How long to cook the perfect baked potato?

Ingredients:

* 1 large russet potato

* 1 tablespoon olive oil

* 1/2 teaspoon salt

* 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. Wash the potato and pat it dry.

3. Pierce the potato with a fork several times.

4. Drizzle the olive oil over the potato.

5. Season the potato with the salt and pepper.

6. Place the potato on a baking sheet and bake for 45–60 minutes, or until the potato is soft when you press it with a fork.

7. Let the potato cool for a few minutes before serving.

Tips:

* To save time, you can microwave the potato for a few minutes before baking it.

* To check if the potato is done, insert a fork into the center. If it slides in easily, the potato is done.

* You can add your favorite toppings to the potato, such as butter, sour cream, cheese, and bacon.