Baked Potato Recipe
A fluffy baked potato topped with a dollop of creamy butter and a sprinkle of salt for a comforting side dish.
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Ingredients
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Ingredients
Method
Directions
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- 2
- 3
Poke Holes
Use a fork to poke holes all over each potato. This helps steam escape while baking.
- 4
Season the Potatoes
Rub each potato with olive oil, then sprinkle with salt and black pepper.
- 5
Bake the Potatoes
Place the potatoes directly on the oven rack or on a baking sheet. Bake for about 45-60 minutes, or until the skins are crispy and a fork easily pierces through the flesh.
- 6
Add Toppings
Once cooked, remove the potatoes from the oven. Cut a slit down the center of each potato and fluff the insides with a fork. Add butter, sour cream, chives, and cheddar cheese as desired.
- 7
Serve
Serve hot and enjoy your delicious baked potatoes!
