Microwave Sliced Baked Potatoes Like Longhorn Steakhouse
If you’ve ever dined at Longhorn Steakhouse, you’ve probably savored their delicious Microwave Sliced Baked Potatoes. I had the same experience and decided to recreate this culinary delight at home. With this easy-to-follow recipe, you can enjoy the amazing taste of these potatoes right in your kitchen. So, let’s dive into the details and discover how to make Microwave Sliced Baked Potatoes that will leave your taste buds singing.
Ingredients
Here’s what you’ll need:
| INGREDIENTS | QUANTITY |
|---|---|
| Medium evenly-sized potatoes | 4 |
| Salt | 1 teaspoon |
| Melted butter | 2 – 3 tablespoons |
| Chopped fresh herbs (e.g., parsley, chives, thyme, or sage) or dried herbs of your choice | 2 – 3 tablespoons (fresh) or 2 – 3 teaspoons (dried) |
| Grated cheddar cheese | 4 tablespoons |
| Parmesan cheese | 1 1⁄2 tablespoons |
Directions
Follow these simple steps to create Microwave Sliced Baked Potatoes:
- Prepare the Potatoes
- To prevent your knife from slicing all the way through, place the handle of a spoon or a table knife alongside each potato.
- Arrange the Potatoes
- Place the prepared potatoes in a micro-safe dish or pan.
- Add the Flavor
- Sprinkle the potatoes with the melted butter and your chosen herbs, such as parsley, chives, thyme, or sage.
- Microwave
- Set your microwave to HIGH power and cook the potatoes for 10 minutes, remembering to rearrange them after 5 minutes.
- Let Them Rest
- After microwaving, let the potatoes rest for 5 minutes.
- Cheesy Goodness
- Sprinkle the grated cheddar and Parmesan cheese over the potatoes.
- Final Microwave Burst
- Microwave the potatoes for another 4 to 6 minutes at HIGH power until the cheeses are melted, and the potatoes become soft.
- Season and Serve
- Sprinkle the potatoes with salt to taste.
- You can serve these delightful Microwave Sliced Baked Potatoes as a flavorful side dish or even as a main course alongside a fresh salad. Get ready to enjoy!
