Baked Potato Recipe

Time1h 5m

Serves4

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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
Wash the Russet potatoes thoroughly under cold water to remove any dirt. Pat them dry with a towel.
3
Season the Potatoes
Using a fork, poke several holes into each potato to allow steam to escape during baking. Rub each potato with olive oil, and sprinkle sea salt and black pepper evenly over the surface.
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 skin is crispy and a fork easily pierces through the center.

5
Prepare Toppings
While the potatoes are baking, prepare your desired toppings. You can melt the butter, chop the chives, and have sour cream, shredded cheese, and bacon bits ready to go.
6
Serve
Once the potatoes are baked, remove them from the oven. Cut a slit down the center of each potato and gently squeeze the ends to open them up. Add your favorite toppings such as butter, sour cream, chives, shredded cheese, and bacon bits.