Recipe Details

Prep Time:
1 mins
Cook Time:
11 mins
Total Time:
12 mins
Servings:
1
Yield:
1 serving

Ingredients

  • 1largerusset potato

  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

  • 1tablespoonbutter

  • 2tablespoonsshredded Cheddar cheese

  • 1tablespoonsour cream

Cooking Directions

  1. Gather all ingredients.

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  2. Scrub potato and prick with a fork. Place on a microwave-safe plate.

  3. Microwave on full power for 5 minutes. Turn potato over, and microwave until soft, about 5 more minutes.

  4. 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.

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  5. Add butter and Cheddar cheese. Microwave until melted, about 1 more minute.

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  6. Top with sour cream, and serve.

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Recipe Tip

Total cook time will depend on the size of your potato and the wattage of your microwave.

Nutrition Facts

Full Nutrition Label
Servings Per Recipe1
Calories368
% Daily Value *
Total Fat
20g
26%
Saturated Fat
13g
64%
Cholesterol
54mg
18%
Sodium
203mg
9%
Total Carbohydrate
39g
14%
Dietary Fiber
3g
10%
Protein
9g
19%
Vitamin C
12mg
14%
Calcium
168mg
13%
Iron
2mg
11%
Potassium
929mg
20%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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