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.
Directions: 1. Start potatoes in Microwave: Turn oven to 425*F. Wash the potatoes, then poke each one three times with a fork. Microwave the potatoes on high for 6 minutes. 2. Finish potatoes in oven: Transfer the potatoes to the oven, and cook for 20 minutes, or until the skin feels crisp when a potato is squeezed.Remove from the oven and immediately cut a slice the top of the potato to let the steam escape.Squeeze from the ends to fluff up, and serve.. Finish potatoes in oven: Transfer the potatoes to the oven, and cook for 20 minutes, or until the skin feels crisp when a potato is squeezed. Remove from the oven and immediately cut a slice the top of the potato to let the steam escape. Squeeze from the ends to fluff up, and serve.