Make them as the British do.
For the best possible baked potatoes, make them the British way.
When baked, they have the fluffiest interior and the crispiest skin.
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In the U.K., they have varieties of potatoes that split the difference between starch and moisture content.
For me, crispy skin wins.
For sure avoid potatoes that have begun to sprout.
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A good potato should feel very firm and heavy for its size.
Thats really all there is to it.
Spud Bros), and Spud Man in Tamworth.
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Their menus provide plenty of inspiration if youre looking for creative ways to top your spuds.
Scrub your potatoes under running water, then pat them dry with paper towels.
Prick the potatoes all over with a fork, then place them on the lined baking sheet.
Use your hands to rub the oil and seasonings into the potatoes until theyre evenly coated.
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The skins will come out with a slightly more papery texture, but theyll still be very good overall.
Transfer the potatoes to serving plates.
If youve wrapped the potatoes for storage, unwrap them before reheating.
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