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Auto Cook Mode

Use this function to heat common prepared foods without selecting cooking times and power levels. This function has preset programs for 28 food items.

Setting the Auto Cook Mode

  • Press Auto Cook.

  • Select the food item: Press 1 for bacon.

  • Press START to enter choice.

  • Set the weight or amount: Press 1 to select 3-4 slices of bacon.

  • Press START to begin cooking.

Auto Cook Menu

Refer to the information below to set the desired menu item and see the recommended amounts.

  • 1. Regular sliced bacon (3-4 or 5-6 slices)

    • Cookware: Microwave-safe bacon rack or plate on the glass tray

    • Food temperature: Refrigerated

    • Instructions: Place bacon slices on a microwave rack for best results. Use a plate lined with paper towels if rack is not available.

  • 2. Bagels (1 or 2-3 bagels)

    • Cookware: Metal tray

    • Food temperature: Frozen

  • 3. Baked Potatoes (1, 2, 3-4 potatoes (7-9 oz/ea))

    • Cookware: Metal tray

    • Food temperature: Room

    • Instructions: Pierce each potato several times with a fork.

  • 4. Brownie (8″ X 8″, 9″ X 13″)

    • Cookware: Microwave-safe cookware on the glass tray

    • Food temperature: Room

    • Instructions: Spray microwave-safe glass or silicone bakeware with cooking spray. Pour batter into bakeware, spreading it evenly. After cooking, allow to rest for a few minutes.

  • 5. Cod fillets (1 lb)

    • Cookware: Metal tray

    • Food temperature: Refrigerated

    • Instructions: Brush with oil and season with salt and pepper. Turn food over at the beep.

  • 6. Corn dog (1-2, 3-4)

    • Cookware: Metal tray

    • Food temperature: Frozen

  • 7. Fresh vegetable (4-6, 7-9, 10-12, 13-15, 16-20 oz)

    • Cookware: Microwave-safe glass or silicone bakeware on the glass tray

    • Food temperature: Refrigerated

    • Instructions: Add water according to the quantity (4-12 oz: add 2 tbsp water, 13-20 oz: add 4 tbsp water). Cover with vented plastic wrap. After cooking, stir and let stand for 3 minutes.

  • 8. Frozen chicken nuggets (1-2, 3-4 servings (3.5 oz / 100 g per serving))

    • Cookware: Metal tray

    • Food temperature: Frozen

    • Instructions: Turn food over at the beep.

  • 9. Frozen chicken wings (1-2, 3-4 servings (3.5 oz / 100 g per serving)

    • Cookware: Metal tray

    • Food temperature: Frozen

    • Instructions: Turn food over at the beep.

  • 10. Frozen fries (1-2, 3-4 servings (3.5 oz / 100 g per serving)

    • Cookware: Metal tray

    • Food temperature: Frozen

    • Instructions: Turn food over at the beep.

  • 11. Frozen pizza, Regular crust (Individual: 6″, Regular: 12″)

    • Cookware: Metal tray

    • Food temperature: Frozen

  • 12. Frozen soft pretzels (1, 2, 3-4 pretzels)

    • Cookware: Metal tray

    • Food temperature: Frozen

  • 13. Frozen vegetables (4-6, 7-9, 10-12, 13-15, 16-20 oz)

    • Cookware: Microwave-safe bowl on the glass tray

    • Food temperature: Frozen

    • Instructions: Add water according to the quantity (4-12 oz: add 2 tbsp water, 13-20 oz: add 4 tbsp water). Cover with vented plastic wrap. After cooking, stir and let stand for 3 minutes.

  • 14. Garlic bread, sliced and frozen (1-2, 3-4, 5-6 pieces)

    • Cookware: Metal tray

    • Food temperature: Frozen

    • Instructions: Turn food over at the beep.

  • 15. Hamburger, 1/2″ thick (2, 3-4, 5-6 patties)

    • Cookware: Metal tray

    • Food temperature: Refrigerated

    • Instructions: Turn food over at the beep.

  • 16. Lamb chops, 1/2″ thick (6-7 oz) (1, 2, 3-4 chops)

    • Cookware: Metal tray

    • Food temperature: Refrigerated

    • Instructions: Brush with oil and season with salt and pepper. Turn food over at the beep.

