Ingredients

• 4-8 russet potatoes (with skins on)
• 1⁄4 cup olive oil
• 1-2 tablespoon(s) of sea salt or kosher salt

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F
2. Rinse and scrub the potatoes, then dry them with a towel
3. Put oil and salt in a bowl along with the potatoes
4. Place potatoes on a foil lined baking sheet and pierce each potato with a knife or fork to allow steam to vent
5. Put them in the oven and cook for 1 hour testing to ensure they are tender
6. Remove from oven and serve with your favourite toppings

Optional toppings

• margarine or butter
• shredded cheddar cheese
• sour cream
• cracked black pepper
• fresh chives, minced
• bacon pieces