Perfect Baked Potato (Crispy Skin, Fluffy Inside)
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This method gives you that crispy salty skin and soft, fluffy center just like steakhouse potatoes.
🕒 Time
Prep: 5 minutes
Bake: 45–60 minutes
🍽 Serves
4 potatoes
🥔 Ingredients
4 large russet potatoes (best for baking)
1–2 tbsp olive oil
1–2 tsp coarse salt
½ tsp black pepper (optional)
Butter (for serving)
Fresh chives or parsley (optional)
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Prep the Potatoes
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
Scrub potatoes clean and dry completely.
Pierce each potato 5–6 times with a fork (prevents bursting).
2️⃣ Season
Rub each potato with olive oil.
Sprinkle generously with coarse salt (this makes crispy skin).
Add black pepper if desired.
3️⃣ Bake
Place directly on oven rack (for crispier skin)
OR on a baking sheet.
Bake 45–60 minutes until:
Skin is crispy
Fork slides in easily
Internal temp is about 205°F
4️⃣ Fluff & Finish
Slice open immediately while hot.
Squeeze ends gently to fluff interior.
Add butter right away so it melts inside.
Sprinkle with chives or herbs.