One Pound Baked Potato Recipe
butter | sour cream | fresh chive
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- 2
Wash the Potato
Thoroughly wash the Russet potato under cool running water to remove any dirt. Pat it dry with a paper towel.
- 3
Poke Holes
Using a fork, poke several holes in the potato to allow steam to escape while baking.
- 4
Apply Butter
Rub the potato with 1 tablespoon of butter. This will help to crisp the skin while baking.
- 5
Wrap the Potato
Optionally, wrap the potato in aluminum foil to keep it moist during baking (this step is not necessary, but can be done for a softer skin).
Baking
- 6
Bake the Potato
Place the potato 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.
Serving
- 7
Remove and Cool
Once baked, carefully remove the potato from the oven and allow it to cool for a few minutes.
- 8
Cut and Add Toppings
Slice the potato open lengthwise and fluff the insides with a fork. Add the remaining tablespoon of butter, sour cream, and sprinkle fresh chives on top.
- 9
Serve
Serve hot, and enjoy your delicious baked potato!