Step 3: Bake on the Rack
Place the potato directly on the oven rack. Pro Tip: Set a foil-lined tray or sheet underneath to catch any drips, but don’t wrap the potato in foil.
Step 4: Bake
Bake for 45–60 minutes, depending on the potato’s size. It’s done when the skin is crisp and the potato gives slightly when gently squeezed with an oven mitt.
Step 5: Fluff the Inside
Slice a line down the center and gently push the ends toward the middle with your thumbs. This “pop” action creates light, fluffy flakes inside, better than cutting it all the way through.
