How to Make the Absolute Best Baked Potatoes

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Test cook Elle Simone reveals the secrets to making the Best Baked Potatoes.
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@jamesdooling4139 5 жыл бұрын

I can't say much more. I've now tested this recipe eight times on 14 people. They all agree: this is a quintessential recipe. Cheers. Love it. We're eating these every few days. Thank you.

@happygirl7258 4 жыл бұрын

Trying it now for the first time

@morganolfursson2560 3 жыл бұрын

You call that the best ! Ah, Americans ! Mine are made the Italian and Greek way, using premium organic potatoes when they are in season, baked outside in the pizza oven, using olive seeds charcoal, than brushed with extra ultra mega cold pressed organic olive oil. We do it with minced spring onions, and basil, not lemon but (and this is the secret) organic Yuzu zest, with 1/4 organic fresh goat cheese, 1/4 organic feta cheese 1/4 organic REAL mozzarella, 1/4 organic REAL parmigiano, mountain salt (never sea salt) and fresh ground pepper and a bit of cayenne. And you never ever EVER , EEEEVVEERRRRRR serve them with butter, but always with olive oil. And if you are one of those who can't live without butter, then you use fresh french Brittany "pres sales" salted butter. The flavour of the four cheeses, the subtle aroma of the Yuzu (that's a Japanese mandarin-lemon), and more importantly the smell of a potato baked in a charcoal oven, will change your life forever! I was just kidding about the "Ah Americans", so don't take it personally. But you guys need to start cooking organic and stop using butter everywhere and go light on the salt and when you do use salt ALWAYS use mountain rock salt (Himalayan preferably). I'm not a chef i'm a veterinarian but living in Switzerland thanks to our neighbours (Italy, France and Germany) and the influence of Greece and Northern Africa on European cuisine, we have inherited really good recipes. The use of Yuzu is not fancy modern fusion cuisine, Marco Polo brought it back, Germans now a thing or two about potatoes, the French and Italians know everything there is to know on butter and cheese and the Greeks and North African are unsurpassed when it comes to olive oil. Try my recipe and tell me what you think. It doesn't have to be olive seeds charcoal, but it is good for two reasons, first it is non toxic and doesn't damage forests because it doesn't require cutting trees and second it is a great way to recycle olive seeds, and on top of that the fragrance of olive seeds charcoal alone will make your mouth water !

@cwflad 3 жыл бұрын

@@morganolfursson2560 Yeah, you're not going to convince us Americans not to put butter on a baked potato. Sorry. We all have our own styles and perhaps you should give this recipe a try. Also, Himalayan salt is just a gimmick, its not better for you.

@MsChampagneSanity 3 жыл бұрын

@@morganolfursson2560 sounds like a lot of faffing about just for a baked potato 😂 basic, simple recipes are generally always the best

@jam6875 3 жыл бұрын

@@morganolfursson2560 This can't be a real comment

@SunflowerSpotlight 5 жыл бұрын

I’m chronically ill, and sometimes there’s very little I can safely eat. Baked potatoes are lifesavers. Enough that my medication doesn’t make me sick, that I don’t get reflux, that I don’t need to eat again too soon, they have a lot of vitamins and minerals, they’re really something I’m thankful for. But it can be hard, when I can eat so few things. Even items I love can become difficult to swallow. The threat of getting really sick if I don’t eat enough or by a certain time really makes it a chore sometime. So honestly, thank you all from the bottom of my heart. This might be a minor deal for people, and really in my big picture it’s not a life changer, but it will make things easier for me and it more pleasant to get through my hardest days. I appreciate the video, and am making sure to send it to my parents (my mom has cancer on top of some of my inherited problems, so it’s important to try to coax her appetite when possible). This will help.

@susanlong5758 5 жыл бұрын

Amara Jordan just said prayer for you and your mom.

@adsdavidson 4 жыл бұрын

Praying for you

@tilliemaekirk9444 4 жыл бұрын

Prayers for you and your Mom.

@whitealliance9540 4 жыл бұрын

Eat yellow potato stop eating white. Eat aloe.

