The Baked Potato

Total Time:

1 hr 10 min

Prep:       

10 min

Cook:

1 hr

Ingredients

1 large russet potato (If it looks like Mr. Potato Head®, you've got the right one.)

Canola oil to coat

Kosher salt

Directions

Watch how to make this recipe.

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.

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