Speedy baked potatoes
Prep
5 mins
Cook
40 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Medium
You know, I'm always looking for quick weeknight dinners that actually satisfy, and these speedy baked potatoes are an absolute lifesaver. With just four large potatoes and forty minutes, you've got a complete meal on the table. What I love most is how affordable and simple they are, plus potatoes are packed with potassium and fiber, making them way more nutritious than people realize. This is honestly my go to when I'm short on time but refuse to compromise on real food.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 4large baking potatoes(large baking potatoes or 4 medium-large sweet potatoes)
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 200ºC, gas mark 6. Pierce each potato all over with a fork. Cook them together in the microwave for 10 minutes, until becoming tender.
- 2
When cool enough to handle, rub the potatoes with a little oil and a good pinch of salt. Bake for 20-30 minutes, until the skin is golden and crisp and the middles are soft and fluffy.
- 3
Open out the potatoes by making a criss-cross incision at the top of each one. Push the sides gently inward. Add a knob of butter or just go straight in with your filling.
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