Description
Baked potatoes in the oven are a delightful comfort food that transforms simple ingredients into a fluffy, satisfying meal. With a crispy skin and tender interior, these versatile spuds can be topped with anything from butter and sour cream to hearty chili. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, baked potatoes are sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium Russet potatoes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp coarse sea salt
- Toppings of choice (butter, sour cream, chives)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Wash the Russet potatoes thoroughly and pat dry.
- Poke several holes in each potato with a fork to allow steam to escape.
- Rub each potato with olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt.
- Place the potatoes directly on the oven rack and bake for 45 minutes, or until tender when squeezed gently.
- Remove from the oven, slice open, and fluff with a fork. Add your favorite toppings and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 medium baked potato (173g)
- Calories: 161
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 8mg
- Fat: 0.2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added flavor, experiment with toppings like cheese or bacon bits. To store leftovers, wrap baked potatoes in foil and refrigerate. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for best results.