@QueenGoddessYume 4 жыл бұрын

I could have written this post. My daughter and I also have difficulty eating anything. Carnation instant breakfast and potatoes are our go to foods. I'm not well enough to make soup so baked potatoes it is. My daughter likes sweet potatoes. I wonder how th iui s process would work for them. Yes, prayers for you and your family 🙏💖

@Amor09876 Жыл бұрын

Poke 6 holes in potaoe with a fork … 2 holes each side ..1/2 cup water 2 table spoon salt … turn the potatoes in the water oven at 450… put on wire rack …need internal temp of 205.. then brush with a table spoon of vegetable oil but back in for 10 minutes … when it comes out overn cut them open immediately and squeeze a little bit … can add lemon zest to topping

@kenken6550 3 ай бұрын

They're going to charge you for copyright infringement, lol. Because- they charge for everything!

@soia421 2 ай бұрын

Thank you 🙂

@alessandravasconcellosfilh3656 Ай бұрын

Thank you!!!🎉

@almondzebra6546 Ай бұрын

Спасибо большое

@user-vp8sr4xv9v 3 ай бұрын

Let me start with. I'm not a cook. I recently retired and often use your videos to attempt to make dinner. My wife loved these potatoes and says they're the best she ever had. That makes up for the dry chicken and burnt bolagnese I've made. Thank you for these great videos.

@henrysmith5297 4 жыл бұрын

I followed the directions, and it turned into the BEST baked potato I have ever had. I needed to use LESS salt and toppings than I normally do because the flavor and texture was perfect and actually tasted like a good food, instead of a blank canvas for toppings.

@Deltafoo 2 жыл бұрын

I didn't brush the skin because i had no brush. Just poured the oil for the last 10 minutes. The skin didnt crisp as well as it should. But very good 🥔

@jaeo8183 Жыл бұрын

@@DeltafooUse a napkin and soak it in oil that dap it on there

@dongemus 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for re- uploading all these videos one segment at a time instead of one episode at a time. It really makes viewing much easier for me

@capital_of_cats_Istanbul 3 жыл бұрын

👍🏻

@lencarter1460 Жыл бұрын

I am a HUGE ATK fan and this video is yet another reason why. I have long baked my potatoes by rubbing them down with olive oil, and then covering them with kosher salt, but everything that Elle said about what happens to the skin and the meat of the potato in using my method was right on. Her recipe is hands-down the best way to make a baked potato. Keep doing what you guys are doing over there at ATK. And Thank you (again) 👍😁.

@christinebbw8319 Жыл бұрын

Me too😂

@bellen7912 3 жыл бұрын

I thought Elle was going to give the host the taste when she said "now it's time for tasting" Elle puts it in her own mouth😂😂

@threadlovert1393 3 жыл бұрын

I thought so too! :)

@mimisam2091 3 жыл бұрын

Belle you made my day that's so funny 😆 😄 🤣

@phillwho2934 3 жыл бұрын

@@mimisam2091 why is it funny

@takiaaleem5178 3 жыл бұрын

Yes that was hilarious and then the host said "seasoned to Elle's taste" lol

@russellchard 5 жыл бұрын

I watched this video and was skeptical that the results could be THAT MUCH better than how I've been making baked potatoes for 30 years. But watching the video, I realized I'd been doing most of things they said NOT to do. They were still some tasty potatoes, but I was curious if a simple change in technique could make that big of a difference. Using the ATK method, it was INSANE how much better the baked potatoes turned out. The improvement was just ridiculous. I would have lost a BIG bet that the improvement could be as marked as it was/is. Who ever thought to brine or temp baked potatoes?!? Obviously, the ATK did, but that would never occurred to me. I just baked them till they were soft enough and never gave it much thought. Thanks and congratulations to ATK for coming up with such a dramatic improvement to how people have been cooking for about 500 years! I was a skeptic and you've made me a believer! I'll never doubt you again.

@fatimahx9626 5 жыл бұрын

RR Chard This was a LONG post...lol but well worth the read...I’m definitely going to try this method now...thanks

@NAPZzzzzz 4 жыл бұрын

Lol

@roxcyn 4 жыл бұрын

I wonder how sour cream would mellow with the toppings they made. The potatoes looked so good!

