JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, 28 November 2018 – The microwave gets a lot of use during the festive season. With the holidays just around the corner, perhaps no appliance will see a greater spike in usage than the microwave. With family and friends coming together, chances are you’re going to have a lot of little mouths to feed and keep entertained. Your microwave may just be the little helper that makes all the difference.

“Everyone knows how convenient a microwave can be but few really maximise what it can do. At Samsung we are committed to designing products that make life easier. Our customers already experience this with the Samsung Hotblast. Its revolutionary functions are tailor-made for busy households and the festive season is definitely a time to discover how your microwave can delight you,” says Tracy Gordon, Head of Product – Home Appliances at Samsung South Africa.

When the kiddies need a snack or dessert in a hurry look no further than your microwave. The recipes below tick a few helpful boxes; they’re quick, you can serve them in a mug and you can even get the kids to help you prepare them. Each kid can enjoy the delicious results of their own special creation. Share the festive joy with these microwave recipes as we head into the most wonderful time of the year.

Banana Bread Cake in a Mug

If your kids love dessert but you’re focused on getting them to eat healthy, this banana bread mug cake is a delicious compromise.

Ingredients (Serves one)

1⁄2 medium size ripe banana, plus a few slices for garnish

1 tbsp almond butter

1 egg white

1⁄2 tsp vanilla extract

4 1⁄2 tbsp oat flour

1⁄4 tsp baking powder

1⁄4 tsp ground cinnamon, plus more for garnish

1⁄4 tsp kosher salt

Instructions

Prep 2 min | Cook 1 min | Ready 3 min

Place banana in a microwave safe cup or ramekin and mash with a fork.

Stir in almond butter, egg white and vanilla extract.

Add oat flour, baking powder, cinnamon and salt and mix until well combined.

Microwave on high for 45 seconds to 1 minute or until the middle of the cake is firm.

Top with banana slices and sprinkle with cinnamon.

Pizza in a Mug

When hunger strikes, enjoy a tasty pizza in a mug, in minutes. The kids can add any ‘creative’ toppings they like and it’s faster than a pizza delivery.

Ingredients (Serves one)

4 tbsp all-purpose flour

1/8 tsp baking powder

1/16 tsp baking soda

1/8 tsp salt

3 tbsps milk

1 tbsp olive oil

1 tbsp marinara sauce

1 generous tbsp shredded mozzarella cheese

5 mini pepperoni

1/2 tsp dried Italian herbs (basil or oregano will work)

Instructions

Prep Time 5 min | Cook Time 1 min | Ready 6 min

Mix the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt together in a microwavable mug

Add in the milk and oil with mix together. There might be some lumps but that’s ok.

Spoon on the marinara sauce and spread it around the surface of the batter.

Sprinkle on the cheese, pepperoni and dried herbs.

Microwave for 1 minute and 10-20 seconds, or until it rises up and the topping are bubbling.

Enjoy straight away.

Brownie in a mug

Sometimes a brownie can hit the sweet spot like nothing else. And a brownie in a cup is more fun than a trip to the shops.

Ingredients (Serves one)

2 tbsps of butter

2 tbsps of sugar

1 firmly packed tbsp of light brown sugar

1/4 tsp of pure vanilla extract

Pinch of kosher salt

1 egg yolk

4 tbsps of flour

1 tbsp of unsweetened cocoa powder

2 heaping tbsps of semi-sweet chocolate chunks

Instructions

Prep Time 5 min | Cook Time 1 min | Ready 6 min

Melt butter in microwave safe mug or ramekin.

Butter should be melted, not boiling.

Stir together butter, sugars, vanilla and salt.

Stir in egg yolk. Do not use egg white. Save for a different recipe or discard.

Add flour and cocoa powder and stir again until well combined.

Finally, add chocolate chunks.

Cook for about 45 seconds in microwave.

There you have it. A few quick microwave recipes to keep the kids happy and even healthy. By turning the preparation into a fun, group activity you get a lot more mileage out of your microwave.

When it comes to bigger meals, you can still trust your microwave to do the job. With the Samsung Hotblast, you can cook entire meals deliciously and in no time. The HotBlast has multiple air holes blowing out powerful hot air, which reduces cooking time. The SLIM FRY technology also ensures that your food is perfectly crisp on the outside and delicious and juicy on the inside. Additionally, this versatile microwave also has a wider grill, making it easier to brown food fast and evenly. The turntable is wider, measuring 345mm, making it easier to prepare bigger portions of food. And with its ECO Mode power it significantly reduces energy consumption with its low standby power. Ultimately, its intelligent features and stylish design makes it perfect for any kitchen.

