Microwave Baked Potato

If you want the yummy taste of a slowly baked potato but aren't patient enough, or don't have the know-how to bake it in an oven, this is for you. Give it 12 minutes and get a mouthwatering, taste bud-tingling treat.

Ingredients

• 1 large russet potato
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 2 tablespoons shredded Cheddar cheese
• 1 tablespoon sour cream

Steps

1. Scrub potato and prick with a fork. Place on a microwave-safe plate.
2. Microwave on full power for 5 minutes. Turn potato over, and microwave until soft, about 5 more minutes.
3. Remove potato from the microwave, and cut in half lengthwise. Season with salt and pepper and mash up the inside a little with a fork.
4. Add butter and Cheddar cheese. Microwave until melted, about 1 more minute.
5. Top with sour cream, and serve.