How to Bake a Potato in the Oven
Make the tastiest, crispiest, fluffiest baked potato every time with these helpful tips. You'll never want to make a baked potato any other way.
Ingredients
- 4 russet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons oil any neutral tasting oil
- As Needed salt
I always use Kosher salt in my kitchen! If using table salt, start with half the amount and adjust to taste, as it is much "saltier" by volume.
Instructions
- Preheat an oven to 450° F. Wash, scrub if needed, and dry the potatoes.
- Place the potatoes on a foil or parchment lined baking sheet. Using a fork pierce each potato 5-6 times all over the potato.
- Rub a little oil over each potato and sprinkle with salt.
- Place in preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes. Check the potatoes by giving them a squeeze. They are done when they are soft and easy to squeeze. Top with your favorite toppings and enjoy!
Notes
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Choose a Russet potato
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Make sure all of the potatoes are similar in size. This ensures all of the potatoes will cook at the same time.
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Pierce with a fork all over the potato to release the steam.
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Coat the potato in oil and salt before baking for the tastiest potato skin.
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