Best Worlds Best Baked Potato Recipes

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ATK'S BEST BAKED POTATO



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For the best, fluffiest, lightest baked potatoes...with a nicely seasoned skin, try America's Test Kitchen's recipe for the ultimate baked potato.

Provided by DeSouter

Categories     Potato

Time 50m

Yield 4 potatoes

Number Of Ingredients 4

1/2 cup water
4 large russet potatoes
2 tablespoons salt
1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Using a fork, poke six times to make holes into each large Russet potato.
  • Combine salt and water. Roll each potato in liquid.
  • Transfer potatoes to a wire rack on a baking pan. Place into oven.
  • Bake in a preheated 450 degrees for 45 minutes to an hour. IMPORTANT: Internal temperature should be 205 degrees to be done.
  • Test temperature into the end of the potato and see that there is no resistance. 205 to 212 degrees is the ideal range.
  • Brush potatoes with 1 Tbsp. of vegetable oil and return to oven for 10 minutes to crisp skin.
  • Cut an X in the top of the baked potato and using a dishtowel, squeeze potato at each end to open the X and let steam escape.
  • Top with butter or whatever toppings you prefer.
  • DO NOT LEAVE POTATOES UNCUT/SPLIT -- EAT IMMEDIATELY FOR THE BEST EXPERIENCE.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 314.2, Fat 3.7, SaturatedFat 0.5, Sodium 3511.2, Carbohydrate 64.5, Fiber 8.1, Sugar 2.9, Protein 7.5

ULTIMATE TWICE BAKED POTATOES



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I made these up years ago and have been making them ever since. They are always a big hit. These potatoes make a wonderful side dish for any meal and are terrific heated up the next day for lunch.

Provided by PONYGIRL64

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes     Twice Baked Potato Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 large baking potatoes
8 slices bacon
1 cup sour cream
½ cup milk
4 tablespoons butter
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
8 green onions, sliced, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Bake potatoes in preheated oven for 1 hour.
  • Meanwhile, place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, crumble and set aside.
  • When potatoes are done allow them to cool for 10 minutes. Slice potatoes in half lengthwise and scoop the flesh into a large bowl; save skins. To the potato flesh add sour cream, milk, butter, salt, pepper, 1/2 cup cheese and 1/2 the green onions. Mix with a hand mixer until well blended and creamy. Spoon the mixture into the potato skins. Top each with remaining cheese, green onions and bacon.
  • Bake for another 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 421.8 calories, Carbohydrate 29.3 g, Cholesterol 63 mg, Fat 29.5 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 10.9 g, SaturatedFat 14.8 g, Sodium 537.1 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

PERFECT BAKED POTATO



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This baked potato has a crisp, golden skin, and is light and fluffy on the inside. Great comfort food!

Provided by CURLEEGIRLEE

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes     Baked Potato Recipes

Time 1h31m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 medium baking potato
1 teaspoon olive oil
½ teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons butter
1 pinch freshly ground black pepper
¼ cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Scrub the potato, and pierce the skin several times with a knife or fork. Rub the skin with olive oil, then with salt.
  • Place the potato in the preheated oven, and bake for 90 minutes, or until slightly soft and golden brown. Slice the potato down the center, and serve with butter and black pepper. Sprinkle shredded Cheddar cheese over the top, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 419.3 calories, Carbohydrate 38.3 g, Cholesterol 57.7 mg, Fat 24.5 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 13.1 g, SaturatedFat 13.1 g, Sodium 1447.8 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

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