Reading lists, references and footnotes sometimes contain Latin phrases and/or their corresponding abbreviations. Some common abbreviations and phrases which might be unfamiliar to you are explained below. Et al. - An abbreviation for the Latin 'Et Alii ' which means 'and others'.
Microwave the red potato on high for several minutes. According to the Fruits & Veggies-More Matters website, a small potato may take a total of 1 to 2 minutes, while a large potato may take up to 5 minutes. Turn the potato over halfway through the cooking time, but keep it covered with the paper towel.
Boiling sweet potatoes: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add peeled, cubed potatoes and cook until tender, 20 to 30 minutes. Try turning them into mashed sweet potatoes. Baking sweet potatoes: To bake them in the microwave, pierce with a fork and cook for 5-8 minutes, rotating once). To bake in the oven, Preheat oven to 400Â°F. Pierce sweet potato with a fork about 6-8 times and place on a foil-lined baking sheet. Bake until tender, about 45-60 minutes.