Description
Perfect baked potatoes with crispy skins and fluffy interiors, seasoned simply for a comforting and versatile side dish. Easy to customize with your favorite toppings.
Ingredients
- 4 medium russet potatoes
- 1–2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- Freshly ground black pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F.
- Scrub the potatoes clean and pat them dry thoroughly.
- Use a fork to poke several holes in each potato.
- Rub the potatoes with olive oil and sprinkle evenly with salt and pepper.
- Place the potatoes directly on the oven rack or on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 45-60 minutes, or until the skins are crisp and a fork easily pierces the centers.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Slice open and fluff the insides with a fork.
- Serve with desired toppings such as butter, sour cream, cheese, or chives.
Notes
- For extra crispy skin, avoid wrapping potatoes in foil.
- Cooking time will vary depending on potato size.
- You can microwave the potatoes for 5 minutes before baking to shorten cook time.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Reheat in the oven to maintain crispiness.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 potato
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 37 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
