Baked Potato Recipe

Time1h 10m

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
Scrub the potatoes under running water to remove any dirt. Pat them dry with a clean towel.
3
Pierce the Potatoes
Use a fork to pierce each potato several times. This allows steam to escape during baking.
4
Season the Potatoes
Rub each potato with olive oil, then sprinkle salt and ground black pepper evenly over them.

5
Bake the Potatoes
Place the prepared potatoes directly on the oven rack or on a baking sheet. Bake for 45-60 minutes, or until the skin is crispy and a fork easily pierces the flesh.
6
Check for Doneness
After 45 minutes, check the potatoes by inserting a fork. If it goes in easily, the potatoes are done. If not, continue baking and check every 5 minutes.

7
Add Toppings
Once baked, remove the potatoes from the oven. Cut a slit down the center of each potato, fluff the insides with a fork, and add butter. Top with sour cream, chives, shredded cheese, and bacon bits as desired.
8
Enjoy
Serve the baked potatoes hot and enjoy them as a side dish or a meal on their own.