Microwave Twice Baked Potatoes

Transform your weeknight dinner game with these creamy and indulgent Microwave Twice Baked Potatoes, a quick and flavorful twist on the classic comfort food. Utilizing the convenience of your microwave, this recipe cuts down on cooking time without sacrificing taste, delivering perfectly fluffy potato filling mixed with melted cheddar cheese, tangy sour cream, and a hint of butter for richness. The skins cradle the velvety filling topped with more bubbly cheese, creating a delightful combination of textures. Garnished with fresh green onions, these stuffed potatoes are perfect as a main or a hearty side dish. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy recipe is ideal for busy schedules, yet elegant enough to impress your guests.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium Russet potatoes
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 0.25 cup Milk
• 0.5 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.25 cup Sour cream
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Green onions (sliced)

Directions

Step 1

Wash and scrub the potatoes thoroughly to remove any dirt. Use a fork to pierce each potato several times to allow steam to escape during cooking.

Step 2

Place the potatoes on a microwave-safe plate and microwave on high for 8-10 minutes, flipping them halfway through. Potatoes should be tender when pierced with a fork. Adjust cooking time as needed based on your microwave's power.

Step 3

Carefully remove the potatoes from the microwave (they will be hot). Let them cool for 5-10 minutes or until they are easy to handle.

Step 4

Slice each potato in half lengthwise. Using a spoon, scoop out the flesh into a mixing bowl, leaving about 1/4 inch of potato flesh around the skin to create a sturdy shell.

Step 5

To the mixing bowl, add the butter, milk, shredded cheddar cheese (reserving a small amount for topping), sour cream, salt, and black pepper. Mash and mix until smooth and creamy.

Step 6

Spoon the potato mixture back into the potato skins, dividing evenly and slightly mounding the filling in each shell.

Step 7

Sprinkle the reserved cheddar cheese on top of the filled potatoes.

Step 8

Return the potatoes to the microwave-safe plate and microwave on high for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the filling is heated through.

Step 9

Garnish each potato with sliced green onions before serving.

Step 10

Serve hot and enjoy your quick and delicious microwave twice-baked potatoes!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	938.6 grams (938.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1454

Total Fat 79.00g	101%
Saturated Fat 48.50g	242%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 219mg	73%
Sodium 1712mg	74%
Total Carbohydrate 162.00g	59%
Dietary Fiber 12.50g	45%
Total Sugars 15.10g
Protein 38.70g	77%

Vitamin D 27IU	134%
Calcium 683mg	53%
Iron 8mg	46%
Potassium 4024mg	86%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.0%

Protein: 10.2%

Carbs: 42.8%