Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this perfect baked potato recipe. With a crispy skin and a fluffy interior, these baked potatoes are simple to prepare and can be customized with your favorite toppings. Perfect for cozy nights or summer barbecues, they serve as a delightful side or main course. Follow these easy steps for a satisfying meal that evokes feelings of home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large Russet potatoes (about 10 oz each)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp coarse sea salt
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- Toppings of choice (sour cream, chives, cheese, etc.)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Wash and dry russet potatoes thoroughly.
- Poke holes in each potato with a fork. Rub with olive oil and sprinkle generously with sea salt.
- Place potatoes directly on the oven rack or on a lined baking sheet. Bake for 45-60 minutes until tender when pierced with a fork.
- Slice open while hot, add butter and your favorite toppings, then enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Side
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 278
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 7mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 10mg