@TomYumDumSum 4 жыл бұрын

Just wondering how much did you get paid for this comment, Richard?😂

@jcarrandson 4 жыл бұрын

I watched the video and thought, ahh screw it I'll just bang them in the oven like usual. I'm gonna try the brine now, you've convinced me.

@melsy203 5 жыл бұрын

Omg...I just tried this recipe (minus the goat cheese topping) and it turned out AMAZING!!!! Soft and fluffy insides and perfect skin! I wasn’t sure what they were talking about with the “fluffy” part...but now I do!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

@inquisitor4635 5 жыл бұрын

Try mixing half cream cheese and half shredded cheddar with crispy bacon bits sprinkled over the top. Put back in oven just to melt the cheese.

@bebeannalee6214 5 жыл бұрын

inquisitor Yes, that would be how I’d like to try it. Don’t like goat cheese, but love cream cheese and cheddar. Great idea!

@msbeebea4240 4 жыл бұрын

😋

@SeymourKitty Жыл бұрын

Stir one teaspoon of salt in half a cup of water. Roll the potato around in the salt water. Bake at 450° for 45 minutes. Take out brush with olive oil and put back in the oven for an additional 10 minutes

@donodiorne2167 3 жыл бұрын

Loved working with Elle several years ago when at the Idaho Potato Commission, she knows her taste profiles that's for sure. What a nice compliment to making a baked potato a delicious meal. Her tip for adding the oil at the last is perfect, I've added minced garlic at that point to get the flavor but without it burning by being in the oven the entire time.

@om617yota8 4 жыл бұрын

When Elle said "brine" I was thinking "oh darn baked potatoes take forever as it is." Just a few seconds, I can do!

@yvettesaldana570 3 жыл бұрын

Same lol

@cimmy36 5 жыл бұрын

We tried this technique of baking the potato and it turned out absolutely amazing. For the first time ever we didn't need any topping because with a little bit of salt pepper and butter the potato itself was flavorful all on its own. This will be the only way we will make baked potatoes from now on my whole family love them even my daughter who doesn't really like potatoes!!

@conradkappel9426 2 жыл бұрын

Love this method. The quick brining, roasting, coating with oil, re-roasting, etc makes for a perfect crispy skin and a fluffy soft inner potato!

@personalchefservicesofsues4362 3 жыл бұрын

I love Elle. She is a good instructor with simple, to the point, directions.

@deepamehta1110 4 жыл бұрын

I can’t thank you enough for this simple and straightforward recipe. I haven’t had a decent jacket/baked potato outside of the UK, and I have clearly been making all the “potato mistakes” all these years. Thank you thank you thank you. Elle Simone, I love your style and clear approach - make more plant-based recipe videos! 🙏💕

@jamesdooling4139 5 жыл бұрын

I've now used this recipe twice. (Doing right now for Number 3.) I've modded it a bit, but the science is there. Everyone agrees, these are excellent baked potatoes. This is now becoming my standard method. Cheers. It takes a lot to change a food snob.

@francesrobinson1335 2 жыл бұрын

I can't wait to try this method. I like to mash a 1/2 avocado with a little salt, pepper, onion and garlic powder. Great topping.

@Yu-rn8ou 2 жыл бұрын

Made these tonight and they were the best baked potatoes I've ever had from an oven. Baked for an hour in the fan oven, plus 10 to crisp up. Spot on!

@rustybearden1800 4 жыл бұрын

After working in kitchens for twenty years as a professional chef, I've never met anyone who could give me a practical reason for wrapping potatoes in foil before baking them - they steam instead of baking and you never get that light fluffy texture that you want. I knew about poking holes in them but I was taught to rub the exterior with butter or oil and then roll them in coarse salt. Now I know better. Few culinary treats as delicious and simple to make than a perfect baked potatoe - great video

@Matthew_Loutner 4 ай бұрын

We wrap potatoes in aluminum foil on a camp out when roasting them in hot coals. That keeps the potato from burning. Before aluminum foil the natives used to wrap them in wet plantain leaves and different items for various foods baked on coals. People who were first exposed to baking potatoes in aluminum foil on camp outs naturally carried the practice into the kitchen without thinking about it. Did I win the prize?

