This recipe combines hearty baked potatoes with slices of crusty bread, perfect for a comforting and filling meal at home. The potatoes are baked in the oven until crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, while the crusty bread is toasted until golden. Serve this dish with a simple salad for a complete, balanced meal.
Ingredients
- baking potatoes: 4 piece
- slices of crusty bread (baguette or sourdough): 4 piece
- olive oil: 2 Tbsp
- salt and pepper: 0 Tbsp (to taste)
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Stages of cooking
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Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
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Wash the potatoes thoroughly and pat them dry. Prick the potatoes in a few places with a fork to allow steam to escape during baking.
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Coat the potatoes with 1 tablespoon of the olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
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Place the potatoes directly on the middle oven rack and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until they are cooked through and the skin is crispy.
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When the potatoes are almost done, toast the slices of bread. Brush them with the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and toast them in the oven (or in a toaster) until they are golden.
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Arrange the baked potatoes and crusty bread on a plate. Serve hot with a simple salad or your preferred side dish.
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Enjoy your Rustic Baked Potatoes and Toasted Baguette!
