Best Baked Potato Recipe

The Best Baked Potato Recipe has perfectly crispy, salty skin on the outside and is fluffy on the inside.

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I'll show you how to make the best-baked potato in the oven using just three ingredients.

INGREDIENTS

– Russett Potatoes – Avocado Oil – Salt Full Ingredients

Using a fork, poke 6–10 holes, about ½" deep, into each potato.

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Put the potatoes into a large Ziplock bag with the avocado oil. Seal the bag and roll the potatoes around inside the bag until all the potatoes are covered in oil.

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Place potatoes on a 9" x 13" baking dish or cookie sheet lined with aluminum foil or parchment paper. Sprinkle sea salt all over each potato, making sure to get the sides, too.

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Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a fork inserted does not stick. Remove from the oven and slice open.

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Use a fork to lightly fluff the insides, and serve warm with your favorite toppings. Enjoy!

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