Making baked potatoes in the microwave instead of the oven can save you 30 minutes or more. One potato takes 10 to 14 minutes in the microwave — add two minutes per additional potato. You won't get ...

Let’s get straight to the point: baked potatoes in the microwave beat their oven-cooked counterparts, hands down. Let me tell you why. After years of preparing baked potatoes both ways, I’ve come to a ...

Potatoes — whether you prefer russet, red, Yukon Gold or sweet potatoes — are a delicious side to any meal, but they can take a lot of time to cook. Learning how to use the microwave for sweet potato ...

I eat potatoes year-round. There’s almost nothing they can’t do. Breakfast? Hash browns. Lunch? Fries. Dinner? The possibilities are endless. They can even do dessert, if you’re so inclined. As we ...

Just like any potato variety, sweet potatoes can be boiled, roasted, steamed or grilled to delicious perfection. Though, one cooking method that stands out from the rest is microwaving. This method is ...

Whole sweet potatoes cook in just 6 to 8 minutes in the microwave. Always prick sweet potatoes with a fork before cooking to allow steam to escape. Microwaved sweet potatoes can be served as a side ...

Sweet potatoes are a healthier choice in comparison to white potatoes. They’re higher in fiber, and they’re rich in vitamins too. Most importantly of all, sweet potatoes are delicious and comforting.

Microwaving sweet potatoes isn’t just faster—it enhances sweetness by converting starches into natural sugars more efficiently than baking alone. For the best flavor and texture, microwave whole ...