Outback Steakhouse Baked Potato
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4.8
Outback Steakhouse Baked Potato
Description
The Outback Steakhouse Baked Potato uses whole russet potatoes which are washed, dried, and coated with vegetable oil and kosher salt before baking. This method creates a skin that crisps in the oven while keeping the interior soft and fluffy. Baking is done at a moderate 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about an hour, checked by a fork to confirm tenderness.
Notably, the recipe cautions against poking holes in the potato, a common step in some baked potato methods, to avoid overcooking and potential bursting. The oil and salt treatment enhances the texture and flavor, extending beyond a simple boiled or microwaved potato.
This baked potato serves well as a side dish for steak or other hearty main courses and can be topped with toppings like sour cream, chives, butter, or cheese per individual preference.
Ingredients
- 4 russet potatoes about 1/2 pound each
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 to 2 tablespoons kosher salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Wash and dry the potatoes and do not poke each potato once or twice with a fork. Again, do not poke any holes in the potato. Potatoes only explode when they are overcooked.
- Pour the vegetable oil into a small dish and dip a paper towel into the oil. Rub the oil all over each potato.
- Place the potatoes on a baking sheet. Sprinkle salt over the potatoes.
- Bake for about 1 hour. Check the potatoes for doneness by inserting a fork into one. If it presses through easily, the potato has completed cooking.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 248 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 248kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 28g | 9% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 119mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 936mg | 20% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 0g | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 25.8mg | 29% |
| Calcium | 68mg | 7% |
| Iron | 7.3mg | 41% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.8
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