Perfect Baked Potato
Discover the secret to a perfectly baked potato with this simple yet satisfying recipe! Using hearty russet potatoes, this dish boasts crisp, golden skins and fluffy interiors that melt in your mouth. Pricked for even cooking and rubbed with olive oil, salt, and black pepper for irresistible flavor, these potatoes bake to perfection in under an hour. Finished with rich butter, creamy sour cream, and a sprinkle of fresh chives, each bite is a comforting symphony of textures and flavors. Whether served as a stand-alone treat or a versatile side dish, this recipe will quickly become your go-to for mastering the art of the classic baked potato. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, it's a timeless crowd-pleaser that’s worth the oven space.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large Russet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 tablespoons Butter
- 0.5 cup Sour cream
- 2 tablespoons Chives
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Wash and scrub the potatoes thoroughly under running water to remove any dirt. Pat them dry with a kitchen towel.
Using a fork, prick each potato several times. This allows steam to escape and prevents them from bursting in the oven.
Rub each potato with a small amount of olive oil to coat evenly. Sprinkle the salt and black pepper over each potato.
Place the potatoes directly onto the oven rack, and bake for around 50-60 minutes, or until the skin is crisp and the inside feels soft when pierced with a fork.
Remove the potatoes from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes.
To serve, slice each potato open lengthwise and fluff the inside with a fork. Top each potato with 1 tablespoon of butter, a dollop of sour cream, and a sprinkle of chives.
Serve hot as a side dish or a standalone meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
496 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.2 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.1 g | 61% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 45 mg | 15% | |
| Sodium | 604 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 62.9 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.4 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.7 g | ||
| Protein | 8.8 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 78 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 1469 mg | 31% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