@NINmomma 3 ай бұрын

I almost wrapped them, until I saw this. I'm so glad!

@9873459872134234 2 ай бұрын

@@Matthew_Loutner This is exactly correct. best "baked" potatoes I've ever had were wrapped in foil and tossed in a very hot campfire's coals

@Matthew_Loutner 2 ай бұрын

@9873459872134234 Mine also. I just cannot duplicate them in an oven.

@dawngable4622 5 жыл бұрын

I absolutely love America's test kitchen.....you all rock.

@dndhomecooking6505 4 жыл бұрын

Dawn Gable hi how are you doing today I just started my own KZfaq channel on cooking at the minute but wanted to know if you would subscribe to my channel please and help me grow my channel thanks 🙏 if you have any friends please let them know about my channel and if you have a channel I will subscribe to you as well thank you 😊

@kristinb5121 6 ай бұрын

I don’t eat potatoes often, due to the carbs, but love them for special occasions. I made these along with NY Strip steaks for Christmas dinner. I had a different filling (sour cream and green onion) but followed the potato recipe as-is. It was wonderful. I love having a recipe I can count on.

@vlive1141 2 ай бұрын

I am now able to clearly define my life as life before achieving baked potato enlightenment and life after. My eternal thanks!😇

@aloras405 5 жыл бұрын

I’m so incredibly happy that you now have a channel here. I love this show!

@holyholly1980 2 жыл бұрын

Oh wow! I just made it. The brine made all the difference. I had mine with butter, chives and extra salt and pepper. Thank you for the great tips! So delicious. I can't wait to make it again.

@jenniferedmondson1835 2 жыл бұрын

I was scrolling for dinner ideas and I see Elle. I ALWAYS stop when I see Elle! Love her.

@GeorgeMorgan6600 5 ай бұрын

@Hello there, how are you doing this blessed day?

@rruni9828 4 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU ATK for helping me change the way I have made BP for 35+ year. I too was a skeptic but holy moly these are 10X’s better than any that I’ve ever made. Of course I have shared the video a dozen times too.

@om617yota8 5 жыл бұрын

Bridget said "bacon grease" and Elle looked up with approval and I fell in love.

@beenboss207 4 жыл бұрын

OM617YOTA now she didn’t, she was shocked and basically rolled her eyes lol

@MIS315 4 жыл бұрын

@@beenboss207 lmao no she didn't. She nodded her head

@valentinatrejo7857 4 жыл бұрын

She was like, yes! NOW you are speaking my language!

@michaeltaylor1603 2 жыл бұрын

Yes! Tried this recipe. It's da BOMB!!! I have a small countertop convection oven, so my cook times are different, but it came out fabulous! Thank you Elle!

@sophisticatedbadgurl 3 жыл бұрын

"What are we gonna brine next? The plates?" 🤣🤣

@jennahill6870 5 жыл бұрын

Elle is a great addition to you ladies. I like her!

@denniserrolhawley2762 5 жыл бұрын

ELLE IS FABULOUS!!!!

@harveyakins4801 2 жыл бұрын

Are they together the way they said see you later in she look I'm just asking

@trippNfallN2 5 жыл бұрын

Nailed it, Elle! Thanks so much for sharing!

@jessbess394 Жыл бұрын

Just made this today. Came out absolutely fire. I was a little unsure about the goat cheese, but it added this nice twang to the potato. And when I tell you it was super fluffy on the inside and crisp on the outside, I mean it. Follow the recipe and you get a more classy loaded potato. Actually wish I had even more of that stuffing. The only difference I did was omit the 2 tablespoons of oil and did 2 tablespoons of cold butter instead and smooshed it with the cheese. That way I can save at least some calories. But overall creamy perfect texture. My brother tried it and said it was pretty good. Just needed some more salt. Overall, awesome!

@mikeelek9713 Жыл бұрын

I tried this recipe a couple of days ago, and got a thumbs-up from everyone. Once again, this channel comes through. It has some of the best tips, reviews and recipes anywhere.

