Description
Baked potatoes in the oven are the epitome of comfort food. With their crispy skins and fluffy interiors, they serve as a warm canvas for various toppings, from creamy butter to tangy sour cream. This easy recipe requires minimal effort yet delivers maximum satisfaction, making it perfect for cozy dinners or bustling weeknights. Enjoy them as a side dish at barbecues or dress them up for an impressive main course that will delight your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium Russet potatoes (about 2 lbs)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Wash and scrub the potatoes thoroughly; then dry them.
- Prick each potato several times with a fork to allow steam to escape.
- Rub each potato with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Place the potatoes directly on the oven rack or on a baking sheet lined with foil.
- Bake for 45-60 minutes until tender inside and skins are crispy.
- To check doneness, insert a fork; it should slide in easily.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving, slice open, and add desired toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Side
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 medium baked potato (200g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg