Perfect Baked Potato
Crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, baked potatoes are a timeless classic for a reason. Serve with your main course or enjoy it on its own!
Ingredients
- 1 russet potato
- olive oil spray
- coarse salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400º F. Scrub potatoes clean and place on a plate. Pat dry with paper towels. Using a fork, pierce skin about 4 times per side (16-ish total).
- Spray with olive oil (or brush on if you don't have spray) and liberally sprinkle with salt.
- Place potatoes directly on the oven rack in the middle position and bake for 30 minutes. Turn potatoes and bake for 20-30 minutes more, until a fork easily pierces the skin and potato is tender.
- To "pop" open potato, use a fork to make a slit down the middle, wiggling it back and forth as you go. Place your thumbs at one side and your fingers at the top and squeeze. The split should pop open and create a perfect opening for your toppings!
- CAUTION: they call it a hot potato for a reason! Use oven mitts or allow potatoes to cool before handling.
Notes
- Need to use the oven at a different temperature? Add 10-15 minutes of bake time if cooking at 375º F. The skin might not get as crispy, but it's a convenient way to bake multiple items.
- Top with broccoli and cheddar or chili for a complete meal!
Nutrition
Calories: 168kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 0.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 11mg | Potassium: 888mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 2IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 2mg
Disclaimer: All nutrition values are per serving and approximate. They will vary depending on products and quantities used.
