Simple Baked Potatoes
Master the art of comfort food with this recipe for Simple Baked Potatoes—your ultimate guide to achieving perfectly crispy skins and fluffy interiors every time. Using just four basic ingredients—Russet potatoes, olive oil, salt, and black pepper—this hassle-free recipe transforms a pantry staple into a versatile side dish or a satisfying main course. With only 10 minutes of prep time, the potatoes bake to golden perfection in about an hour, filling your kitchen with their irresistible aroma. Whether you enjoy them plain or loaded with toppings like sour cream, cheese, and chives, these easy, oven-baked potatoes are the answer to a hearty, no-fuss meal. Perfect for dinner parties, weeknight dinners, or meal prep, this recipe will make baked potatoes a regular feature at your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large Russet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Wash the potatoes thoroughly under running water using a vegetable brush to scrub away any dirt, then pat them dry with a towel.
Use a fork to prick each potato about 6-8 times; this will allow steam to escape during baking.
Rub each potato with olive oil, ensuring they are evenly coated. This will help the skins crispen.
Sprinkle the potatoes generously with salt and a little black pepper, covering all sides.
Place the potatoes directly on the middle oven rack or on a baking sheet to catch any drips.
Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until the skins are crispy and a fork easily pierces the flesh.
Remove the potatoes from the oven carefully using oven mitts, and let them cool slightly.
Slice each potato open lengthwise, fluff the insides with a fork, and serve with your favorite toppings such as butter, sour cream, cheese, bacon bits, or chives.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1361 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.4 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2014 mg | 88% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 244.4 g | 89% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.0 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.2 g | ||
| Protein | 30.4 g | 61% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 144 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 7.6 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 5862 mg | 125% | |
*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.
