Samsung SMH1816S/XAA User Manual - Page 20

Warm potato salad 2 lbs. small red potatoes, cut into ½-inch pieces 4 slices bacon (uncooked), cut into ½-inch pieces ¼ cup chopped onion 2 tsp. sugar 1 tsp. salt 1 tsp. flour ½ tsp. celery seed 1/8 tsp. pepper 2½ Tbs. apple cider vinegar 1. In a 2-quart casserole, combine the potatoes and ¼ cup water. Cover with lid. Cook at High until the potatoes are tender (7-10 minutes); stir twice. Drain and set aside to cool slightly. 2. In a medium bowl, cook the bacon at High until crisp (2½-3½ minutes); stir once. Place the bacon on a paper towel. Reserve 1 Tbs. drippings. 3. Combine the drippings and onion. Cover with plastic wrap; turn a corner back to vent steam. Cook at High until tender (1½-2½ minutes); stir once. 4. Stir in sugar, salt, flour, celery seed, and pepper. Cook at High until mixture boils (30-40 seconds). Stir in vinegar and ½ cup water. Cook at High until liquid boils and thickens slightly (1-2 minutes); stir once. Add bacon to dressing. Pour dressing over potatoes. Stir well. Makes 6 servings. Black bean soup 1 cup chopped onion 1 clove garlic, minced 2 cans (15 oz. each) black beans, drained 1 can (14-16 oz.) stewed tomatoes, chopped 1 can (13.75-14.5 oz.) chicken broth 1 can (7-8.5 oz.) corn 1 can (4 oz.) chopped green chilies 1-2 tsp. ground cumin 1. Place the onion and garlic in a 3-quart casserole. Cover with lid. Cook at High for 2 to 4 minutes until tender. 2. Add one can of beans, and mash the beans with a fork. Add remaining ingredients and mix well. 3. Cook uncovered at High for 10 minutes; stir. Reduce power to Medium and cook for 5 minutes. Stir before serving. Makes about 2 quarts. cleaning and maintaining your microwave oven Keeping your microwave oven clean improves its performance, wards off unnecessary repairs, and lengthens its life. CLEANING THE EXTERIOR It's best to clean spills on the outside of your microwave oven as they occur. Use a soft cloth and warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry. Do not get water into the vents. Never use abrasive CAUTION products or chemical solvents such as ammonia or alcohol as they can damage the appearance of your microwave. Cleaning under your microwave oven Regularly clean grease and dust from the bottom of your microwave using a solution of warm water and detergent. Cleaning the control panel Wipe with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly. Do not use cleaning sprays, large amounts of soap and water, abrasives or sharp objects on the panel as it is easily damaged. Cleaning the door and door seals Always ensure that the door seals are clean and that the door closes properly. Take particular care when cleaning the door seals to ensure that no particles accumulate and prevent the door from closing correctly. Wash the glass door with very mild soap and water. Be sure to use a soft cloth to avoid scratching. If a thin film of water accumulates on the inside or outside of the oven door, wipe it off with a soft cloth. A thin water film can accumulate when you operate the oven at high humidity and in no way indicates microwave leakage. CLEANING THE INTERIOR Ensure that the microwave oven has cooled down CAUTION before cleaning it to avoid injury. Remove the glass tray from the oven when cleaning CAUTION the oven or tray. To prevent the tray from breaking, handle it with care and do not put it in water immediately after cooking. Wash the tray carefully in warm sudsy water or in the dishwasher. Clean the interior surfaces (oven cavity) of your microwave oven periodically to remove any splashes or stains. To remove hardened food articles and remove smells, place 2 cups of water (add lemon juice for extra freshness) into a four-cup measuring glass. Run the microwave at High power for 5 minutes or until the water boils. Let water stand in the oven for one or two minutes. 20_ cleaning and maintaining your microwave oven SMH1816_XAA_03942A_EN.indd 20 2011-06-10 5:33:27