Loaded Microwave Baked Potato
Crispy-skinned potato with melted cheddar, sour cream, and butter, ready in 12 minutes. Serve with the zucchini sauté and goat cheese salad for a complete dinner.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 385
- Protein
- 14g
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Ingredients
- 2 medium russet potato
- 2 tbsp butter
- ¾ cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- ¼ cup sour cream
Instructions
- 1
Prick each potato all over with a fork, then microwave on high for 10–12 minutes until a knife slides through the center.
- 2
Split the potatoes lengthwise and fluff the insides with a fork.
- 3
Top each with 1 tbsp butter, 3/8 cup shredded cheddar, and 2 tbsp sour cream.
- 4
Serve hot alongside sautéed zucchini and green salad.
Tools you’ll need
- microwave
- fork
- sharp knife
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