@divineoracle7944 4 жыл бұрын

I love these ladies. They are Masters at what they do. Been watching them for years. Thank you.🙏

@aewtx 5 жыл бұрын

Yes, you do need a recipe for bakes potatoes. That's why I came here. I've never made baked potatoes before.

@joeblow4053 4 жыл бұрын

make these potatoes!!!!!!!! they are the best potatoes I have ever had! OUTSTANDING!

@The1707regina 4 жыл бұрын

Your first time learning will be the right way then at least. 😄

@haydeeortiz687 3 жыл бұрын

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@johnpowers2921 3 жыл бұрын

I love these ladies. My wife and I have been on cruises where they give cooking classes and you learn so much (at least I do), and they are so entertaining. To refer to yourself as an old dog,,, you are not old and certainly not a dog

@kanaletumlinson 7 ай бұрын

By far my favorite baked potato recipe!! So crunchy yet so pillowy soft on the inside.. thanks ladies!!

@joankilburn2462 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome. Thank you Ladies. I am truly grateful. Been looking for FLUFFY BAKED POTATO RECIPE. God bless.

@SuperReedScott 4 жыл бұрын

Elle is such delight to watch and the tips she gives on Test kitchen are great! Thank you Test Kitchen for the testing and giving us the best results! Elle, we love you, love you, love you! ❤️💕

@jasebrooks5983 3 жыл бұрын

And they really are the best I've ever had. Sometimes I have to cook them an additional 30 minutes to get them to the right temp, but when i do that, they're always perfect.

@CA-tz2sg 3 жыл бұрын

They turned out super yummy!! I would have never ever thought to brine them...but it made them the perfect texture! Love your show by the way. I've been watching for several years!

@royde-bo-hun3113 5 жыл бұрын

You gals are my favorite. I love learning from you ladies. Thank you for making recipes simple, good, and soooo easy. I thought for many things I love to eat would take forever to make, and nothing you ladies and taught me is difficult. My momma always said to me, " the world is not a complicated place, it's complicated people who make it complicated!!" And you ladies have made it sooooo much less complicated for me. LOL. thank you for being fabulous!!..

@vanillamindscream196 4 жыл бұрын

I remember trying these in Outback and I was immediately in love

@joeyhandeland983 3 жыл бұрын

I love these guys! This is the best video for how to bake a potato. Thank you so much for posting this incredible tutorial ❤️ Now I have the confidence to bake a potato with ease.

@johnbullock3208 3 жыл бұрын

This baked potato recipe is the best because the inside is fluffy, the skin is tender and tasty. Thank you Elle for showing us how to make the perfect baked potato.

@popazz1 4 жыл бұрын

Hi from the UK! WOW, what a great idea. I adore a baked spud and have used both the microwave and baking in foil methods. I've even kick started the baking process by zapping the spud/s in the microwave for 10 minutes then finishing off in the oven. Yeah, they've been edible but now I've seen this process I'm going to adopt this method for sure from here-on-in. Thank you.

@primaveracero2010 5 жыл бұрын

I made this recipe minutes ago and I must confess that the result was really impressive! Loved this potatoes!!!! Thanks for sharing amazing recipes like this one! Venezuelan hugs from Canada

@xeniagrandma 8 ай бұрын

Best potato I have made. This old lady learned something new. Thank You

@tiffanibonmon3420 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you 😊. I have tried this just as she showed. I will always WILL DO THIS NOW. The topping I didn't have on hand BUT DEFINITELY NEXT TIME.

@LynLvs2Laugh 5 жыл бұрын

Just made these & they’re delicious 😋! Cooked bacon this morning so I used the bacon grease to baste them.

@mochiiiaguilar7830 5 жыл бұрын

Love it!! Great host dynamics. The cooking technic makes so much sense. Thank you for sharing!!!

@john2605 3 жыл бұрын

Skin is my favorite part but I'm so hit or miss on getting it crispy. Glad I found this video!

@triciaosborn8093 Жыл бұрын

This helped cuz *wait for it* I've actually never baked a regular potato before! I know... I know. But I'm about to. Thanks for this video!

