How to Bake Potatoes in the Oven
Servings: 4 potatoes
Ingredients
- 4 russet potatoes or Idaho potatoes
- 1 tablespoons olive oil (avocado oil or canola oil)
- 1- 2 tablespoons kosher salt or to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F.For extra-large potatoes, you may lower the oven temperature to 400°F and bake a bit longer.
- Scrub potatoes well to remove any dirt. Pat completely dry with paper towels.
- Poke each potato 4-5 times with a fork to allow steam to escape.
- Rub each potato with oil and sprinkle generously with salt.
- Place potatoes on a baking sheet OR directly on the middle oven rack for crispier skin. If using the oven rack, place a sheet of foil or a baking pan on the rack below to catch any drips.
- Bake for 45–60 minutes, depending on size (*see cooking times in notes). They’re done when a fork inserts easily, or the internal temperature reaches 205–212°F.
- Serve hot with your favorite toppings—like butter, sour cream, shredded cheese, or chives!
Notes
| Potato Size | Weight | Oven Temp | Cook Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small | 4–6 oz | 425°F | 35–45 minutes |
| Medium | 6–8 oz | 425°F | 45–60 minutes |
| Large | 8–10 oz | 400°F | 60–70 minutes |
| Extra-Large | 10 oz+ | 400–425°F | 60–90 minutes |
Nutrition
Serving: 1potatoe | Calories: 230kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 301mg | Potassium: 888mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 2IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 2mg
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