Description
Baked potatoes in the oven are a quintessential comfort food that transforms humble ingredients into a satisfying dish. Imagine biting into a perfectly baked potato with a crispy skin and fluffy interior, ready to be topped with your favorites like butter, cheese, or sour cream. This easy recipe not only promises delicious results but also offers endless customization options for any palate. Ideal for family dinners, barbecues, or as a delightful side dish, these oven-baked potatoes are sure to impress everyone at the table. With minimal effort and just a few ingredients, you can create a cozy meal that feels like a warm hug on a plate.
Ingredients
- Medium-sized russet potatoes
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Coarse sea salt
- Freshly cracked black pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Wash the russet potatoes thoroughly and dry them with a clean towel.
- Drizzle olive oil over each potato and rub it evenly into the skin. Sprinkle with coarse salt.
- Place the seasoned potatoes directly on the middle rack of the oven and bake for 45-60 minutes until fork-tender.
- Check doneness by inserting a fork into the largest potato; if it goes through easily, they are ready.
- Remove from the oven carefully, cut open lengthwise, fluff with a fork, and add your favorite toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 potato (173g)
- Calories: 161
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 9mg
- Fat: 0.2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg