How to Make Baked Potatoes

How to Make Baked Potatoes

from budgetbytes.com
Dinner
199 kcal / serving

Learn how to make the best baked potatoes with flavorful, crispy skin and fluffy insides in three easy steps. Baked potato topping ideas included!Step-by-step photos can be seen below the recipe card.

Ingredients

  • 4russet potatoes (½ lb. each, $1.56)
  • 1 tbspcooking oil ($0.04)
  • 1 pinchsalt ($0.02)

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 400ºF. Wash the potatoes well, then dry them with a towel. Use a fork to prick each potato several times.

  2. 2

    Drizzle the cooking oil over the potatoes, then use your hands to smear the oil over each potato until it is fully coated. Place the potatoes on a baking sheet (you can line the baking sheet in parchment or foil for easy cleanup, if desired). Season the potatoes with a pinch of salt.

  3. 3

    Bake the potatoes in the preheated oven for about 45 minutes, or until the potatoes can be pierced easily with a fork. Total baking time will depend on the size of your potatoes.

  4. 4

    Carefully cut the potatoes open, fluff the inside with a fork, and add your favorite toppings!