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Delicious oven baked potatoes wrapped in foil, ready to serve.

Oven Baked Potatoes in Foil

Enjoy perfectly tender and fluffy baked potatoes seasoned to perfection, all while keeping cleanup minimal by cooking them in foil.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 potatoes
Course: Side Dish, Vegetarian
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces russet potatoes Use russet potatoes for the best flavor and texture.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Don't skip the olive oil for flavor and crispy skin.
  • Coarse salt
  • Freshly ground pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 450°F.
  2. Wash the russet potatoes under cold water, scrubbing off any dirt. Pat them dry with a paper towel.
  3. Lay each potato on a sheet of aluminum foil. Drizzle with olive oil and use a basting brush or your hands to coat the entire surface.
  4. Sprinkle coarse salt and freshly ground pepper over each potato for flavor.
  5. Wrap each potato tightly in foil by rolling it and folding the ends in to secure them.
Baking
  1. Place the wrapped potatoes directly on the oven rack or on a baking sheet.
  2. Bake for 45-60 minutes, depending on the size of your potatoes. They are ready when a knife easily slides in and out.
Serving
  1. Unwrap the foil carefully (watch out for steam!), and serve hot, topped with butter, sour cream, cheese, chives or any of your favorite baked potato toppings.

Notes

Feel free to adjust the amount of olive oil and toppings to suit your dietary needs. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3-5 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave.