On 7/19/2012 11:47 AM, KenK wrote:
> If it's indeed possible, what's the secret to making a 'baked' potato with
> crisp shin in a microwave? I've tried various ways with no success. Very
> hot to use the oven - been over a 100 for weeks now.

This is where owning a gas grill comes in handy. Do it outside.
Charcoal grills work too, of course, it's just that you'll only wait
about five minutes to heat a gas grill, versus 20-30 minutes for the
coals to get hot enough with charcoal.

If you live in an apartment, consider one of the small tabletop gas
grills that run on 1 lb. propane tanks. They'll work fine for baking
potatoes and other small meals. Around here you can find them on sale
for $30 or less.