The optimal cooking point for achieving soft, airy insides and crunchy exterior.
In fact, experimenting with recipes to discover the perfect potato was the ultimate challenge for us! We had to figure out which type of potato, cooking method, cooking time, and oven temperature produced the ultimate spuds that everyone enjoyed. To our delight, we discovered that a key factor is the potato with a thick, crunchy, and crackly skin, paired with a light and airy interior, fresh out of the oven when its texture is best.
These potatoes produce exceptionally crispy skins and fluffy insides. After tossing them with oil, salt, and pepper, I bake them in a hot oven for a while to develop maximum crispiness. While the potatoes are cooked through after about an hour, it takes another 30 minutes or so to achieve the thick, crunchy crust that resembles kettle chips.
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For baking potatoes, a temperature of 400°F is ideal. It strikes a balance, allowing the potatoes to cook in a timely manner while preventing them from getting too dark or burnt on the outside.
You can cut the cooking time down to an hour by using an air fryer instead, cooking at 400ºF for just one hour – a handy option since many air fryers already have a one-hour cooking limit. The result is slightly less crispy skins and a slightly papery texture, but it’s still a good trade-off.
Serving the Ultimate Baked Potatoes: A Guide to Perfection
It’s covered with a generous amount of cheese, topped with chopped green onions, and finished with a large dollop of sour cream.
You could also try some other British-style potato toppings or make up your own. Just be sure to give your potatoes plenty of time in a hot oven, and you’ll be rewarded with a delicious result.
Read the full article on the American version of the BBC News website.
