Baked Potato

Ingredients

• 4 Idaho Potatoes (5.5 ounces each)
• Toppings:
• sour cream
• butter
• grated cheddar or Swiss cheese

Directions

1. Conventional Oven Method:
2. Pre-heat oven to 450°F. Wash and dry potatoes.
3. With a fork or sharp knife, pierce each potato 2 or 3 times.
4. Place on cookie sheet or baking pan. Bake 50 to 60 minutes or until tender when pierced with a fork.
5. Microwave Method:
6. Wash and dry potatoes. With a fork or sharp knife, pierce each potato 2 or 3 times.
7. Place potatoes in a circle on a paper towel, leaving a 1-inch space between each potato.
8. Cook on HIGH for 15 to 20 minutes or until tender when pierced with a fork, turning once during cooking and removing any that are done after 15 minutes.
9. Let potatoes stand for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.