"Big" Dinner #1, part 2--Stove Top "Roasted" Red Potatoes

As promised, I am now posting the first side of my "big" meal (main dish posted yesterday).  I wanted something that was easy and tasty, slightly more involved than I'd usually have time for.  I think I may have made these once before; must have been a while, since I can't recall.  Either way, they turned out great and I will certainly be making them again!  Here is a link to the recipe:
http://www.food.com/recipe/stove-top-roasted-red-potatoes-452470?photo=323901
I followed it almost exactly as written--only change was the amount of salt and to cover the potatoes while microwaving.

Ingredients:
6 large red potatoes, cut in bite-size pieces
3 T. butter
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. coarse ground pepper
3/4 tsp. dried parsley
1/2 tsp. dried basil
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1/2 tsp. onion powder

Instructions:
1. Place potatoes in a microwave-safe bowl, cover, and microwave on high for 10 minutes.  Remove from microwave, uncover, and let rest for a couple minutes.

2. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the butter.  Toss/stir potatoes to coat in butter, then add seasonings.

3. Cook for 6-8 minutes, or until desired doneness (I think I cooked closer to 10) and enjoy!