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If there’s one thing I know, it’s that there are countless ways to make the humble potato amazing.

I love them in every form they can take (from mashed to simply roasted), but oven-baked potatoes will forever hold a special place in my heart.

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They’re perfect both in their simplicity and their versatility. Serve them as an easy, crowd-pleasing side to your holiday meal, or load ‘em up with toppings for a cozy, hearty main dish. While baking a potato in the oven is relatively straight forward, there are a couple of steps you don't want to miss to achieve that ideal crispy outside and tender, soft middle.

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The skin is where all the flavor is at, so you’re going to want to take a little extra care of it. After you give the potatoes a really good scrub, make sure to dry them thoroughly with a clean dish towel before coating them with a good amount of olive oil.

Not only does it help the skin crisp up even more, but it makes your taters taste even bett

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