Perfect Baked Potato
This recipe for perfectly baked potatoes yields a crisp, golden skin and a fluffy, tender interior. Ideal as a side dish or a loaded main, these potatoes are simple and versatile.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 4 medium russet potatoes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Scrub the potatoes clean and pat them dry with a towel.
- Poke several holes in each potato with a fork to allow steam to escape.
- Rub each potato with olive oil and sprinkle evenly with salt and pepper.
- Place potatoes directly on the oven rack with a baking sheet underneath to catch drips.
- Bake for 45–60 minutes, depending on potato size, until the skin is crisp and the inside feels soft when gently squeezed with an oven mitt.
- Remove from the oven, slice open, fluff the insides with a fork, and add desired toppings before serving.
Notes
- Add garlic powder or smoked paprika to the skin for extra flavor.
- Top with cheese, chives, or steamed broccoli for a more filling meal.
- Swap sour cream with Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days; reheat in oven or microwave.
- Freeze cooled baked potatoes for up to 3 months; thaw overnight before reheating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 potato
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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