To bake a potato in the oven, the general recommended time is about 45 to 60 minutes at around 425°F (220°C) until the potato is soft inside and the skin is crisp
. Some specific instructions include:
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (or up to 450°F for a slightly faster bake)
- Scrub the potato clean and poke it several times with a fork to allow steam to escape
- Optionally, rub the potato with olive oil or melted butter and sprinkle with salt for a crispy, flavorful skin
- Place the potato on a baking sheet or directly on the oven rack.
- Bake for about 50 to 60 minutes, or until a fork easily pierces the potato and the inside feels soft when squeezed gently with oven mitts
- For larger potatoes or lower oven temperatures (e.g., 400°F), baking may take 60 to 70 minutes
In summary, baking a medium to large russet potato typically takes about 45 to 60 minutes at 425°F, with some variation depending on size and oven temperature. The key is to bake until the potato is tender inside and the skin is crisp
