Baked Potatoes

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Ingredients

  • 4 large russet potatoes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter
  • Salt, to taste
  • Optional toppings: sour cream, shredded cheese, chopped chives, bacon bits, butter

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Prepare the Potatoes: Scrub the potatoes clean and pat them dry. Prick each potato a few times with a fork.
  3. Oil and Salt: Rub each potato with olive oil or melted butter and sprinkle with salt.
  4. Bake: Place the potatoes directly on the oven rack or on a baking sheet. Bake for 45–60 minutes, or until the skin is crispy and a fork easily pierces through the center.
  5. Serve: Cut a slit across the top, fluff the inside with a fork, and add your favorite toppings.

Would you like variations like loaded baked potatoes or a microwave version?

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