How to make Perfect Baked Potatoes (with yummy crispy skin)
Baked potatoes are cheap, wicked easy, and SUPER tasty, especially if you make the skin crispy and delicious using this method! Makes a great dinner on their own or a side for a bigger meal.
Clean potatoes well with water and a vegetable brush or clean towel. Dry.
Pierce potatoes with a fork a few times to allow steam to escape.
Rub potatoes with olive oil and season all sides with salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper.
Place potatoes directly on rack in oven with a roasting pan or baking sheet underneath, to catch drippings.
Bake for 45 minutes to an hour, or until fork-tender.
Remove from oven and allow to cool for at least 5 minutes.
Using a sharp knife, slice the skin lengthwise on top.
Squeeze the sides of the potatoes to open up.
Fluff the insides with a fork, and top with fixings.
Notes
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