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How to Make Baked Potatoes

How to make the best baked potatoes with flavorful, crispy skin and fluffy insides in three easy steps. Baked potato topping ideas included!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
50 mins
Servings: 4 1 potato each
Calories: 20775 kcal
Course: Side Dish , Dinner
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 4 russet potatoes (½ lb. each) $1.20
  • 1 Tbsp cooking oil $0.04
  • 1 pinch salt $0.02

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 400ºF. Wash the potatoes well, then dry them with a towel. Use a fork to prick each potato several times.
  2. Drizzle the cooking oil over the potatoes, then use your hands to smear the oil over each potato until it is fully coated. Place the potatoes on a baking sheet (you can line the baking sheet in parchment or foil for easy cleanup, if desired). Season the potatoes with a pinch of salt.
  3. Bake the potatoes in the preheated oven for about 45 minutes, or until the potatoes can be pierced easily with a fork. Total baking time will depend on the size of your potatoes.
  4. Carefully cut the potatoes open, fluff the inside with a fork, and add your favorite toppings!

Nutrition Information

Serving 1serving Calories 207.75kcal (10%) Carbohydrates 40.65g (14%) Protein 4.83g (10%) Fat 3.68g (6%) Sodium 109.58mg (5%) Fiber 2.93g (12%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 41 potato each

Amount Per Serving

Calories 20775

% Daily Value*

Serving 1serving
Calories 207.75kcal 10%
Carbohydrates 40.65g 14%
Protein 4.83g 10%
Fat 3.68g 6%
Sodium 109.58mg 5%
Fiber 2.93g 12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.