Ingredients:

  • 4 medium russet potatoes (approximately 8-10 ounces each), scrubbed clean
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (29.5 ml)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt (6 g)
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper (1 g)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Wash and dry potatoes thoroughly. Prick each potato several times with a fork on all sides.
  3. Drizzle potatoes generously with olive oil. Sprinkle evenly with kosher salt and black pepper, making sure all sides are coated.
  4. Place potatoes directly on the baking sheet. Bake for 45-60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 210°F (99°C) and the skin is crispy and easily pierced with a fork.
  5. Remove from oven. Let cool slightly before serving. Cut open, fluff the insides with a fork, and add desired toppings.