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Microwave Baked Potato Recipe

Quick and easy microwave baked potato recipe.
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Preparation Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Servings: 1 serving
Calories: 220 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 large Potato
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Butter

Instructions 

  1. 1. Wash the potato thoroughly and pat it dry.
  2. 2. Poke several holes in the potato with a fork.
  3. 3. Place the potato on a microwave-safe plate.
  4. 4. Microwave on high for 5 minutes.
  5. 5. Turn the potato over and microwave for another 5 minutes.
  6. 6. Check if the potato is tender. If not, microwave in 1-minute increments until done.
  7. 7. Let it cool for a minute, then slice open and add salt and butter to taste.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 220kcal | Carbohydrates: 51g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 0.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 20mg | Potassium: 897mg | Fiber: 4.8g | Sugar: 2.2g | Vitamin C: 27mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1.8mg

Keywords

Easy, Microwave, Quick
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