Cooking, Quick & Easy
Cheese Toastie

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Cheese Toastie

Ingredients:

bread, butter, cheese

Optional fillings: tuna, tomatoes, onion chutney

1)

Cheese Toastie

Butter the bread on one side.

2)

Cheese Toastie

Turn the bread over a place sliced cheese on the side WITHOUT butter. Add any other fillings you may want.

3)

Cheese Toastie

Gently warm the frying pan and place the sandwich with the butter sides on the outside. If you have a lid place this on top, this will just keep the heat in to melt the cheese.

4)

Cheese Toastie

Turn halfway through and cook on the other side.

5)

Cheese Toastie

Cut in half to eat (or not).

Useful
How to operate the TV

Home > Useful stuff > How to operate the TV

How to operate the TV

Tip:

TV tip

To open and shut the cupboard below the TV press the top of the glass door in.

Virgin TV

1)

Using Virgin TV

Switch the TV on. The power on is located on the right of the TV. If it doesn't come on switch the plug on at the wall which is behind the TV on the left.

2)

Using Virgin TV

Press 1 on the amp remote just under where it says scene. You should hear the amp click on.

3)

Using Virgin TV

Press the red power on button on the Virgin remote (top right).

Firestick F1/Films/Series

1)

Using Virgin TV

Switch the TV on. The power on is located on the right of the TV. If it doesn't come on switch the plug on at the wall which is behind the TV on the left.

2)

Using Virgin TV

Press 2 on the amp remote just under where it says scene. You should hear the amp click on.

3)

Using Firestick TV

The Firestick should turn on automatically. This is the remote to use to go through the menus.

4)

Using Firestick TV

Open the Go TV app (yellow & grey circle).

5)

Using Firestick TV

On the main menu choose between Live TV, Movies or Series.

6)

Using Firestick TV

When selecting Live TV, choose what TV you want to watch.
For F1 choose F1/DIRTVision/MotoGP
For Sky Movies choose UK | Movies
For Sky Sports choose UK | Sports
For UK Channels choose UK | Entertainment

7)

Using Firestick TV

When selecting Movies, choose movies from the categories or if you want to search go to ALL then search from there.

8)

Using Firestick TV

When selecting Series, choose series from the categories or if you want to search go to ALL then search from there.

BluRay/DVD Player & 3D Films

1)

Using Virgin TV

Switch the TV on. The power on is located on the right of the TV. If it doesn't come on switch the plug on at the wall which is behind the TV on the left.

2)

Using Virgin TV

Press 3 on the amp remote just under where it says scene. You should hear the amp click on.

3)

Using BluRay player

Check that the BluRay Player is switched on at the wall (behind the tv unit).

4)

Using BluRay player

Open the TV cabinet (2nd from the left), press the power on button on the BluRay Player remote (top left corner).

5)

Using BluRay player

To open the BluRay Player disc tray press the open/close button on the remote (next to the number 3). Insert disc and press open/close.

6)

Using BluRay player

To use the 3D glasses, hold down the power on button at the top of the glasses.

7)

Using BluRay player

A confirmation image should appear at the bottom right hand corner of the TV screen to show that the glasses are on. Make sure to turn them off when finished.

8)

Using BluRay player

To return to the main disc menu whist watching a film, press TOP MENU on the remote.

Xbox One

1)

Using Virgin TV

Switch the TV on. The power on is located on the right of the TV. If it doesn't come on switch the plug on at the wall which is behind the TV on the left.

2)

Using Virgin TV

Press 4 on the amp remote just under where it says scene. You should hear the amp click on.

3)

Using the Xbox

Check that the Xbox is switched on at the wall (behind the tv unit).

4)

Using the Xbox

The Xbox, controllers and games are all in the first and second cabinets from the left.

Subwoofer

1)

Using the subwoofer

Switch the subwoofer on by flicking a switch at back of the subwoofer in the bottom left corner.

Problems

Sound is not working = Turn off the amp from the amp remote control and switch back on again.

Cleaning, Laundry
Remove stains on clothes

Home > Cleaning > Remove stains on clothes

Remove stains on clothes

Need:

Ace gentle stain remover (buy on Amazon or any major supermarkets)

1)

Removing stains on clothes

Use your Ace remover and a baking tray.