@LtGenBuffalo Жыл бұрын

Same lol 😅

@hermestrismegistus3417 Жыл бұрын

How’d you do friend?

@scubadivernurse 5 жыл бұрын

Love ATK!!! Brined the outside of my potato wedges, and then baked them in the air fryer -perfection!

@blessedhummingbird4 5 жыл бұрын

Great video. I like Elle. Show her more often.

@denniserrolhawley2762 5 жыл бұрын

I LIKE HER, TOO!!!!

@mariaavena6019 5 жыл бұрын

Gracias 😊 I love 💕 America test kitchen

@noniemalinowski461 5 жыл бұрын

Ribeye Robert D b

@naelyneurkopfen9741 4 жыл бұрын

I found her dull, boring & nearly unintelligible. To each his own though.

@jasonmills3399 4 жыл бұрын

Jim halfpenny: your an idiot!

@patriciajones5907 5 ай бұрын

I love 99% of your recipes! The recipes are truly mouthwatering! And I love the test cooks! Not only do they make delicious recipes, but I learn so much with the tips they give the audience! Thank you so much, I love your magazine also! 😋👩‍🍳😋

@misscarmen491 2 жыл бұрын

Dear MTK, Thank you for a baked potato recipe. My family absolutely loved the potatoes and asked for more… and for Christmas dinner! Well done team! You took all the guesswork out of the equation. Best to you from a new subscriber in the SF Bay Area, CA.

@FLLOVERUSA 4 жыл бұрын

This is the first time I tuned in to your show. I am impressed the way you showed how to make a baked potato. And I am hooked on your channel. I am a subscriber now. Congratulations!!!!

@mariavictorialucasanm 4 жыл бұрын

This is the reason why I love this channel- innovation at its finest!

@francoagricola5710 4 жыл бұрын

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@Blueskies1180 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve tried this way of baking potatoes and sweet potatoes and have never looked back!! Why didn’t I know this sooner! They turned out waaaaaayyyy better than fouling them up or just throwing them on a tray…the salt brine and baking on a rack is imperative!! I don’t peel them after I eat the skin as well, it’s so good. I would also recommend keeping the skin on when you store them after.

@NickFerry 4 жыл бұрын

instant read on a potato is right up my alley - I'm trying these tonight, thanks!

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@mikewoodson6930 3 жыл бұрын

So, how was it?

@NickFerry 3 жыл бұрын

@@mikewoodson6930 good enough to maybe do a couple times a year but too much dinking for a weekly tater

@123456BRye 3 жыл бұрын

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@aubreysummers1729 3 жыл бұрын

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@kobayashimaru65 5 жыл бұрын

That’s a great idea and it’s something I never would have thought of. Thanks for the great tip and I can’t wait to try it.

@earthworm85 5 жыл бұрын

For some darn reason... My antenna doesn't pick up create TV anymore. I'm glad these segments are uploaded onto KZfaq. I can't afford the yearly subscription on the website but I'm a subscriber to this KZfaq channel. Thank you!! from a beginner cook ❤️❤️❤️❤️

@christinebonaldi7741 4 жыл бұрын

We have antenna tv too. About once every few weeks you have to have your tv scan for available channels. When you lose a channel for a bit due to weather, reception etc. After a certain amount of time it just won't register as a channel you get anymore. But re-scanning your channels helps.

@walterwhitney2202 2 жыл бұрын

Tried this method tonight. I’m amazed at how good these were. Thank you for all the insight. Good stuff.

@jamiloy7769 Жыл бұрын

I never thought of brining the potatoes in salt water. I always loved the skin of a restaurant baked potato but didn't take the time to figure out what was the difference. Lol Now I just have to figure out how to keep the crust on potato wedges. 😂 Thanks ladies ❤️😊

@maryzuccaro3838 4 жыл бұрын

Ellen, you and colleagues are geniuses. This is the best baked potato I have ever made and tasted. This is the ONLY way I make them now. Thank you from the bottom of my heart!

@GeorgeMorgan6600 3 ай бұрын

@Hello there, how are you doing this blessed day?

@melingitis 4 жыл бұрын

I love the idea of goat cheese, but then remember I'm eating a potato for dinner because I'm in college. lol.

