Baked Potatoes

Baked Potatoes

You will need:

• 1 large Potato (russet or all-purpose) for each person
• Wash potatoes. If you plan on eating the skin, scrub it until it is very clean.
• With a fork, poke a few holes into each potato.

Regular-Oven” Method:

• Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
• Put potatoes on oven rack in middle of your oven.
• Bake 40 to 60 minutes, depending on size of the potatoes. Poke potato with a fork to check if done. If fork goes in and out of the potato easily, it is cooked.

Microwave Method:

• Arrange potatoes in a circle in the microwave.
• Cook on high for 6 minutes. Turn each potato over.
• Cook on high for 6 minutes more. Test for doneness by poking with a fork. Potatoes are done when the fork goes in and out of the potato easily. If not done, cook on high for 1 to 2 minutes more.
•  When potatoes are done, remove from oven and let cool until comfortable to touch

NOTE : If you want a soft skin instead of a crispy skin, wrap each potato in foil before baking.