Description
Baked potatoes, the quintessential comfort food, offer a delightful mix of a crispy exterior and fluffy interior, making them perfect for any occasion. Whether served as a side dish or a main event at game night or family gatherings, these versatile spuds are guaranteed to please. With endless topping options ranging from butter to chili, you can personalize your potato experience every time. Get ready to create warm memories with this simple yet satisfying recipe.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium russet potatoes (about 8 ounces each)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 4 tbsp butter (optional)
- Assorted toppings (sour cream, cheese, chives, bacon bits)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Scrub the russet potatoes under cold water and pat dry.
- Poke several holes in each potato with a fork.
- Rub olive oil over each potato and sprinkle with sea salt.
- Place potatoes directly on the oven rack or on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 45-60 minutes, until tender when pierced with a fork.
- Slice open the baked potatoes and add butter first, then top with your favorites.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 medium potato (about 227g)
- Calories: 213
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 11mg
- Fat: 0.2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg