Kenwood Storage Server User Manual

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before use11introducing microwave cookingAlways remember the basic safeguards you would follow whenusing any cooking equipment or handling hot food.See below for basic guidelines in microwave cooking.If you are unfamiliar with using a microwave, refer to the back ofthis instruction booklet for more information.cooking with a microwave● Cooking with a microwave is much faster than conventionalcooking and, whilst you should make sure that food is fullycooked, you should be careful not to overcook it.● Microwave energy can heat unevenly so stirring to distributeheat is very important. Always stir from the outside, inwards.● If you are cooking a number of individual foods at the sametime, such as baked potatoes or small cakes, arrange themevenly on the turntable so that they cook evenly. Never stackfood in your microwave.● Turn larger foods such as meat roasts and poultry duringcooking so that the top and bottom cook evenly. It is also rec-ommended to turn pieces of meat or poultry, especially if theycontain the bone.● Meat and poultry which is cooked for 15 minutes or more willbrown lightly in it’s own fat. Anything cooked for a shorter timecan be brushed with a browning sauce to give an appetisingcolour.● Strips of aluminium foil can be used to cover the thinner piecesof food to stop them overcooking before the thicker parts ofthe food have had a chance to cook. Use the foil sparingly andwrap around the food or container carefully to stop it touchingthe inside of the oven which could cause sparks.NOTE: You should always have your microwave checked by aqualified technician if it has been dropped or damaged toensure it is safe to use.