Ingredients

• Russet potato - 1 large
• Olive oil - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Butter or sour cream - optional, for topping

Instructions

1. 1.

   Wash the potato thoroughly and pat dry.

2. 2.

   Pierce the potato several times with a fork to allow steam to escape.

3. 3.

   Rub the potato with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.

4. 4.

   Place the potato on a microwave-safe plate and microwave on high for 5 minutes.

5. 5.

   Turn the potato over and continue to microwave for another 3-5 minutes, until tender.

6. 6.

   Carefully remove the potato from the microwave and let it rest for a minute.

7. 7.

   Cut the potato open, fluff with a fork, and add butter or sour cream if desired.

Nutritional Facts