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Awesome Simple Baked Potatoes Recipe

Elevate your simple baked potato game! This recipe delivers unbelievably fluffy insides and perfectly crispy skins. Forget everything you thought you knew about baked potatoes – these are so easy, yet the flavor and texture are incredible. Friends say they'll never bake a potato any other way after trying this foolproof method!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 65 mins
Calories 118.3 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 4.6 (41 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Awesome Simple Baked Potatoes

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 4 large baking potatoes
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • butter, for serving
  • sour cream, for serving
  • chives, for serving

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How to Make Awesome Simple Baked Potatoes

  1. Scrub 4 large russet potatoes thoroughly under cold water.
  2. Do not dry the potatoes.
  3. Trim the ends of each potato so they stand upright on the oven rack.
  4. Generously salt all sides of each potato.
  5. Place potatoes upright on a wire rack set inside a baking pan. This allows for even air circulation.
  6. Bake in a preheated 400°F (200°C) oven for approximately 60-75 minutes, or until a fork easily pierces the center. Baking time may vary slightly depending on the size of your potatoes.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

147 g

Sugar

4g

Fat

0g

Carbs

9g

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