The Perfect Baked Potato

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   Heat oven to 400 degrees.

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   Wash potatoes with a stiff brush and cold running water; dry thoroughly.

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   Using a standard fork poke a few deep holes all over the potato so that moisture can escape during cooking.

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   Place in a bowl and massage lightly with oil.

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   Sprinkle with salt and place potato directly on the rack in middle of oven.

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   or on a tray.

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   Bake 1 hour up to 1 1/2 hour depending on the size of the potatoes, or until skin feels crisp but flesh beneath feels soft.

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   Potatoes are done if tender when pierced with a fork.

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   When baked, remove potatoes from the oven.

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    Slit across the top with a sharp knife.

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    Gently pinch (squeeze) in each end of the potato towards the middle (using your thumb and index finger); it will pop right open.

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    But be careful there will be some steam.

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    The inside of the potato will fluff up.

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    Spread your favorite toppings in your potato but avoid overloading it, as you really want to enjoy its delicious taste.

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    ; we are happy with just a bit of butter.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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