Baked Potato Foil
Baked potato foil is an easy and delightful way to enjoy perfectly tender potatoes, infused with savory flavors, all wrapped up in a neat little package. This method makes them incredibly versatile—perfect for serving alongside your favorite grilled meats or even as a meal on their own with a range of toppings.
Equipment
- Oven
- Aluminum foil
- baking sheet (optional)
Ingredients
- - 4 aluminum foil squares around 12x12 inches
- - 4 medium-sized baking potatoes make sure they’re scrubbed clean
- - 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter
- - 4 teaspoons garlic powder
- - 2 teaspoons salt
- - 1 teaspoon black pepper for a bit of spice
- - 2 teaspoons fresh chives or parsley chopped, for garnish
- Feel free to mix and match with these ingredients to fit your preferences and don't hesitate to sprinkle in your favorite herbs!
Instructions
Step 1: Gather Your Ingredients
- Before you start, gather all your ingredients: the potatoes, butter, seasoning, and aluminum foil. Having everything ready makes the process smoother.
Step 2: Preheat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to a cozy 400 degrees Fahrenheit (around 200 degrees Celsius). Getting the oven hot enough ensures that your potatoes bake evenly and come out fluffy.
Step 3: Slice the Potatoes
- Take each medium-sized potato and cut it in half lengthwise. This exposes more surface area to the seasoning and helps them cook faster.
Step 4: Add the Flavor
- On the cut side of each potato half, place half a tablespoon of unsalted butter. Sprinkle with garlic powder and salt to add that delicious punch. If you want a little kick, don’t forget to add the black pepper!
Step 5: Wrap It Up
- Close the potato halves together to form a whole potato again. Now, wrap each one tightly in aluminum foil, ensuring no edges are left open for steam to escape. This wrapping will help them to cook to perfect tenderness.
Step 6: Bake to Perfection
- Place the foil-wrapped potatoes directly on the oven rack and bake for about 40 to 60 minutes. The cooking time may vary depending on the size of your potatoes, so keep an eye out for that tender, fluffy feel when they're ready.
Notes
- Size Matters: Choose potatoes of similar sizes for even cooking.
- Customize Your Seasoning: Try adding cheese, bacon bits, or other herbs to the butter filling for extra flair.
- Check for Doneness: If you’re unsure whether they’re done, simply open one foil packet and poke a fork into a potato. It should pierce easily!
- Let Them Rest: After taking them out of the oven, let them sit wrapped for a few minutes. This allows the steam to finish the cooking process.
- Get Creative with Toppings: Once baked, you can top these potatoes with sour cream, shredded cheese, or green onions.
Nutrition
Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 39gProtein: 5g
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