Description
Baked potatoes in the oven are the ultimate comfort food, combining a crispy, golden skin with a fluffy, tender interior.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large russet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Rinse each potato under cold water and pat dry thoroughly.
- Poke several holes around each potato using a fork to allow steam to escape during baking.
- Drizzle olive oil over the potatoes and sprinkle generously with salt and pepper; rub into the skin.
- Place the potatoes directly on the oven rack or on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 45-60 minutes until fork-tender.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 medium russet potato (185g)
- Calories: 245
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider sprinkling garlic powder or paprika before baking. Experiment with toppings like Greek yogurt or steamed vegetables for healthier options. Store leftover baked potatoes in the refrigerator for up to two days; reheat in the oven for best texture.