How to Bake a Potato
Unlock the secret to the perfect baked potato with our step-by-step guide. Learn various cooking methods and topping suggestions for a scrumptious, customizable meal you'll love.
- Prep time
- 5 min
- Cook time
- 1 hr
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- HARD
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 4 russet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1-2 teaspoons salt
- 4 tablespoons salted butter (melted)
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup finely chopped chives
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- Broccoli
- Sautéed peppers
- Jalapeño slices
- Crispy fried onions
- Shredded meats
- Chili
- Homemade nacho cheese sauce
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- 2
Thoroughly scrub each potato to remove dirt. Using a fork, poke 8 to 10 sets of holes in the skins of each potato for ventilation.
- 3
Rub each potato with a small amount of olive oil, then season generously with salt. Wrap each potato tightly in aluminum foil.
- 4
Place the wrapped potatoes on a baking sheet to catch any juices that may leak out. Bake for 1 hour, or until the potatoes are soft.
- 5
Carefully remove the potatoes from the oven and unwrap. Slice each potato in half lengthwise.
- 6
Add 1 tablespoon of melted butter to the inside of each potato. Top with sour cream, chives, and any other desired toppings. Season with salt and pepper to taste.