Baked Potato
2 servings
120 minutes
Baked potato is a simple and delicious dish of Russian cuisine, loved since ancient times. Its aroma evokes warm evenings by the fire and rural coziness. Potatoes are first boiled and then baked to achieve a crispy golden crust while keeping the tender texture inside. The cuts give an appetizing look and allow the butter to penetrate deeper, enriching the flavor. The dish is versatile: it can be served alone or accompanied by meat, fresh vegetables, or sour cream. It is especially tasty hot from the oven when the crust is still crunchy and the potato inside remains soft. The smell of baked potatoes fills the home with warmth, reminding of traditions when food was prepared with soul and patience. It is a true symbol of home comfort accessible to everyone.
1
We peel the potatoes, wash them, and boil in salted water for 6-8 minutes. Drain the water, cool, and dry well.
- Potato: 8 pieces
- Salt: to taste
2
Place the potatoes on a baking sheet without oil, making cuts in a grid pattern for decoration.
3
Wrap in plastic wrap and send to the freezer for at least an hour.
4
We take it out. Pour oil over the potatoes in a layer of about 5 mm and mix.
- Sunflower oil: to taste
5
Then send to the oven at 180 degrees for 40-50 minutes. During baking, turn the potatoes 2-3 times. It's ready when a golden crust appears.