2)

Removing stains on clothes

Lie your stained item on the baking tray with the stain facing up and squeeze a little Ace liquid onto the stain so that it's covered the whole stain.

3)

Removing stains on clothes

Leave over night. In the morning the stain should have disappeared.

4)

Removing stains on clothes

Now wash with the rest of your clothes. If the stain hasn't gone use a little more Ace liquid on the stain before you wash it.

Don't forget to wash your baking tray before you use it for cooking!

Egg Fried Rice

Home > Cooking > Rice

Rice

Ingredients:

rice -  1/3 of a mug per person

1)

Rice

Measure 1/3 of a mug of rice per person.

2)

Rice

Boil the water in a saucepan.

3)

Rice

Add the rice to the water and cook for 12 minutes.

4)

Rice

Stir the rice once a few minutes in to stop it sticking to the bottom.

5)

Rice

When the rice is cooked drain the rice.

6)

Rice

Sit the colander in the saucepan and place a plate on top to steam the rice. It will separate the grains.

7)

Rice

Fluff the rice with a fork to serve.

Stir Fried Rice

Ingredients:
Rice, Optional: Frozen peas, cooked chicken, ham, sweetcorn, onions

1)

Cook the rice as above.

2)

Chop spring onions or onions if using and fry in a hot frying pan or wok with a bit of oil.

3)

Add the cooked rice and fry for 4 to 5 minutes stirring all the time.

4)

Add anything else you would like. Frozen peas, cooked chicken, ham or sweetcorn. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes more.

Meals using rice

     

    Cleaning, Kitchen
    Using the Dishwasher

    Home > Cleaning > Using the dishwasher

    Using the dishwasher

    Need:

    dishwasher tablets, brains

    1)

    Using the dishwasher

    Rinse the worst food off the plates, pots etc.

    2)

    Using the dishwasher

    Fill the bottom drawer with plates and saucepans.

    3)

    Using the dishwasher

    Fill the middle drawer with bowls and mugs.

    4)

    Using the dishwasher

    Fill the top tray with cutlery.

    5)

    Using the dishwasher

    Put a dishwasher tablet in the tray and slide the tablet door shut. Dishwasher tablets are in the cupboard under the sink between the dishwasher and sink (bottom left).

    6)

    Using the dishwasher

    Open the door and press the on button (1), then the heart button (2), then press start (3) and shut the door. A light will show on the floor to show it's on and running.

    Cooking, Eggs, Lunches, Quick & Easy
    Mini Fry Up

    Home > Cooking > Mini Fry Up

    Mini Fry Up

    Ingredients:

    frozen (or fresh) sausage, bacon (optional), slice of bread, egg, baked beans

    1)

    Mini Fry Up

    Fry the sausage in a little oil. Turning as it cooks to brown all round. Cook the bacon (optional) at the same time.

    2)

    Mini Fry Up

    Cut the sausage down the middle to insure that it cooks all the way through. Should be fully cooked in 10mins.

    3)

    Mini Fry Up

    Gently warm the baked beans in a small saucepan.

    4)

    Mini Fry Up

    Add a little butter if there is not much oil then add the bread to the frying pan, and cook both sides.

    5)

    Mini Fry Up

    If you have room in the frying pan, crack open and fry an egg. Once it's done on one side, flip over and take the frying pan off the heat.

    6)

    Mini Fry Up

    Let the egg sit for a minute to seal the bottom side and then serve.

    Cleaning, Laundry
    Washing Clothes (Home)

    Home > Cleaning > Washing Clothes (Home)

    Washing Clothes (Home)

    Need:

    washing powder (non-bio), fabric softener, oxy white powder

    1)

    Washing Clothes at home

    Sort the clothes. Turn t-shirts and tops inside out (reduces wear on printed images).

    2)

    Washing Clothes at home

    Pull socks out the right way round for better cleaning.

    3)

    Washing Clothes at home

    CHECK ALL THE POCKETS FOR TISSUES, coins and anything else. Remove belts.

    4)

    Washing Clothes at home

    Load the washing machine with the clothes.

    5)

    Washing Clothes at home

    Add one scoop of non-bio washing powder in the first slot (left) of the tray.

