The Perfect Baked Potato

• Large Russet Potatoes
• Olive Oil
• Sea Salt

Heat oven to 375 degrees and position racks in top and bottom thirds.

Wash potato (or potatoes) thoroughly with a stiff brush and cold running water. Dry them. Using a fork, poke 12 holes all over. Coat lightly with olive oil. Sprinkle with sea salt and place potato directly on rack in middle of oven. Place a baking sheet on the lower rack to catch any drippings.

Bake 1 hour or until skin feels crisp but flesh beneath feels soft.

Serve with butter, sour cream, green onions, crumbled bacon, salsa, chili, or whatever you so desire!

NOTE: If you're cooking more than 4 potatoes, you'll need to extend the cooking time by up to 15 minutes.

Mike’s Dinner: Baked Potato with Earth Balance, Fat Free Sour Cream, Low Fat Cheese, Salsa, Bacon Bits, Green Onions and Salt & Pepper.

My Dinner: Vegan Baked Potato with Earth Balance, Sour Supreme, Green Onions, Shredded Soy Cheese and Salt & Pepper. YUM!