Description
A nostalgic and comforting recipe for perfectly baked potatoes, crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, topped with butter, sour cream, and chives.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium Russet potatoes
- Salt
- Olive oil
- Butter
- Sour cream
- Chives
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Wash the potatoes thoroughly and pat them dry.
- Prick each potato a few times with a fork.
- Rub the potatoes with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.
- Place the potatoes directly on the oven rack.
- Bake for about 45-60 minutes until tender.
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool for a few minutes.
- Cut a slit in the top, add butter, sour cream, and garnish with chives.
Notes
Experiment with different toppings like bacon, cheese, or scallions to elevate your baked potato experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 potato
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: baked potato, comfort food, side dish, vegetarian, easy recipe
