Microwave Baked Potato

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.

• Preparation Time: 1 mins
• Cooking Time: 11 mins
• Total Time: 12 mins
• Calories: 368 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon butter
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons shredded Cheddar cheese
• 1 tablespoon sour cream
• 1 large russet potato

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Scrub potato and prick with a fork. Place on a microwave-safe plate.

Step 2

Microwave on full power for 5 minutes. Turn potato over, and microwave until soft, about 5 more minutes.

Step 3

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.

Step 4

Add butter and Cheddar cheese. Microwave until melted, about 1 more minute.

Step 5

Top with sour cream, and serve.