Two baked potatoes on a white plate inside a microwave - Andrew E Gardner/Shutterstock While it might not produce quite the same crisp-yet-fluffy results as the oven, the fact that it doesn't take ...

Potatoes — whether you prefer russet, red, Yukon Gold or sweet potatoes — are a delicious side to any meal, but they can take a lot of time to cook. Learning how to use the microwave for sweet potato ...

Microwaving sweet potatoes isn’t just faster—it enhances sweetness by converting starches into natural sugars more efficiently than baking alone. For the best flavor and texture, microwave whole ...

This is for the folks who put their mashed potatoes in the freezer to last longer rather than in the refrigerator. Like most foods, the best plan is to thaw the frozen potatoes overnight in the fridge ...

Creamy is the word these food professionals use to describe the texture of these mashed potatoes—exactly what you want from ...

Their moment in the spotlight has arrived. Let’s take a look at their best qualities. Credit...Nico Schinco for The New York Times. Food Stylist: Barrett Washburne. Supported by By Isobel Whitcomb The ...