Baked Potato 🥔 — a classic, simple, and versatile side dish that’s crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside.
How to Make a Perfect Baked Potato
Ingredients (per potato)
- 1 large russet potato
- 1 tsp olive oil
- Salt (kosher or sea salt)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven:
- 425°F (220°C).
- Prepare the Potato:
- Scrub potato clean and pat dry.
- Poke a few holes with a fork to allow steam to escape.
- Rub with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.
- Bake:
- Place directly on oven rack or on a baking sheet.
- Bake 45–60 minutes, depending on size, until skin is crisp and a fork slides easily into the center.
- Serve:
- Cut a slit across the top, push ends to fluff the interior.
- Add toppings: butter, sour cream, cheese, chives, bacon bits, or whatever you like!
Tips
- Russet potatoes are best for baking due to their high starch content.
- For extra crispy skin, bake without foil.
- You can microwave first for 5–7 minutes to reduce oven time, then finish in the oven for crispy skin.
If you want, I can give a recipe for loaded baked potatoes with multiple toppings, like cheese, bacon, sour cream, and chives — restaurant-style at home.
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