quick bake showdown

In our Quick Bake Showdown, we were intrigued to test the Potato Baking Rods and Microwave Potato Cooker Bag Set—a mismatched pair of spud-prep tools promising quick and uniform results. First, we tried the 4pongs Spud Spikes. Pushing them into potatoes felt like a game of culinary Jenga, but the even heat distribution on the stovetop was remarkable, reducing our favorite spuds to fluffy perfection in just under an hour. Next, we zapped a few in the microwave potato cooker bag, which simplified cleanup but yielded slightly转发ous interiors. Combining elements of both methods, we found the spikes alone offered the best texture and flavor, while the bag provided unmatched convenience for leftovers. For us, seasonally perfect potatoes are possible, but the spikes won the day.