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.
Basic Mashed Potatoes Wash 4 (5-to 6-oz.) whole potatoes into microwave-safe dishâdo not puncture skin. Cover dish. (If covering dish with plastic wrap, poke small hole in plastic.) Microwave on HIGH for 10 to 12 minutes*. Use oven mitts to remove dish from microwave; carefully remove cover and mash well.