@DarrenStarr 2 жыл бұрын

Have made this on many occasions. Best baked potatoes I've ever had to date. Highly recommended.

@leanagonzalez467 3 жыл бұрын

I've done this recipe several times. This is a no fail system. The best I've ever done.

@danielapagliaro8025 5 жыл бұрын

I always learn something when I watch ATK. I will be doing this from now on when making baked potatoes (which I love to eat). Thank you Elle.

@denniserrolhawley2762 5 жыл бұрын

MY SINCEREST THANKS TO ELLE, ALSO!!!!

@AnaPaula-nh6hb 5 жыл бұрын

I needed this as hubby says I don't know how to cook potatoes.

@donkemp8151 5 жыл бұрын

Perhaps Hubby can demonstrate the proper technique.

@AnaPaula-nh6hb 5 жыл бұрын

You guys made me laugh. 😃

@meme-hz1mq 5 жыл бұрын

@6laderunner I'm a wife and I'm pretty sure you're right. It doesn't take away from that person's comment, though.

@JD-lz4ct 2 жыл бұрын

Followed this plan tonight for my wife. She loved it! She used to work at potatoes Etc. Years ago. So to impress her. Is impressive.

@HG-1181 10 ай бұрын

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I made these yesterday and they did not disappoint! Great recipe! The only alteration I made, for convenience, was to spray with avocado oil rather than brush with vegetable oil.

@Rezxer 4 жыл бұрын

I was baking really horrible potatoes. They usually didn't have good texture and consistency and, honestly, didn't taste that great. I tried a bunch of recipes I found online but none were really doing it. This video changed everything. The potatoes now come out amazing and I gobble them up in minutes because they're so good. The idea of using brine water, adding oil AFTER already baking for 45 minutes, then cutting it afterwards to let out steam really made all the difference in the world. I also love how the video explained why the other techniques I've been using is wrong. This has been a real learning experience.

@dporrasxtremeLS3 Жыл бұрын

Wonderfully Stated!

@jimbo91262 5 жыл бұрын

Love Elle, Love Bridget! And oh my my...my first bite into the baked potato I prepared this way was indeed "Hands Down" THE BEST baked potato I've ever eaten. It was so frickin' delightful inside...smooth, creamy, and just plain luscious. Home run ladies! And thank you soo much.

@LDHBees 6 ай бұрын

Nothing better than a good baked potato...my all time fav. Thanks ladies for showing us how!

@90integra 11 ай бұрын

I went out on a potato limb tonight and tried this method over my usual pre-bake routine of olive oil and salt. WOW. This video is fire!!🔥🔥🔥 Great tips, and thanks for revealing a better way to baked potato perfection!❤‍🔥

@carolbenson6524 5 жыл бұрын

EXCELLENT! Another great recipe! In hungry now!!!

@roberthart3452 5 жыл бұрын

I just tried this with small (1/3 the size they use) Yukon Gold -AMAZING

@AnovaLisaDragonfly 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your comment because I always use Yukon Golds for baked potatoes and was wondering if this would work the same on them. I was going to give it a go anyways, but it's nice to see that it turned out amazing for someone else. :-)

@seventhdayissabbath8747 3 жыл бұрын

I love what "America's Test Kitchen" does!! Thank you....

@skip123davis 3 жыл бұрын

i always love seeing elle. she so chill...

@elginjohnson4145 5 жыл бұрын

Those potatoes are absolutely delicious! My potatoes are in the oven as I write, this is the second time now, sooo good. E.j.

@jamesdooling4139 4 жыл бұрын

I know I must sound like a fanatic, but I'm making these again right now. I always come back and watch while mine are baking...

@angnbama Жыл бұрын

She’s in her Apron sent me this way - love this method - make in bulk - meal prep - freeze fir many potato dishes - thank you!

@rachaelmt2984 2 жыл бұрын

hello from Prague. Thank you so much! im making this now! I never liked baking potatoes cos i never get them right - but looking forward to the results in the next hour or so. i dont have a thermometer but it should be fine with our instructions - and so important not to pre butter or oil - that was one of my biggest issues in ruining my potatoes! Thank you!

