Description
Baked potatoes are a staple comfort food that transforms any meal into a cozy experience. With their crispy skin and fluffy interior, these versatile potatoes can be customized with your favorite toppings—from classic butter and sour cream to creative options like chili or broccoli. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, this baked potato recipe will elevate your dining experience and leave everyone asking for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium russet potatoes (about 150g each)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp coarse sea salt
- Assorted toppings (e.g., ½ cup sour cream, ¼ cup shredded cheese, chopped chives)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Scrub the potatoes under running water and dry them thoroughly.
- Poke several holes in each potato with a fork to prevent steam buildup.
- Rub olive oil over the potatoes and sprinkle with coarse sea salt.
- Place the potatoes directly on the oven rack or in a baking dish.
- Bake for 45-60 minutes, until tender when pierced with a fork.
- Slice open each potato, fluff the insides with a fork, and add your favorite toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 161
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg