Welcome to our latest mouth-watering recipe, the Scrumptious Microwave Baked Potato with Tantalizing Toppings! This quick, delicious dish is perfect for those busy evenings when you need a satisfying meal in no time. Our step-by-step guide will help you create a delectable baked potato, all done in the convenience of your microwave. Let’s begin this tasty journey!
Scrumptious Microwave Baked Potato with Tantalizing Toppings
Equipment
- 1 Microwave-safe plate
- 1 Fork
- 1 Knife
- 1 Spoon
- 1 Oven mitts
Ingredients
- 2 large russet potatoes
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 tbsp chopped green onions
- 2 tbsp cooked and crumbled bacon
- Optional toppings: diced tomatoes, jalapeno slices, diced avocado
Instructions
- Wash and scrub the potatoes thoroughly. Pat them dry with a clean towel.
- Pierce each potato multiple times with a fork to allow steam to escape while cooking.
- Rub olive oil on the outside of each potato and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Place the potatoes on a microwave-safe plate and cook in the microwave on high for 12-15 minutes, or until they are tender when pierced with a fork. Cooking time may vary depending on your microwave and the size of the potatoes.
- Carefully remove the plate from the microwave using oven mitts, as it will be hot. Let the potatoes rest for a minute.
- Slice the top of each potato lengthwise and gently push the ends together to open the potato.
- Fluff the insides of the potato with a fork and add your desired toppings, starting with the cheddar cheese, sour cream, green onions, and bacon. You can also add any optional toppings of your choice.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious Microwave Baked Potato with Tantalizing Toppings!
Notes
- Feel free to customize the toppings to your taste.
- For a lighter version, replace sour cream with Greek yogurt.
- You can use any cheese of your choice.
And there you have it! Our Scrumptious Microwave Baked Potato with Tantalizing Toppings recipe is an absolute game-changer for busy weeknights. This delightful dish is not only quick and easy, but it’s also loaded with flavor and nutrition. Give this recipe a try, and we’re sure you’ll be hooked on its deliciousness.
Recipe Difficulty: Easy
Nutritional Information: (per serving)
- Calories: 412
- Protein: 12g
- Fat: 23g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Sodium: 454mg
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How Long Potatoes Microwave
Potatoes typically take 10 minutes in total to cook in the microwave, with a midway flip to ensure even cooking.
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