Baked Potato Recipe

Time1h 15m

Serves4

With all the fixings

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Ingredients

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1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
2
Prepare the Potatoes
Scrub the Russet potatoes under cold running water to remove any dirt. Pat them dry with a towel.
3
Season the Potatoes
Rub each potato with olive oil and sprinkle salt evenly over them. This will help the skins become crispy.

4
Bake the Potatoes
Place the prepared potatoes directly on the middle rack of the preheated oven. Bake for 45-60 minutes, or until the skins are crisp and the insides are tender. You can check doneness by inserting a fork or knife into the potato; it should easily slide in.

5
Prepare Toppings
While the potatoes are baking, chop the green onions and cook the bacon if not pre-cooked.
6
Serve the Potatoes
Once the potatoes are done, remove them from the oven. Let them cool for a few minutes, then cut a slit down the center of each potato. Add butter, sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, green onions, and bacon bits as desired.