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A perfect baked potato with crispy skin and fluffy interior topped with butter.

Perfect Baked Potatoes

This method yields perfectly fluffy baked potatoes with crispy skin, making them a delicious side dish or main course topper.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 160
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 large Russet potatoes Choose medium to large for best results.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil Or melted butter if preferred.
  • to taste Kosher salt Generous sprinkling for crispy skin.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Scrub the potatoes well and dry them completely.
  3. Poke each potato 6 to 8 times with a fork.
  4. Rub the potatoes with olive oil and sprinkle generously with salt.
Baking
  1. Place the potatoes directly on the oven rack, with a baking sheet on the rack below to catch any drips.
  2. Bake for 45 to 70 minutes depending on the size of the potatoes, until they feel soft inside.

Notes

For extra flavor, crack open the potato and add a small pat of butter immediately after baking. Consider setting up a topping bar for added fun during meal time.