On Thu, 19 Jul 2012 13:15:36 -0400, Gary > wrote:

>KenK wrote:
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>> If it's indeed possible, what's the secret to making a 'baked' potato with
>> crisp shin in a microwave?
>
>There's no secret and you can't do it.
>A microwaved potato is not a baked potato.
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>> I've tried various ways with no success.
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>How many ways can you try in a microwave?
>Baking only will give you that crisp shin.
>Try throwing a few potato chips on the microwaved potato...to simulate...
>
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>> Very hot to use the oven - been over a 100 for weeks now.
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>If you are determined....turn down the AC and bake the thing.
>I often eat microwaved potatoes.

During warm weather one grills spuds outdoors; slice thick slabs,
brush with oil/butter, season, and slap on the grill.