Make great and easy Baked Potatoes in the Microwave with this recipe.
Baked Potatoes in the Microwave
Servings
4
servingsPrep time
20
minutesCooking time
8
minutesCheck out the step-by-step instructions on how to prepare your Baked Potatoes in the Microwave to be perfect.
Ingredients
4 medium potatoes
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon of salt
Paper towel
Directions
- Wash the potatoes well and dry with a paper towel.
- Make small holes in the skin of the potatoes with a fork.
- Place the potatoes in a microwave-safe dish.
- Drizzle the potatoes with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.
- Cover the dish with a lid or plastic wrap, leaving a small opening for ventilation.
- Microwave the potatoes for about 5 to 8 minutes at full power, depending on the size of the potatoes and the power of your microwave.
- It’s important to stop the microwave every 2-3 minutes to turn the potatoes and make sure they are cooking evenly.
- Check that the potatoes are tender when skewered with a fork.
- Remove the potatoes from the microwave and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
- You can serve the baked potatoes with butter, grated cheese, sour cream, fresh herbs or any other topping you prefer.Â
Enjoy!
