Thickened Bags Tested: Potato Versus Red Pouches Epic Tale… We recently tested the 44g thickened potato microwave bag, designed for small red potatoes, and our results were… adequate. The thickened pouch handled the cook well, resisting welds even with busy lives, though the seams felt less robust than expected. our red potatoes emerged perfectly tender, but the flavor—that subtle earthiness—was subtly muted compared to stovetop results. The bag’s thickness is clear, preventing moisture leaks, but the trade-off is a longer microwave prep time. While functional for a quick meal, we found our palates craved a bit more depth. The bag is reliable for convenience, but for us, it’s a whey pass for the occasional craving.