Perfect Baked Potatoes

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 425u00b0.

2. 2

   Scrub potatoes well under cold, running water.

3. 3

   Dry thoroughly with paper towels.

4. 4

   With fork, prick skins over entire surface.

5. 5

   (Brush potatoes with salad oil if you like skins soft after baking.)

6. 6

   Place potatoes right on oven rack and bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until they are easily pierced with fork or feel soft.

7. 7

   Slash an X in top of each potato.

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   Then, holding potato with pot holders, squeeze ends so steam can escape and potato puffs up.

9. 9

   Add a pat of butter to each; sprinkle with salt, pepper and paprika.

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    Or top with sour cream and crumbled bacon or chopped green onions.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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