Microwave Roasted Potatoes

This recipe takes about 5 minutes to cook

Ingredients

• Potatoes - 1 per person
• 1 Tablespoon butter or olive oil (more if using more than 2 potatoes)
  
• Herbs or spices-- Italian seasoning, or rosemary or paprika (optional)
  
• Salt & pepper

Equipment

• Knife
• Microwave safe dish
• Microwave
• Plastic wrap or cover for the dish

Procedure

1. cut the potatoes into bite sized pieces
2. if using butter, put the butter in the dish and microwave on high for about 15 seconds or until melted.
3. put the potatoes into the dish with the melted butter or olive oil
4. add the spices (if using) plus salt & pepper, toss until coated
5. cover dish tightly (if using plastic wrap poke a few holes with a knife to let steam out)
6. microwave on high for 5 minutes. Check for doneness by piercing a potato with a knife. If it pierces easily, potatoes are done. If they are still hard, microwave for another minute or so until done.