Perfect Baked Potato Recipe
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Perfect Baked Potato Recipe
Description
Perfect Baked Potato Recipe centers on large baking potatoes carefully coated in olive oil and salt before baking. This coating ensures the skins crisp up nicely during the one-hour bake at 375°F while locking moisture inside for a tender interior. The result is a satisfying balance between the crunchy outer layer and the soft potato inside. No complex ingredients are needed, focusing purely on basic seasoning and proper baking technique.
The method involves rinsing and drying the potatoes thoroughly, then evenly coating them with a flavorful mixture of olive oil and salt. Baking them on parchment-lined cookie sheets helps maintain crispness all around. Once baked, the potatoes can be served whole or sliced at the center and gently pushed from the ends to reveal the fluffy interior. This preparation allows for effortless serving with toppings or as a side.
These baked potatoes are versatile at meal times and keep well for a few days if refrigerated. Reheating can be done in an oven or microwave to restore warmth and texture. Leftover baked potatoes can also be repurposed into dishes like hash browns, making them a practical staple to prepare ahead when convenient.
To store, cover cooled potatoes and refrigerate for up to three days, avoiding freezing to preserve quality. When reheating, warming them at 350°F or microwaving can refresh them efficiently. The simple seasoning can be adjusted according to preference, but the oil coating is recommended to achieve the ideal skin texture.
Ingredients
- 5 baking potato large
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°.
- Rinse the baked potatoes under cold water and rub with your hands to remove any dirt. Dry with a towel.
- Mix together the oil and salt in a medium-size bowl until combined.
- Taking one potato at a time add it to the bowl and completely coat it in the oil and salt.
- Place the potatoes once coated onto a cookie sheet tray lined with parchment paper and bake at 375° for 60 minutes.
- When they are done cooking serve whole, or slice in the center and push the outsides to the middle and serve.
Notes
- Consume baked potatoes within an hour of preparation for best texture and flavor.
- Reheat by baking at 350°F for 15 minutes or microwaving until warmed through.
- Store covered refrigerated for up to three days; freezing is not recommended.
- Leftover baked potatoes can be repurposed into hash browns or similar dishes.
- Coating potatoes in olive oil before baking enhances skin crispness even if salt is omitted.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 5Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 226 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 226kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 38g | 13% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Sodium | 1406mg | 59% |
| Potassium | 889mg | 19% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 2IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 12mg | 13% |
| Calcium | 29mg | 3% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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