Micro-Roasted Potatoes

Name: Micro-Roasted Potatoes
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings.
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1/2 teaspoon salt, optional; 1/8 teaspoon paprika; 1/2 teaspoon browning sauce, optional; 4 medium potatoes, cut lengthwise into 6 wedges; Pepper to taste

For a tasty change from baked potatoes, try this versatile side dish from Janet Machulcz of Westminster, Maryland.

Ingredients

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt, optional
1/8 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon browning sauce, optional
4 medium potatoes, cut lengthwise into 6 wedges
Pepper to taste

Directions

In an ungreased 11x7-in. microwave-safe dish, combine the first four ingredients. Microwave on high for 20-30 seconds or until the garlic is soft. Stir in browning sauce. Add potatoes and pepper; stir to coat. Cover and microwave on high for 10-12 minutes, turning and stirring twice.

Editor's Note

This recipe was tested in a 1,100-watt microwave.

Nutrition Facts

6 each: 192 calories, 7g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 26mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1 fat.

Originally published as Micro-Roasted Potatoes in Quick Cooking May/June 1999