The Best Baked Potatoes
Unleash the secret to perfectly fluffy and flavorful baked potatoes with this easy recipe for "The Best Baked Potatoes." Featuring simple pantry staples like olive oil, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper, this recipe transforms humble Russet potatoes into a crispy-on-the-outside, tender-on-the-inside masterpiece. With just 10 minutes of prep and an hour in the oven, these baked potatoes are ideal for busy weeknights or as a versatile side for dinner parties. Serve them plain for a light option or dress them up with classic toppings like sour cream, cheddar cheese, or crispy bacon. Whether paired with your favorite entrees or enjoyed as a hearty vegetarian dish, these oven-baked potatoes are guaranteed to become a household favorite. Keywords: best baked potatoes, crispy baked potatoes, Russet potatoes recipe, easy baked potatoes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Russet potatoes (medium-sized)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoons Kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Thoroughly wash and scrub the potatoes to remove any dirt. Pat them dry with a clean towel.
Using a fork, poke 6-8 holes evenly around each potato. This will allow steam to escape during baking.
Rub each potato with olive oil, ensuring they are evenly coated.
Sprinkle the kosher salt and black pepper over the potatoes, making sure to season all sides.
Place the potatoes directly on the oven rack for maximum airflow, or place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and can be easily pierced with a knife or skewer.
Once baked, remove the potatoes from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve the baked potatoes plain or cut them open and add your favorite toppings such as butter, sour cream, cheese, chives, or bacon bits.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
927 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.8 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 635 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 148.7 g | 54% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.7 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.8 g | ||
| Protein | 18.1 g | 36% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 86 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 4.8 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 3822 mg | 81% | |
*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.
