Simple Baked Potatoes
These simple baked potatoes make an easy, fuss-free side dish that goes with just about any main protein. Dress them up with garnishes or leave them plain.
by Diana Rattray
There’s little drama in baked potatoes, but they’re always a welcome side dish. For baking, choose long, nicely shaped russet or baking potatoes free from blemishes and cuts. Feel free to roll the oiled potatoes in coarse salt before baking. Baked potatoes are excellent with just about any main dish, especially grilled or pan-fried steaks and chops.
You might also like these crispy fried smashed potatoes, or these classic French fries. And these duck fat roasted potatoes are an amazing side dish to make in your oven.
Simple Baked Potatoes
These simple baked potatoes make an easy, fuss-free side dish you can serve with just about any main protein. Dress them up with garnishes or leave them plain.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds baking potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced, about 1/8-inch thickness
- 2 teaspoons olive oil for coating the potatoes
- Kosher salt, optional
- 3 tablespoons butter, for serving
- Optional garnishes: sour cream, chopped fresh parsley, shredded cheese, crumbled cooked bacon
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 400 F (200 C).
- Scrub the potatoes and pat dry. Rub the potatoes with the olive oil and sprinkle with kosher salt, if desired. Prick the potatoes in several places with a sharp fork or skewer.
- Arrange the potatoes on the oven rack and bake for 1 hour to 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender. Squeeze them or prick with a fork to test for doneness.
- Serve the baked potatoes with butter and your favorite garnishes. Enjoy!
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