Microwave Baked Potato
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Microwave Baked Potato
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Get a fluffy and delicious microwave baked potato in minutes. Ready in just 15 minutes, this easy recipe is the best way to elevate your microwave cooking game!
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Ingredients
- 3 potatoes Russet preferred
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper to taste
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Instructions
- Scrub the potatoes clean and pierce it several times with a fork to allow steam to escape.
- Place the potato on a microwave-safe plate and microwave on high for 5-6 minutes.
- Turn the potatoes over and microwave on high for an additional 5-6 minutes, or until the potatoes are cooked through and tender when pierced with a fork. Do this in 1-2 minute intervals to avoid overcooking the potatoes.
- Remove them from the microwave and let it cool for a few minutes.
- Cut open the potatoes and fluff the flesh with a fork.
- Season with salt, pepper and add your desired toppings, such as butter, sour cream, chives, or shredded cheese.
Notes
- Note: Nutritional value is an estimate based on a simple baked potato and does not include any additional toppings.
- Use Russet potatoes. They are high in starch and low in moisture, so you get a fluffy center and crispy skin.
- Cooking time may vary depending on the size and wattage of your microwave. If the potato isn't fully cooked after the recommended cooking time, continue to microwave it in 1-2 minute increments until it is tender.
- Soak the potatoes in cold water before cooking to remove excess starch. Excess starch can prevent the potatoes from cooking evenly and can create a sticky texture on the skin.
- Don't skip piercing the potato with a fork. This step is important to help steam escape and get your potatoes really soft and moist up to the center. It can also prevent a potato explosion in your microwave.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
206kcal
(10%)
Carbohydrates
37g
(12%)
Protein
4g
(8%)
Fat
5g
(8%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
3g
Sodium
788mg
(33%)
Potassium
901mg
(26%)
Fiber
5g
(20%)
Sugar
2g
(4%)
Vitamin A
6IU
(0%)
Vitamin C
42mg
(47%)
Calcium
28mg
(3%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 3servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 206 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 206kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 37g | 12% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Sodium | 788mg | 33% |
| Potassium | 901mg | 19% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 6IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 42mg | 47% |
| Calcium | 28mg | 3% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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