Baked Potatoes Primavera Recipe

Ingredients for Baked Potatoes Primavera

• 4 large russet potatoes
• Assorted Fresh Vegetables
• Alfredo Sauce
• Dried Basil Leaves
• Red Pepper Flakes
• Salt And Pepper

How to Make Baked Potatoes Primavera

1. Preheat your microwave to high power.
2. Wash and scrub potatoes thoroughly. Prick each potato several times with a fork to prevent explosion during microwaving.
3. Arrange potatoes in the microwave, spacing them evenly.
4. Microwave on high for 14-16 minutes, or until a fork easily pierces the center. Cooking time may vary depending on the size and wattage of your microwave.
5. While potatoes are microwaving, prepare the vegetables. In a 2-quart saucepan, bring 1 cup of water to a boil over medium-high heat.
6. Add the broccoli, carrots, bell peppers, and asparagus. Cover, reduce heat to medium, and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until vegetables are crisp-tender.
7. Drain the vegetables thoroughly.
8. Stir in the heavy cream (or half-and-half), basil, and red pepper flakes. Heat over medium-low, stirring occasionally, until the sauce gently simmers and slightly thickens (about 2-3 minutes).
9. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
10. Once the potatoes are cooked, carefully remove them from the microwave. Let them cool slightly before splitting each potato lengthwise with a fork.
11. Fluff the potato flesh with a fork.
12. Divide the potatoes among four serving plates.
13. Spoon the vegetable mixture evenly over the potatoes and serve immediately.