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
- 6 large russet potatoes
- 2 tsp olive oil, for coating the potatoes
- Kosher salt (optional)
- Fine salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 4 to 6 tbsp butter, for serving
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.6 large russet potatoes | 2 tsp olive oil | Kosher salt (optional)
- 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.
- Cut an X or a long slit across the top of each hot potato. Hold each potato with a kitchen towel and squeeze the sides toward the center to open it and expose more of the flesh.
- Sprinkle the potatoes with fine salt and freshly ground black pepper and serve them with butter and your favorite garnishes.
Tip: Check for doneness by piercing the center with a fork or skewer; it should slide in easily.
Nutrition
Calories: 178kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 54mgPotassium: 638mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 178IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg
Disclaimer:
Our nutritional information is based on a third-party application that analyzes the ingredients list to determine the values. The information is meant to be helpful, but should be considered an estimate. Values may differ depending on measurements, brands, serving variations, and database availability.
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