If you are pressed for time then doing this process speeds up the cooking time. Making things a bit simpler in the kitchen. Which is always a help.
First wash the potatoes then place them on a microwave safe plate. There is no need to pat them dry.
Then using a fork, pierce each potato multiple times all the round and on it's sides. This lets the steam out.
Once all the potatoes have been pierced, place the plate in the microwave oven and set on high for about 6 minutes. No need to cover them. Depending on how many potatoes you are doing and the size of the potatoes, microwave time may be decreased and possibly additional time may be needed. However start with 6 minutes, about 1 minute per potato, and go from there. You may turn each potato once during this time however it is not required. When ready potatoes should be just slightly soft when pinched and they will be very hot! So keep your oven mitts or pot holders near.
Be careful when removing the plate and potatoes from the microwave oven. Use oven mitts or pot holders to help because both plate and potatoes will be very hot! Place the plate on the counter. Now it is time to carefully wrap each potato tightly in aluminium foil.
Once all the potatoes have been wrapped, arrange them on a baking tray and place them in a pre-heated 400ºF oven for about 30 - 45 minutes or until done. Fully soft and steaming hot. Skin should be tender and possibly slightly crisp.
Have a good weekend everyone! - JD