    6)

    Washing Clothes at home

    IF washing white clothes, add half a scoop of oxy washing powder in the first slot (left) of the tray.

    7)

    Washing Clothes at home

    Add one cap full of fabric softener in the middle slot of the tray.

    8)

    Washing Clothes at home

    Shut the door until it clicks and switch washing machine on.

    9)

    Washing Clothes at home

    Press the start button.

    10)

    Washing Clothes at home

    When finish sort the washing. Anything that need to be ironed, eg t-shirts, trousers etc. put in the dryer. Everything else hang up to dry.

    11)

    Washing Clothes at home

    Turn the dial on the dryer to the third setting on the right (t-shirt and stars).

    12)

    Washing Clothes at home

    Turn on the Super Easy (Iron) button.

    13)

    Washing Clothes at home

    Press the start button. Set a timer on your phone or watch for 15mins.

    14)

    Washing Clothes at home

    When the timer goes off turn the dryer of by turning the dial to OFF. Hang the clothes up. Give the a shake to straighten them, then hang them upside down with the flat pegs to avoid creases.

    15)

    Washing Clothes at home

    Take clothes down and fold them ready to be put away.

    • Washing clothes at 30°C saves energy and is easier on the clothes.
    • Washing whites and colours separately will keep the whites whiter, colours can run and make whites look dull when washed together.
    Cooking, Lunches, Salads
    Prawn Layer Salad

    Home > Cooking Prawn Layer Salad

    Prawn Layer Salad

    Ingredients:

    egg, prawns, lettuce, tinned sweetcorn, carrot, cucumber, mayonnaise, tomato ketchup

    1)

    Prawn Layer Salad

    Measure half a mug of frozen prawns and leave to defrost.

    2)

    Prawn Layer Salad

    Boil water in a small saucepan and add one egg. Boil for 10mins.

    3)

    Prawn Layer Salad

    Chop the lettuce.

    4)

    Prawn Layer Salad

    Add sweetcorn straight from the tin.

    5)

    Prawn Layer Salad

    Add grated carrot.

    6)

    Prawn Layer Salad

    Add chopped up cucumber.

    7)

    Prawn Layer Salad

    When the egg is boiled, tip the water out and add cold water to cool it down. When it's ready to handle tap the egg to brake the shell and take it off.

    8)

    Prawn Layer Salad

    Rince the egg under the tap to get all the shell off, slice the egg and add to the bowl.

    9)

    Prawn Layer Salad

    Add the prawns. If they are not yet thawed out, put them in the microwave on a low heat (180) for a minute until they are ready to eat.

    10)

    Prawn Layer Salad

    In a bowl add 2 big spoons (tablespoons) of mayonnaise and 1 big spoon of tomato ketchup. Mix it up to make a light pink sauce.

    11)

    Prawn Layer Salad

    Add the sauce to the salad.

    Cooking, Quick & Easy
    Hot Dog

    Home > Cooking > Quick Meals > Hot Dog

    Hot Dog

    Ingredients:

    frozen sausages, hot dog roll, ketchup, mustard

    1)

    Hot Dog

    Switch air fryer on. Select Air fry (top left) and change time to 15mins & 200°C. Preheat only, no need to have a turn reminder.

    2)

    Hot Dog

    Once the air fryer is ready put two frozen sausages in the tray and just spray with a little oil.

    3)

    Hot Dog

    Take out a frozen hot dog roll, place on a plate and microwave on 360 for 1 minute.

    4)

    Hot Dog

    Every so often just open the air fryer and shake the drawer, this will turn the sausages. Do this about twice.

    5)

    Hot Dog

    Once done place the sausages in the roll and top with ketchup or mustard.

    Quick & Easy
    Pizza

    Ingredients:

    Cheese, Pineapple, Sweetcorn, Feta cheese, Sun-dried tomatoes, Pesto, Olives

    1)

    Pizza

    Turn the main oven to 180Ôäâ.

    2)

    Pizza

    Chop or grate your toppings.

    3)

    Pizza

    Place the frozen pizza base on a pizza mesh.

    4)

    Pizza

    Put your your toppings on the pizza.

    5)

    Pizza

    Place in the oven once the light has gone off for 10mins.

    6)

    Pizza

    Once the pizza is cooked go round the base with a flat slice to loosen it off the mesh.