Baking a potato

Baked potatoes have a place in the culinary world as a simple meal. However, because of its simplicity, this dish is ideal for beginners. There are numerous baked potato recipes available to help novice home chefs hone their skills. Russet potatoes are ideal for baking in the oven. When baked, the skins are thicker, and the starchy interior has a sweet flavor and fluffy texture. Russets are typically large (about 6 to 8 ounces). One potato per person makes a filling side dish or meal.

A baked potato has a crisp outside and a fluffy inside. However, you can always add filling to a baked potato and serve it with cheese, beans, or even ground meat on the side to make it a complete meal. You can progress to more advanced versions of the dish once you've mastered how to bake a potato.