@thomasstambaugh5181 2 жыл бұрын

I can't wait to try this approach, sort of a reverse-sear for potatoes. I love the brine, I love the idea of waiting to the end to cover with oil, I love the 10-minute hot finish, and I love the criss-cross-and-squeeze prep as they come out of the hot oven. About the topping, though -- NO WAY. Here is the (short) list of things that I allow near a baked potato on my plate: 1. Sour cream 2. Butter 3. Bacon bits (fresh-cooked) 4. Chopped chives (maybe) That's it. Goat cheese, oil, zest, parsely -- I'm sure that's great on all sorts of things (Triscuits come to mind). NOT my baked potato.

@shamisobulawayo8168 Жыл бұрын

Exactly what am using on mine! Bacon bits,chives and sour cream oooh with the butter

@creamcitysista1970 Жыл бұрын

Immensely agree with. butter. It’s a staple; wouldn’t be great without it. Same with bacon bits. Would they be tasty with scallions and/ or aioli?

@tomwalsh2244 5 жыл бұрын

Bridget had me at "you may like to brush it in Bacon Fat!"

@themailman8038 2 жыл бұрын

Wow! That was the best baked potato recipe I have ever made. Thank you ladies.

@leighsheppard8614 2 жыл бұрын

Indeed the best baked potatoes we've ever eaten. First time in years either myself or my wife have each eaten a whole baked potato (including all the skin) at one meal. Yummm! Thanks for this discovery!! 🙂 As a matter of fact, we sat down one night and had baked potatoes as our main course. Scrumptious...

@MartySteinberg 4 жыл бұрын

Love it! I did most of this and cooked them on a green egg at 500 degrees using a temp probe to 205. I’m never cooking in the microwave again!

@GeorgeMorgan6600 3 ай бұрын

@Hello there, how are you doing this blessed day?

@omargod5977 4 жыл бұрын

Omg! I watched this on pbs growing up. I love it.

@thesavvyblackbird 3 жыл бұрын

I can’t wait to try this method for baked potatoes. I love butter potatoes (similar to Yukon Gold) for baked potatoes and make twice baked potatoes. I love crispy skin and fluffy insides. The butter potatoes make such a creamy rich twice baked filling they’re like the best mashed potatoes. Add your favorite loaded toppings-butter, creme fraîche, bacon bits (I microwave my bacon bits for a few seconds to crisp them up), grated cheddar cheese or creamy cheese spread (they are often lower in fat but really flavorful-I can’t have a lot of fat, but I still want flavor and cheesiness), chives. Put back in the shells and top with a little more shredded cheese. I broil mine for 5 minutes until the tops are bubbly and golden brown. I make extras for later. I microwave until heated through then broil.

@pmathews109 2 жыл бұрын

Oh my goodness, that looks absolutely gorgeous, thank you, can’t wait to try it.

@annshearer7184 5 жыл бұрын

Yes I love watching Elle also she's a wonderful addition !

@jaye8872 4 жыл бұрын

this is the best baked potato receipe! I did not have an internal thermometer so I just used smaller russet potatoes and stuck with the 45 minute range for baking . they turned out perfect!

@justanimage5012 2 жыл бұрын

Same here. Only thing I'd advice on changing would maybe; is to cut them, squeeze them and push them in, Before the second 10min. bake. So as you do, You get an additional chance of seasoning the inside of the 'Tater a bit. Second Bake it for 10 min. (Still 450) - And then when that's done, next comes the chilled filling, goes in, stays in place and emulsifices just beautifully with the inside of the now "flava-ed" patatoe much. Aka tasty inside. Crispy out side. What more could anyone want😂👍

@HealingHeart_61 3 жыл бұрын

I'm thrilled about this video. I've always wanted to know how to get crispy skins on baked potato. Can't wait to try this technique. Thanks Elle and ATK. Update 7/15/21: Just made the baked potatoes. Delish! Perfectly cooked in the inside, crispy on the outside. The internal temperature check to 205° was key to knowing when cooked.

@judsonkr 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing huh? All of these fools on here complaining that it is TOO much work. They have no idea.