Heating Instructions: TLC Meals
TLC MAIN MEALS
- Please check the individual label for each meal as the heating time will vary.
- ALWAYS peel back the film lid slightly to ensure steam can escape during heating.
- No defrosting required: Cook straight from frozen for the best results.
- Storage: Keep meals frozen at all times. They will remain fresh in your freezer for up to 12 months.
- The "feel" test: Before removing the lid, feel the bottom of the container. It should be hot all the way across. If you detect cold spots, continue heating in small increments.
- Please note that because appliances vary, the times stated on the label should be used as a guide only.
- Always ensure your meal is heated thoroughly before consuming.
- Safety first: Always use oven mitts when removing containers from the oven or microwave, as the trays will be hot.
All product labels include the appropriate heating instructions unless detailed below.
QUICHES, SPANAKOPITA & FRITTATA (defrosting recommended first)
- MICROWAVE (1000W): Remove packaging/foil tray. Place on paper towel or plate. Heat 4 mins (from frozen) / 2.5 mins (from thawed). Stand for 2 minutes.
- OVEN (Preheat to 150°C): Remove packaging. Place on baking paper-lined tray. Heat 50 - 60 mins (from frozen) / 30 - 35 mins (from thawed).
DESSERTS & SWEETS
Hot desserts (pudding, pie, fudge cake):- Microwave (1000W): Lift lid slightly. Heat 80s (from frozen) / 30s (from room temp).
- Oven (preheat to 150°C): Remove from container, place in oven-safe bowl. Heat 10 - 15 mins (from frozen) / 5 mins (from room temp).
- Crumble: 2 mins (from frozen) / 1 min (from thawed).
- Lemon Drizzle: 1 min (from frozen) / 30s (from thawed).
Cold desserts (DO NOT HEAT): Thaw on bench if being consumed within the hour; otherwise defrost in fridge overnight. Once defrosted please consume within 24 hours.
SANDWICHES & MUFFINS (DO NOT HEAT)
- Sandwiches: Defrost in fridge overnight. Consume within 3 days.
- Muffins: Defrost in fridge overnight. Consume within 7 days.
