Day 2 cooking challenge - Baked potatoes

I know what you're thinking. What's rocket science about making a baked potato? It looks simple enough. The thing is, it is a simple and fun meal to make. I make my baked potatoes by steaming them in the microwave. I prefer the taste of russet potatoes, and a medium potato plain will run you just 100 calories.

1 medium russet potato
1 Tbsp. Country Crock spread
1/4 cup chives (chopped)
1/4 cup shredded cheese
1 dollop of Daisy Sour Cream
a pinch of crumbled bacon

Scrub the potato thoroughly. Leave wet, wrap in Saran Wrap. Get a fork, pop several holes through the wrapped potato (this will allow the steam to escape while baking). Place on plate, microwave for 12 minutes. I microwave the potato in 4 minute increments, so I can flip the potato over for even baking.

Take the potato out, unwrap, and I usually cut the potato length-wise, then cut it five more times in the opposite direction. It will look like 10 pieces of potato-dice. The potato will be so soft, I can sometimes just slice it up like I would a pancake. The toppings above are just things I had around the house. Other good toppings are: steamed broccoli and cheese, salsa, chili...just experiment and see what suits your taste the best. For those of us watching the caloric intake, keep a bottle of Molly McButter on hand. It tastes great and is better than the real McCoy. Of course, I also swear by Tony Chachere's creole seasoning and red pepper flakes if I'm looking to spice up my potato.