How to Cook a Potato in The Microwave

Baked potatoes are both nutritious and yummy but the trouble is they take forever. By using the microwave oven a "baked" potato can be had in minutes!

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• potato
• microwave oven
• fork
• favorite toppings
• plastic microwave safe container lid (optional)

1. Choose your favorite medium potato. I like New (red) potatoes because they are sweet but any will do just fine.

2. Wash your potato especially if you are planning to eat the vitamin rich skin.

3. Stick your potato with a fork to prevent an exploding spud. Just one good stab with a fork will do it.

4. Place your potato in the microwave. ( I prefer to place it in a plastic container lid to catch juices but it is optional)

5. Set your microwave for five minutes and press start.

6. Poke your potato with a fork after cook time is complete. If the fork slides in effortlessly it is done. If not, add a minute or two, then check it again.

7. Remove your potato with a hot mitt to prevent burning.
   Enjoy your potato with your favorite topping!

Tips & Warnings

• Potatoes are very low in saturated fat, cholesterol, and sodium. They are good sources of vitamin C, potassium, and manganese.