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.
Quick boil by adding 1-inch thick slices to a skillet with 2 inches of boiling water; cook for about 12 minutes. Steam 1-inch slices over simmering water. Microwave whole sweet potatoes for 5 to 8 minutes rotating halfway through. Microwave whole sweet potato for 4 minutes, then bake at 450Â° for 5 to 10 minutes.Cut sweet potato in half lengthwise and grill 20 to 25 minutes until tender and crisp.o cook sweet potatoes, pierce their skin several times with a fork and bake at 400Â° for 40-50 minutes or until fork tender. 1  Recipe: Simple Baked Sweet Potato.