  • 17. Meat loaf (9″ X 5″)

    • Cookware: Microwave-safe glass or silicone bakeware on the glass tray

    • Food temperature: Refrigerated

    • Ingredients:

      Ground meat: 28 oz / 800 g, Egg (refrigerated: 4 oz / 115 g, Salt: 1/2 tsp / 2 g)

    • Instructions: Place meat mixture into microwave-safe 9" x 5" glass or silicone bakeware.

  • 18. Nachos (1-3, 4-6 servings (8 ea / 1 serving))

    • Cookware: Metal tray

    • Food temperature: Room

  • 19. Oatmeal (1, 2 servings)

    • Cookware: Large microwave-safe bowl on the glass tray

    • Food temperature: Room

    • Ingredients:

      1 Serving: Oats 1/2 cup (40 g), Water or Milk 1 cup (230 g), Salt (Optional) dash

      2 Servings: Oats 1 cup (80 g), Water or Milk 1 1/2 cups (345 g), Salt (Optional) 1/8 tsp

    • Instructions: Combine water or milk, salt and oats in a large microwave-safe bowl. Cover with vented plastic wrap. After cooking, let stand for 3 minutes.

  • 20. Pork chops, 1/2″ thick (1, 2, 3-4 chops)

    • Cookware: Metal tray

    • Food temperature: Refrigerated

    • Instructions: Brush with oil and season with salt and pepper. Turn food over at the beep.

  • 21. Quinoa (1, 2 generous servings)

    • Cookware: Microwave-safe bowl on the glass tray

    • Food temperature: Room

    • Ingredients:

      1 Serving: Quinoa 1/2 cup (40 g), Water or Milk 1 cup (230 g), Salt (Optional) dash

      2 Servings: Quinoa 1 cup (80 g), Water or Milk 1 1/2 cups (345 g), Salt (Optional) 1/8 tsp

    • Instructions: Combine water or milk, salt and quinoa in a large microwave-safe bowl. Cover with vented plastic wrap. After cooking, let stand for 3 minutes.

  • 22. Ribeye steak, 1″ thick (14-15 oz) (1, 2 steaks)

    • Cookware: Metal tray

    • Food temperature: Refrigerated

    • Instructions: Brush with oil and season with salt and pepper. Turn food over at the beep.

  • 23. Rice (1/2, 1 cup)

    • Cookware: Deep and large microwave-safe bowl on the glass tray

    • Food temperature: Room

    • Ingredients:

      Rice: 1/2 cup (96 g), 1 cup (192 g)

      Water: 1 cup (230 g), 2 cups (460 g)

      Salt: Optional

    • Instructions: Cover with vented plastic wrap. After cooking, let stand for 5-10 minutes.

  • 24. Salmon steak, 1″ thick (1, 2, 3-4 steaks)

    • Cookware: Metal tray

    • Food temperature: Refrigerated

    • Instructions: Brush with oil and season with salt and pepper. Turn food over at the beep.

  • 25. Sausage (1-6 , 7-14 links)

    • Cookware: Metal tray

    • Food temperature: Refrigerated

    • Instructions: Turn food over at the beep.

  • 26. Sirloin steak, 1″ thick (18-21 oz) (1, 2 steaks)

    • Cookware: Metal tray

    • Food temperature: Refrigerated

    • Instructions: Brush with oil and season with salt and pepper. Turn food over at the beep.

  • 27. Tenderloin (¾ , 1 ½ lb)

    • Cookware: Metal tray

    • Food temperature: Refrigerated

    • Instructions: Brush with oil and season with salt and pepper. Turn food over at the beep.

  • 28. Canned vegetables (4-6, 7-9, 10-12, 13-15, 16-20 oz)

    • Cookware: Microwave-safe bowl on the glass tray

    • Food temperature: Room

    • Instructions: Transfer canned vegetables to microwave-safe bowl. Cover with vented plastic wrap. After cooking, stir and let stand for 3 minutes.

Warning
  • Do not use recycled paper products in the upper oven. They sometimes contain impurities that cause arcing and sparking.

  • NEVER use paper products in the convection oven.