Questions and Answers T echnical Specifications Rated V oltage: 230-240 V 50 Hz Operating Frequency: 2,450 MHz Input Power:Microwave 1260 W (NN-SD466/SD456) 11 6 0 W (NN-SD446) Output Power: Microwave 900 W (IEC-60705) 1000 W T urbo Reheat (IEC-60705) Outer Dimensions: 510 (W) x 380 (D) x 304 (H) mm Oven Cavity Dimensions: 359 (W) x 352 (D) x 21[...]

60 Information on Disposal for Users of W aste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (private households) This symbol on the products and/or accompanying documents means that used electrical and electronic products should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling, please take these products to designate[...]

61 Index A Adapting Recipes.............................................................................. 34 Apples, poached/stewed................................................................... 30 Arcing.................................................................................................. 7 Auto weight cooking .....................[...]

62 K Kedgeree .......................................................................................... 43 L Lamb guidelines....................................................................................... 39 cooking charts................................................................................ 31 Chops ..............................[...]

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