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Microwave Baked Potato
Description
If you want the yummy taste of a slowly baked potato but aren't patient enough, or don't have the know-how to bake it in an oven, this is for you. Give it 12 minutes and get a mouthwatering, taste bud-tingling treat.
Ingredients
- 1 large russet potato
- salt and ground black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 tablespoons shredded Cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon sour cream
Directions
- Gather all ingredients.
- Scrub potato and prick with a fork. Place on a microwave-safe plate.
- Microwave on full power for 5 minutes. Turn potato over, and microwave until soft, about 5 more minutes.
- Remove potato from the microwave, and cut in half lengthwise. Season with salt and pepper and mash up the inside a little with a fork.
- Add butter and Cheddar cheese. Microwave until melted, about 1 more minute.
- Top with sour cream, and serve.