Ingredients:
2 large potatoes (Russet or any starchy potato)
1–2 tbsp olive oil
Salt (coarse or flaky)
Black pepper
2 tbsp butter
Chopped chives or parsley
Optional: garlic powder, paprika, sour cream, cheese
Instructions:
- Prep the Potatoes
Wash and scrub the potatoes well.
Pat them dry and prick the skin with a fork 5–6 times.
Rub with olive oil and sprinkle generously with salt.
- Bake
Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F).
Place potatoes directly on the oven rack or on a baking tray.
Bake 50–60 minutes, or until the skin is crisp and a knife slides in easily.
- Serve
Cut the potato open down the middle.
Fluff the inside with a fork.
Add butter, salt, pepper, and chopped chives.
Add any extras you like (sour cream, cheese, garlic).
Optional Air Fryer Method
Air fry at 200°C (390°F) for 40–45 minutes, flipping halfway.