Published 9/13/2023 • Updated 1/24/2024 And, because we know you’re going to ask, yes we recommend poking a few holes in your potatoes before cooking. If you would have asked me what my favorite food was as a kid, I would have told you a baked potato. I would cook my baked potato in the microwave (because it’s the easiest way for a kid to make them!) and then top them with butter, a little sour cream, shredded cheese, and salt. I’ve since learned more sophisticated ways to making baked potatoes such as baked potatoes in foil or crock pot baked potatoes, but let me tell you, a baked potato in the microwave is still the easiest and most fool-proof method! How long to microwave a potato? 6-8 minutes on high!
What You Need for a Microwave Baked Potato
Potatoes- Russet potatoes or Idaho potatoes are our preference when it comes to baked potatoes. Be sure to leave the skin on. Olive oil– olive oil keeps the potato moist and aids in cooking the potato in the microwave. We like the taste of olive oil but if you’d like to use a different oil, go ahead. Salt + pepper- we kept things simple for this sweet potato recipe. If you would like to add more flavor to these potatoes you can use any flavorful dry rub like fajita seasoning or taco seasoning.
Storage
Let the potatoes cool completely. Then, transfer them into an airtight container and store in the fridge for up to 3-5 days. Baked Potato Recipe
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Can I freeze baked potatoes?
To freeze baked potato, let it cool completely. Then, tightly wrap it in tin foil and place it in a freezer-safe gallon-size bag for up to 3 months.
How to Serve a Microwave Baked Potato
We like to keep things pretty classic with butter, sour cream, chives, salt and pepper, but you can get fancy and top it with shredded cheese, cottage cheese, baked beans, or even beef chili!
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