A fast and simple recipe to prepare a baked potato using your microwave. Perfect for a quick meal or a side dish.
Preparation time
5min
Cooking time
10min
Ingredients
1 Servings
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon pepper
- 1 potato
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
Directions
Step 1
Wash the potato thoroughly and pat it dry with a paper towel.
Step 2
Pierce the potato several times with a fork to allow steam to escape during cooking.
Step 3
Rub the potato with olive oil and sprinkle it with salt and pepper.
Step 4
Place the potato on a microwave-safe plate and microwave on high for 5 minutes.
Step 5
Turn the potato over and microwave for an additional 5 minutes, or until the potato is soft when pierced with a fork.
Step 6
Let the potato cool for a few minutes before serving. Optionally, you can cut the potato open and add your favorite toppings.