I think if you put the potato right into the microwave without any bag it will cook in 4 to 8 minutes. Can anybody explain why this bag is helpful?
2085254
They don't seem to steam as well if you just put them in alone. The outsides get soggy for me.
2085255
I think you are exactly correct! That's why it was rated as a questionable purchase.
713223
The steam time depends on the item and the voltage if your microwave. I do broccoli in 3min. And fish 10 or until opaque...
1104446
Google it. I microwave mine for 2 minutes but I am unsure of the microwave wattage times. There is a raised area under the basket, just fill that with water
412622
I never got the rice to come out right it always tasted like it was not cooked. I just looked up on the internet how to cook in the microwave. Hope yours turned out better than mind.
2234256
Yes, 3.5 minutes at about 70% in the microwave or 5 minutes at 350 in the oven. Cook it over the veggies you want with it and you have a great meal. I precook hard veggies about 2.5 minutes then put in the soft veggies and fish for another 3.5 and am very happy with the results.
74414
I have just started using it myself. Heats up leftovers well and quickly. I'm not sur how it would do with a potatoe. Might be best to micro those.
1318893
I usually start a baked potato in the microwave--2 minutes on one side; 2 on the other. Meanwhile, heat up the toaster oven to 400 degrees. Put the microwaved potato into the toaster oven. It should be done in half an hour. This makes the skin crispy which is how I like it. Otherwise, slather oil on the outside before microwaving; after microwaving wrap in foil. The skin will be soft then. The skin shouldn't burn then either.
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We only cook 2 at a time in each container (we purchased 2 of them), but there is usually a lot of moisture that comes out of them. I have been using this type of microwave potato cooker for a long time and have never added water.
2233544
These are to be used in the microwave. Usually four minutes for two average size potatoes.
873271
You don't need any liquid the steam from the bag produces all the moisture you need. At times I have par boiled small whole potatoes.
287119
Yes, I use mine all the time and I find if you put a little hot water- not much- about a teaspoon, it makes the potatoes perfect. I add the water whether I'm cooking one or four. I don't know why, but it really makes a big difference in the way they taste. No dry or hard spots at all. I haven't had a bad potato yet. I always let them sit in the microwave a few minutes after they finish too.
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I have a standard recipe, for 2 or 3 persons I use 2 cups of water and 1 cup of milk, bring to a boil and add 1 1/2 cups of Potatoe Perls. I use a whip to beat them fluffy, add a little bit of salt and pepper and optional a bit of butter. For 5 people I would double the recipe and use the leftovers, either in soup or just reheat them in the microwave the next day - put a lid on. My family thinks they are homemade.
2233542
Use a regular microwave cooker, as you would for veggies. The Potato Express isn't worth your time or money.
725011
We have a 1000 watt microwave and have tried levels 7 thru 9 with about the same results. The potatoes are cooked as expected, but it still takes longer than the 4 minutes they advertise.
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No, not all at one time. What I've done is cook 4 minutes then wait 30 seconds then cook 4 more minutes. This makes the potatoes super soft. This product is amazing. I've used it for sweet potatoes and broccoli too. I put veggies in a Baggie then in this bag. 4 minutes works for veggies too.
2233546
My microwave works rather hot, but I just use the regular setting and put in two potatoes for about 7 minutes.
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This thing makes the best baked pot.. you will eat! I take a med. baking potato rub it with olive oil, then roll it around in some kosher salt. Put it right on the rack, bake 45 minutes at 375 degrees F... You will eat every bite of it!! I love my convection oven. No more heating up the house... Rick in Mt. Holly NC... sorry about that, yes you do need to poke some holes on both sides of potato...