Case in point: More than 30 percent of U.S. heads of household who have homeowners insurance mistakenly believe flood damage is covered by a standard homeowners policy, according to a 2007 survey from the National Association of Insurance Commissioners.
Most medium to large potatoes will take between 8-12 minutes to cook at full power. Try putting the potato in for 5 minutes to begin with, then take it out and turn it over so that both sides cook evenly. Place it back in the microwave for another 3-5 minutes, depending on how soft it is already.
Directions. 1  Place handle of a spoon or table knife alongside the potato to prevent your knife from slicing all the way. 2  Place potatoes in a micro-safe dish or pan. 3  Sprinkle with melted butter and chopped parsley, chives or sage. 4  Microwave on HIGH power for 10 minutes, rearranging the potatoes after 5 minutes. Sprinkle with melted butter and chopped parsley, chives or sage. 2  Microwave on HIGH power for 10 minutes, rearranging the potatoes after 5 minutes. 3  Let rest for 5 minutes. 4  Sprinkle with grated cheddar and parmesan cheese. 5  Microwave for another 4 to 6 minutes at HIGH power until cheeses are melted and potatoes are soft.