Description
Baked potatoes in the oven are a beloved comfort food that perfectly balances simplicity and flavor. With their crispy skin and fluffy interior, these versatile spuds can be enjoyed on their own or topped with various delicious ingredients. Baking russet potatoes at a high temperature ensures they achieve a delightful golden-brown crust while remaining soft and tender inside. Whether you’re planning a cozy family dinner or prepping meals for the week, baked potatoes serve as a nutritious side or a hearty main dish. Top them with classic butter, sour cream, cheese, or even chili for an extra kick—these oven-baked beauties are sure to satisfy your cravings.
Ingredients
- 4 medium russet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Sea salt, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Wash each russet potato thoroughly under running water and pat dry.
- Poke several holes in each potato using a fork.
- Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle generously with sea salt.
- Place directly on the middle rack of the preheated oven.
- Bake for 45-60 minutes until tender when pierced with a fork.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 baked potato (180g)
- Calories: 163
- Sugar: 0.9g
- Sodium: 17mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg