Baked Potatoes With Assorted Toppings Recipes

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Scrub the potatoes to remove any dirt. Dry the potatoes and prick with a fork. Rub the skins lightly with the vegetable oil. Place the potatoes on a cookie sheet or jelly-roll pan.
• Bake potatoes for 45 minutes, or until tender. Split the potatoes and press with your fingers to loosen pulp.
• Serve with one or more of the following toppings:
• American: shredded American cheese, bacon bits, and cooked broccoli
• Italian: pesto sauce and shredded mozzarella cheeses
• Sicilian: chopped pepperoni, pizza sauce, and grated Parmesan cheese
• Nicoise: flaked tuna, green bean pieces, diced red onion, tomato
• Children's: sliced frankfurters and cheese spread

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Place potatoes on a baking sheet and bake until tender when pierced with the tip of a knife, about 1 hour. Baking time will vary depending on the size of the potatoes.
• Remove potatoes from the oven and break open by smashing on counter or breaking in half. Top with desired toppings and serve immediately.