INGREDIENTS
6 russet potatoes (or smaller potatoes if that’s what you have on hand; baking time may vary)
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons kosher salt, or to taste
PREPARATION
Preheat oven to 350º F.
Rinse potatoes under cool, running water and pat dry with paper towels. Note: don’t prick potatoes with a fork.
Dip a rolled up paper towel in your olive oil and rub each potato all over with oil until they’re shiny, but not so much that they’re dripping.
Transfer potatoes to a baking sheet and evenly sprinkle salt over them.
Place in oven and bake for 50-55 minutes (less time for smaller potatoes), or until fork tender.
Remove from oven and serve hot.