MICROWAVE RICE, PASTA & GRAIN
Rice :
For best results when cooking rice measure the rice in a jug.
Allow 2 measures of HOT water to each measure of rice.
Use a double the size casserole dish to the amount of liquid.
Never fill more than half full. Always cook covered either with the
lid or with cling film.
Cook on MEDIUM power or auto sensor
program. Stand covered for 5 minutes. Fluff up with a fork and serve.
Pasta:
For spaghetti, pasta shapes, macaroni, etc. Put the pasta into a large casserole dish Cover with plenty of boiling salted water. Boil the water in the kettle. Add 1 x 15 ml ( 1 tbsp ) oil. Stir well. Cook uncovered for the time directed below at HIGH power. Stir once during cooking. To cook by Auto Sensor cover and cook -
Rice, Pasta & Grain Cooking Details:
Item: Spaghetti
Quantity + Hot Water: 225 g ( 8 oz . ) +
600 ml ( 1 pt . ) +5 ml ( 1 tsp ) salt
Auto Sensor: Yes
Time on high in minutes: 7 - 8
Stand time in
minutes: 3-5
Item: Speciality Shapes
Quantity + Hot Water:: 225 g ( 8 oz . ) +
600 ml ( 1 pt . ) +5 ml ( 1 tsp ) salt
Auto Sensor: Yes
Time on high in minutes: 7- 8
Stand time in
minutes: 3-5
Item: Elbow Macaroni
Quantity + Hot Water: 225 g ( 8 oz . ) +
600 ml ( 1 pt . ) +5 ml ( 1 tsp ) salt
Auto Sensor: Yes
Time on high in minutes: 7
Stand time in
minutes: 3-5
Item: Noodles
Quantity + Hot Water: 225 g ( 8 oz . ) +
600 ml ( 1 pt . ) +5 ml ( 1 tsp ) salt
Auto Sensor: Yes
Time on high in minutes: 5
Stand time in
minutes: 3-5
Item: Lasagne ( not pre-cooked)
Quantity + Hot Water: 225 g ( 8 oz . ) +
600 ml ( 1 pt . ) +5 ml ( 1 tsp ) salt
Auto Sensor: Do
Not Cook On Auto
Time on high in minutes: 7 - 8
Stand time in
minutes: 3 - 5
Item: Rice: Easy-cook
Quantity + Hot Water: 150 ml ( 4 pt . ) +
300 ml ( ½ pt . ) +5 ml ( 1 tsp ) salt
Auto Sensor: Yes
Time on high in minutes: 6
- 8
Stand time in
minutes: 5
Item: Rice: Long Grain
Quantity + Hot Water: 150 ml ( 4 pt . ) +
300 ml ( ½ pt . ) +5 ml ( 1 tsp ) salt
Auto Sensor: Do
Not Cook On Auto
Time on high in minutes: PS
– MED 15
Stand time in
minutes: 10
Item: Rice: Brown Easy-cook
Quantity + Hot Water: 150 ml ( ½ pt . ) +
450 ml ( 4 pt . ) + 2x5 ml ( 2 tsp ) salt
Auto Sensor: Do
Not Cook On Auto
Time on high in minutes:: PS
– MED 20
Stand time in
minutes: 15
Item: Barley: Quick Cook
Quantity + Hot Water: 150 ml ( ½ pt . ) + 450 ml ( ½ pt . ) + 2x5
ml ( 2 tsp ) salt
Auto Sensor: Do
Not Cook On Auto
Time on high in minutes:: 6
Stand time in
minutes: 3-5 then drain
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