How to Microwave a Baked Potato

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This microwave baked potato recipe is the perfect weeknight meal when you're craving potatoes but strapped for time! See Recipe

How to Make a Microwave Baked Potato

Ingredients

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Clean potato.

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Pat dry and stab with a fork 4 or more times on each side.

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Microwave for 7 minutes, flipping halfway.

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Remove from microwave and let potato rest for a few minutes.

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