Perfect Baked Potato

Andrew Knowlton

4 Servings

Ingredients

4 russet potatoes (about 2½ pounds), scrubbed

Olive oil (for rubbing)

Flaky sea salt

Freshly ground black pepper

Unsalted butter, finely grated Parmesan (or your favorite cheese), and/or chopped fresh chives (for serving)

Preheat oven to 350°. Prick potatoes all over with a fork and rub with oil; season generously with salt and pepper.

Place potatoes directly on an oven rack and roast until very soft when squeezed and skin is crisp, 60–75 minutes.

Cut open each potato; season with salt and pepper and top with butter, Parmesan, and/or chives.