Samsung SMH1816S/XAA User Manual - Page 18

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. 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 MEAT Place the meat fat side down on a microwave-safe roasting rack in a microwave-safe dish. Use narrow strips of aluminum foil to shield any bone tips or thin pieces of meat. Check the temperature in several places before letting the meat stand the recommended time. The following temperatures are the removal temperatures. The temperature of the food will rise during standing time. Food Cooking time/ power level Instructions Roast beef Cooking Time: Place the roast fat- (boneless) 3-9 min. / lb. for side down on the Up to 4 lbs. 145 °F - Rare roasting rack and 10-15 min. / lb. for cover with wax paper. 160 °F - Medium Turn over halfway 12-17 min. / lb. for through the cooking 170 °F - Well Done process. Let stand for Power Level: 10 to 15 minutes. High (10) for first 5 minutes, then Medium (5). Pork Cooking Time: (boneless 13-17 min. / lb. at or bone-in) 170 °F Well Done Up to 4 lbs. Power Level: High (10) for first 5 minutes, then Medium (5). Place the roast fatside down on the roasting rack and cover with wax paper. Turn over halfway through cooking process. Let stand for 10 to 15 minutes. The following temperatures are the removal temperatures. The temperature of the food will rise during standing time. Expect a 10 °F rise in temperature during the standing time. Food Beef Rare Medium Well Done Pork Medium Poultry Well Done Dark meat Light meat Remove from oven 135 °F 150 °F 160 °F 150 °F 160 °F 170 °F 160 °F After standing (10 MIN.) 145 °F 160 °F 170 °F 160 °F 170 °F 180 °F 170 °F COOKING POULTRY Place the poultry on a microwave-safe roasting rack in a microwave-safe dish and cover with wax paper to prevent spattering. Use aluminum foil to shield the bone tips, thin pieces of meat, or areas that may start to overcook. Check the temperature in several places before letting the poultry stand the recommended time. Food Whole chicken Up to 4 lbs. Chicken pieces Up to 2 lbs. Cooking time/ power level Cooking Time: 7-11 min. / lb. 180 °F dark meat 170 °F light meat Power Level: Medium High (7). Cooking Time: 7-10 min. / lb. 180 °F dark meat 170 °F light meat Power Level: Medium High (7). Instructions Place the chicken breastside down on the roasting rack. Cover with wax paper. Turn over half way through cooking process. Cook until the juices run clear and the meat near the bone is no longer pink. Let stand for 5-10 minutes. Place the chicken bone-side down on the dish, with the thickest portions towards the outside of the dish. Cover with wax paper. Turn over halfway through the cooking process. Cook until the juices run clear and the meat near the bone is no longer pink. Let stand for 5-10 minutes. 18_ cooking guide SMH1816_XAA_03942A_EN.indd 18 2011-06-10 5:33:27