Savory Steakhouse Baked Potatoes
Course: Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Keyword: baked potato, crispy potato, garlic cheese butter, Savory Steakhouse Baked Potatoes, steakhouse potato
- 8 large russet potatoes washed and scrubbed
- 4 tablespoons kosher salt for coating
Optional Toppings:
- Garlic Cheese Butter see recipe below for flavor-packed spread
- 1 cup sour cream chilled for topping
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese sharp or mild
- ½ cup crispy bacon bits for crunch
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives finely chopped
Garlic Cheese Butter:
- 16 tablespoons unsalted butter softened to room temperature
- 7 ounces shredded cheddar cheese aged preferred
- 1½ ounces Romano cheese freshly grated
- 3 cloves garlic minced finely
- ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce for depth of flavor
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika adds gentle heat
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional for kick
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Place the softened butter in a stand mixer bowl and whip on medium-high speed for 2 minutes until fluffy.
Add cheddar, Romano, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, cayenne, and season with salt and pepper. Continue beating on medium-high for 3 minutes until fully blended.
Preheat your oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with foil.
Rinse each potato and, while still damp, rub generously with kosher salt. Arrange on the foil-lined sheet, ensuring each has a visible salt coating.
Bake potatoes for 45–60 minutes until tender inside and crisp on the skin. Flip halfway through if desired. Test doneness with a paring knife; it should pierce easily.
When ready to serve, cut the top of each potato with a kitchen towel protecting your hands, gently squeeze the sides to open, and fluff the interior with a fork. Serve with all toppings.
For the garlic cheese butter: scoop liberally onto hot baked potatoes immediately or refrigerate for later use.
These potatoes are the ultimate comfort food, perfect for family dinners or indulgent weeknight sides. The garlic cheese butter elevates every bite, leaving you craving more.
Serving: 1 serving | Calories: 695kcal | Carbohydrates: 68g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 42g | Saturated Fat: 26g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 114mg | Sodium: 4144mg | Potassium: 1584mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1316IU | Vitamin C: 21mg | Calcium: 312mg | Iron: 3mg