Name: Classic Baked Potato
Prep time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 2 servings
Ingredients: 2 large russet potatoes (about 300g each); 2 tsp olive oil; 1/2 tsp kosher salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 2 tbsp unsalted butter; 1/4 cup sour cream; 2 tbsp chopped chives (optional)

Classic Baked Potato

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The classic baked potato is a comfort food superstar—crisp, golden skin giving way to a fluffy, steamy interior. This recipe elevates the humble spud with a simple technique: a light rub of olive oil and salt for a crackly skin, and a finishing flourish of butter, tangy sour cream, and fresh chives. Whether served as a hearty side or dressed up as a main, these potatoes offer a blank canvas for all your favorite toppings. Perfect for weeknight dinners or as a crowd-pleasing base for a baked potato bar.

Ingredients

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Scrub the potatoes thoroughly and dry them with a towel.
Prick each potato several times with a fork. Rub all over with olive oil, then sprinkle with salt and pepper.
Place potatoes directly on the oven rack (with a baking sheet below to catch drips) and bake for 50-60 minutes, until the skins are crisp and a fork easily pierces the flesh.
Remove from oven and let cool slightly. Slice each potato open lengthwise and gently squeeze to fluff up the insides.
Add 1 tablespoon butter and 2 tablespoons sour cream to each potato. Sprinkle with chives if desired. Serve hot.