Samsung MC17J8000C User Manual - Page 43

Standing Food cooked in the microwave builds up internal heat and continues to cook for a few minutes after the oven stops. Let food stand to complete cooking, especially food 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 so excess steam can escape. Recommended cooking utensils • Dense foods, such as potatoes, take longer to heat than lighter foods. Food with a delicate texture should be heated at a low power level to prevent it from becoming tough. • Altitude and the type of cookware you are using can affect cooking time. When trying a new recipe, use the minimum cooking time and check the food occasionally to prevent overcooking. • Food with a non-porous skin such as potatoes or hot dogs should be pierced to prevent bursting. • Frying with oil or fat is not recommended. Fat and oil can suddenly boil over and cause severe burns. • Some ingredients heat faster than others. For example, the jelly inside a jelly doughnut will be hotter than the dough. Keep this in mind to avoid burns. • Home canning in the microwave oven is not recommended because all harmful bacteria may not be destroyed by the microwave heating process. • Although microwaves do not heat the cookware, the heat from the food is often transferred to the cookware. Always use pot holders when removing food from the microwave and instruct children to do the same. • Making candy in the microwave is not recommended as candy can heat to very high temperatures. Keep this in mind to avoid injury. Guide for cooking eggs in your microwave • Never cook eggs in the shell and never warm hard-cooked eggs in the shell. They can explode. • Always pierce whole eggs to keep them from bursting. • Cook eggs just until set. They become tough if overcooked. Cooking guide MC17J8000CG_AA_DE68-04224E-02_EN+MES.indb 43 English 43 7/11/2018 11:13:18 AM