If you love a perfectly baked potato with crispy, golden skin and a soft, fluffy center, this easy recipe is for you. Made with simple ingredients and finished with your favorite toppings, a classic baked potato is an affordable and satisfying side dish that works for lunch, dinner, or a cozy family meal.

Why You’ll Love This Baked Potato Recipe

This easy baked potato recipe requires just a few basic ingredients and minimal preparation. Russet potatoes are especially well suited for baking because their naturally starchy interior becomes light and fluffy while the skin turns beautifully crisp.

You can keep the toppings simple with butter and chives or create a loaded baked potato with sour cream, cheese, and crispy bacon.

Ingredients

For the Potatoes

• 2 large Russet potatoes
• 2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter
• Salt, to taste
• Black pepper, to taste
• 2 tablespoons chopped green onions or fresh chives

Optional Toppings

• Sour cream
• Shredded cheese
• Crispy bacon bits
• Garlic butter
• Grated Parmesan cheese

How to Make Perfect Baked Potatoes

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