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Microwave Baked Potato

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Ingredients

  • 1 large russet potato

  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

  • 1 tablespoon butter

  • 2 tablespoons shredded Cheddar cheese

  • 1 tablespoon sour cream

Directions

  1. Scrub potato and prick with a fork. Place on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave on full power for 5 minutes. Turn potato over, and microwave until soft, about 5 more minutes.
  2. 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.
  3. Add butter and Cheddar cheese. Microwave until melted, about 1 more minute.
  4. Top with sour cream, and serve.

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