The Baked Potato
The classic baked potato is always a treat and not only makes a wonderful side but can stand alone for a dinner all on its own.
Dovetailing Tip: In addition to the baked potatoes that you cook for today's meal cook an additional 4 potatoes to use day 3 in Shepard's Pie Baked Potatoes.
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Ingredients:
| 1 | large russet potato (if it looks like mr. potato head®, you've got the right one.) |
| canola oil to coat | |
| kosher salt | |
| optional toppings, such as butter, sour cream, shredded cheddar and/or scallions |
Directions:
Heat oven to 350 degrees and position racks in top and bottom thirds. Wash potato (or potatoes) thoroughly with a stiff brush and cold running water. Dry, then using a standard fork poke 8 to 12 deep holes all over the spud so that moisture can escape during cooking. Place in a bowl and coat lightly with oil. Sprinkle with kosher salt and place potato directly on rack in middle of oven. Place a baking sheet on the lower rack to catch any drippings.
Bake 1 hour or until skin feels crisp but flesh beneath feels soft. Serve by creating a dotted line from end to end with your fork, then crack the spud open by squeezing the ends towards one another. It will pop right open. But watch out, there will be some steam. Add toppings if using.
Source: foodnetwork.com
