Microwave Potato Recipes

MICROWAVE BAKED POTATO

Steps:

• Scrub the potato, and prick several time with the tines of a fork. Place on a plate.
• Cook on full power in the microwave for 5 minutes. Turn over, and continue to cook for 5 more minutes. When the potato is soft, remove from the microwave, and cut in half lengthwise. Season with salt and pepper, and mash up the inside a little using a fork. Top the open sides with butter and 2 tablespoons of cheese. Return to the microwave, and cook for about 1 minute to melt the cheese.
• Top with remaining cheese and sour cream, and serve.

EASY MICROWAVE POTATOES

Steps:

• Cut potatoes into wedges.
• Melt margarine.
• Stir in herbs and salt.
• Add potatoes and stir to coat.
• Cover and cook 8-10 min in microwave or until soft.

MICROWAVE POTATO

Steps:

• Poke the potato 4 to 5 times on each side with a fork. Wet a clean sheet of paper towel with water and wring out any excess moisture. Wrap the damp paper towel around the potato and place on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave on high for 5 minutes. Remove the paper towel and flip the potato over.
• Drizzle the potato with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Microwave on high, uncovered, 3 minutes more (see Cook's Note). Use a fork to test for doneness. If the potato is not done, cook in 1-minute intervals until the fork can easily pierce the flesh. Serve with the butter and more salt and pepper.

EASY MICROWAVE POTATO CHIPS RECIPE BY TASTY

Steps:

• On a cutting board, slice the potato into ⅛-inch (3 mm) slices.
• Dry the potato slices with a paper towel until there is no more moisture.
• Transfer the sliced potatoes to a bowl and coat in olive oil.
• Wipe down a large flat microwavable-safe plate with olive oil to prevent the chips from sticking.
• Place the chips on the plate in an even layer and sprinkle with salt.
• Microwave the chips on high for 6-7 minutes or until the chips just start to brown. When the chips develop some color remove them from the microwave and slowly peel from the plate. If chips are sticking, they can also be flipped halfway through!
• Repeat this process until all the potato slices are cooked.
• Enjoy!

BUTTERY GARLIC POTATOES

Steps:

• Place the potatoes in a 2-qt. microwave-safe dish. In a small bowl, combine the butter, seasoned salt, paprika, parsley and garlic; pour over potatoes and toss to coat., Microwave, uncovered, on high for 8-10 minutes or until potatoes are tender, stirring frequently.

MICROWAVE SLICED BAKED POTATOES

Steps:

• Place handle of a spoon or table knife alongside the potato to prevent your knife from slicing all the way.
• Place potatoes in a micro-safe dish or pan.
• Sprinkle with melted butter and chopped parsley, chives or sage.
• Microwave on HIGH power for 10 minutes, rearranging the potatoes after 5 minutes.
• Let rest for 5 minutes.
• Sprinkle with grated cheddar and parmesan cheese.
• Microwave for another 4 to 6 minutes at HIGH power until cheeses are melted and potatoes are soft.
• Sprinkle with salt.
• Serve potatoes as a side dish or as a main dish with just a salad.

MICROWAVE POTATO CHIPS

Steps:

• Layer three paper towels on a microwave-safe plate; set aside., Scrub potatoes and cut into 1/16-in.-thick slices. Brush slices on both sides with olive oil and lightly sprinkle with salt and curry. Arrange on prepared plate (do not overlap)., Microwave on high for 3 minutes; turn and microwave 2-3 minutes longer or until chips are dry and brittle. Repeat with remaining potatoes, oil and seasonings. Let chips cool for at least 1 minute before serving. Store in an airtight container.