Description
Baked potatoes are a comforting classic that transforms simple ingredients into a delightful dish. With their crispy skin and fluffy interior, these versatile potatoes can be customized with your favorite toppings, making them perfect for any meal or occasion. Whether served as a side dish or a hearty main course, baked potatoes bring warmth and satisfaction to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium russet potatoes (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp salt
- Your favorite toppings (e.g., cheese, sour cream, chives)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Wash and dry the russet potatoes thoroughly.
- Poke holes all over each potato using a fork to allow steam to escape.
- Drizzle olive oil over the potatoes, rubbing it in evenly. Sprinkle generously with salt.
- Place the potatoes directly on the oven rack or on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 45-60 minutes until tender; they should easily yield to a fork.
- Remove from the oven, slice open lengthwise, fluff the insides with a fork, and top with your favorite ingredients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Comfort Food
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 potato (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg