Name: Perfect Baked Potato Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 large russet potatoes; 2 tbsp olive oil; 2 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; Optional toppings: sour cream, chives, bacon, cheese

Perfect Baked Potato Recipe

Moyna Holton Modified: November 12, 2023

How To Make Perfect Baked Potato Recipe

Preparation: 10 minutes

Cooking: 60 minutes

Total: 70 minutes

Serves:

Ingredients

4 large russet potatoes
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
Optional toppings: sour cream, chives, bacon, cheese

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Scrub the potatoes clean and pat them dry with paper towels.
Poke each potato several times with a fork to allow steam to escape during baking.
Rub the potatoes with olive oil, then 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, or until the potatoes are tender and the skins are crispy.
Remove the potatoes from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes.
Slice each potato lengthwise and gently squeeze the ends to open up the middle.
Fluff the potato flesh with a fork.
Serve the baked potatoes hot with your favorite toppings such as sour cream, chives, bacon, or cheese.