On Fri, 20 Jul 2012 22:48:23 -0400, Ed Pawlowski > wrote:

> On Fri, 20 Jul 2012 15:51:59 -0400, Gary > wrote:
>
> >gregz wrote:
> >>
> >> I never had a potato detonate. I always microwave using old covered corning
> >> ware, with a wet potato in a few drops of water. Been doing it that way
> >> nice 1971 .
> >
> >I've never had one burst in the microwave either. I just rinse them off, set
> >on a plate in the microwave. I'll cook them for about 3 minutes, then turn
> >over and cook another 3. That usually does it.
> >
> >G.
>
> I used to think that was silly too, but then one day poof ! !
> The age of the potato will make a difference too the fresh ones have
> more moisture.

I don't microwave potatoes, but I did have one sorta explode in the
oven. Didn't know age was what the problem would be, thanks.

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