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How to Bake a Potato

Follow these easy tips on how to bake a potato so they're perfect every time. Serve them as a side dish or make a meal out of them with your favorite toppings.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time45 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Course: Side Dishes
Cuisine: American
Keyword: how to bake a potato
Servings: 1 baked potato
Calories: 289kcal
Author: Lois

Ingredients

  • 1 Russet baking potato
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • Salt and pepper

Instructions

  • Wash the potatoes.     
  • Prick the potatoes with a fork.  
  • Rub the potatoes with vegetable oil. 
  • Sprinkle the potatoes with a good amount of salt and pepper. 
  • Wrap each potato separately in aluminum foil. 
  • Place the potatoes on a baking tray.
  • Bake them in a preheated 425°F oven.
  • The potatoes are done when you can stick a knife into the middle with no resistance.  
  • Remove from the oven and serve immediately.

Notes

Do not skip the salt and pepepr. This is the secret to having the perfect baked potato.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 289kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 12g | Sodium: 320mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 2g