Recipes sourced from:

http://www.coupons.com/thegoodstuff/easy-microwave-recipes/

https://www.number-2-pencil.com/microwave-brownie-in-a-cup//

http://www.kitchme.com/recipes/skinny-microwave-banana-mug-cake?utm_source=tgs&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=mugcakes

JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, 02 October 2018 – Spring is in the air. What better way to welcome the warmer weather than with a picnic under our great African skies. Whether it’s with family, friends or that special someone who makes your heart skip a beat, eating al fresco is always a winner. Surprisingly, Samsung’s HotBlast microwave might be the secret weapon to make your day out one to remember.

“Making life a little easier is part of Samsung’s mission. Using advanced technologies such as the Samsung HotBlast is just one way to entice people with mouth-watering delights,” says Tracy Gordon, Head of Product Marketing – Digital Appliances Samsung South Africa.

The Samsung HotBlast will help you whip up a delicious spread in no time. The device’s innovative technology reduces cooking times significantly. Powerful hot air is blown through multiple air-holes directly onto food, so it’s cooked evenly with a crispy outside and juicy inside. Despite its compact size, the internal dimensions have been increased, so the turntable is even wider, measuring 345 mm, enabling you to cook larger plates of food. But for your day under the sun you can opt for three simple, quick and tasty ideas, guaranteed to put a smile on any picnicker’s face.

A Coffee Cup Chilaquiles

Ingredients:

• 1 egg
• 1 Tbsp milk
• Salt to taste
• Ground black pepper
• 1 Tbsp sharp cheddar cheese
• 5 tortilla chips, divided
• 1 Tbsp salsa
• Sour cream
• Feta cheese
• Chopped green onion

Method:

1. Beat egg and milk with a fork in a coffee cup, adding salt and pepper to taste.
2. Add cheddar; stir to coat.
3. Break 3 or 4 tortilla chips into small pieces to fit into the cup and stir into the mixture. Add salsa.
4. Microwave on high until done, about 1 minute, 10 seconds.
5. Garnish with remaining tortilla chips, sour cream, feta and green onion.

Oven Fried Chicken

Ingredients:

• ½ cup buttermilk
• 1 Tbsp Dijon mustard
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 pcs chicken drumsticks
• ½ cup wheat flour
• 2 Tbsp sesame seeds
• 1 ½ tsp paprika
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp baking powder
• Pinch of salt to taste
• Ground black pepper to taste

Method:

1. Mix buttermilk, mustard and garlic in a bowl.
2. Add drumsticks and turn to coat.
3. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for 2 hours. It’s best to do it overnight.
4. Mix flour, sesame seeds, paprika, thyme, baking powder, salt and pepper in another bowl.
5. Place one drumstick at a time onto the pan, coat generously with the batter and shake off excess flour.
6. Shake off excess flour and place the chicken on the pan.
   Using Samsung HotBlast, press Slim Fry (code 8: drumsticks) and adjust the knob according to the serving size of your drumsticks.
7. Put them on a high rack and press start.
8. The oven will automatically detect the cooking time based on your serving size (approximately 20 min)
9. Once you hear the beep sound, turn the drumsticks over and continue cooking.

And voila, it’s ready to be packed for the picnic.

A Microwave Cheesecake in a minute

Ingredients:

• 6 grams cream cheese, softened
• 2 Tbsp sour cream
• 1 egg
• ½ tsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• ¼ tsp vanilla
• 2-4 Tbsp sugar (or substitute with honey), to your taste

Method:

1. Mix all ingredients thoroughly in a microwave-safe bowl.
2. Cook on high heat for 90 seconds, stirring every 30 seconds to incorporate all ingredients.
3. Refrigerate until serving.
4. Optional: Top with fresh fruit, whipped cream and chopped nuts.

Bonus Picnic Tips
–     Freeze water or juice the night before. You’ll appreciate that refreshing slush by the time you arrive.
–     Wet wipes, sunscreen, insect repellents and bin bags are non-negotiable must-haves.

There you have it! From the kitchen to the great outdoors in no time. Sit back, relax and enjoy.

Source

https://www.allrecipes.com/