Description
Baked potatoes in the oven are a simple yet delightful comfort food that transforms ordinary ingredients into an extraordinary dish. With their golden, crispy skins and fluffy, buttery interiors, these potatoes are perfect for any occasion—from cozy family dinners to festive gatherings. Easily customizable with your favorite toppings, baked potatoes offer endless possibilities for a satisfying meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium Russet potatoes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp sea salt
- 1 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 4 tbsp butter
- Your favorite toppings (sour cream, chives, cheese)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Scrub and dry the potatoes thoroughly.
- Prick each potato with a fork several times to allow steam to escape.
- Rub olive oil over each potato, then season generously with sea salt and black pepper.
- Place the potatoes directly on the middle rack of the preheated oven. Bake for 45-60 minutes until fork-tender and skins are crispy.
- Remove from the oven, cut a slit in each potato, and add butter inside until melted.
- Top with your choice of toppings and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 medium potato (180g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg