Baked Potatoes

 Baked Potatoes



Ingredients

  • 4 Large Baking Potatoes



Allergy Disclaimer

Always check the label of each ingredient for allergy warnings.

Cost Disclaimer

Please note the cost per serving may now be slightly higher due to rising prices in supermarkets.

Method

1.     Preheat the oven to 170°C / 150°C fan oven / 310°F / gas mark 3. Place the potatoes in a large pan and cover them with boiling water.

2.     Wash potatoes and dry them thoroughly with a cloth.

3.     Place the potatoes on the center shelf of the oven and let them bake for 1.5-2 hours until crisp. Check with a fork to make sure they are cooked through.

4.     Alternatively, the potatoes can be precooked in a microwave, for 5-6 minutes on each side depending on power, and then crisped in the oven for 10-15 minutes.

Cost Saver Tips

Reduced salt and sugar baked beans and/or cheese, or tuna and sweetcorn are some no-fuss options.

Tips for Kids

Baked potatoes can be a great side to the main meal or an easy lighter meal, served with a variety of fillings. Why not include vegetables in the fillings or as a side to help your little one’s five a day? If your little one isn’t a fan of the skins, why not scoop out the potato once cooked and mix it with the filling? You could try to encourage them to eat a little bit of potato skin, but don’t let it put them off the whole meal!

 



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