How to Make Baked Potatoes in the Microwave

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By sunnflr
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If you love baked potatoes, but wish there was a faster way to make them, then try the microwave. It is very easy to make potatoes this way. The following will explain how to do 3 baked potatoes in the microwave.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

Potatoes
Microwave
Fork
Microwavable plate

Step 1

First, pick out three medium sized potatoes and wash them.
Step 2

Next, take a fork and poke several holes in the potatoes. About six will do for each potato.
Step 3

Finally, cook the three potatoes in the microwave for 8 to 10 minutes. If you have a larger microwave use the lower amount of time. Smaller microwaves require longer cooking times.

That's it. Your potatoes are done and ready to eat!

Tips & Warnings

Remember to poke holes with the fork!
Don't overcook the potatoes

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bobbileder said

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on 7/5/2009 Can't wait to try this since I overcooked a potato in the microwave the first time I tried, and I just burnt my hand in the oven attempting that method. Thanks Angel!