BAKED SWEET POTATO Oil skin lightly and prick a few times. Microwave on high for a very few minutes. (Varies according to size. For a one pound potato, about 3 minutes a side-turn; total 5-6 minutes. Will vary slightly also depending on your microwave efficiency).
Serve hot in the skin. Each person takes a slice, and removes skin. Add butter and salt (and/or pepper). Delicious and very simple.
In the store, select sweet potatoes that are fresh, full in shape, slightly purple.