Baked Potatoes with Skin

Name: Baked Potatoes with Skin
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: Potatoes 1.8 lbs; Sweet Paprika to taste; Breadcrumbs 2 spoonfuls; Rosemary 2 sprigs; Extra virgin olive oil 4 ½ tbsp; Fine salt to taste

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337

Calories per serving

Lactose Free
Vegetarian
Vegan

Energy Kcal 337
Carbohydrates g 40.6
of which sugars g 1.7
Protein g 4.9
Fats g 17.2
of which saturated fat g 2.62
Fiber g 3.7
Sodium mg 347

Difficulty: Very easy
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 45 min
Serving: 4
Cost: Low
Note + 20 min. soaking of the potatoes

PRESENTATION

Recipe by
Antonella Vergari

If you’re looking to bring a taste of Italy to your table, baked potatoes with skin are a fantastic way to do it. This classic dish is a staple in many Italian homes, known for the way the skins turn crispy in the oven. Tossed with olive oil, paprika and a dash of rosemary, these potatoes deliver that earthy flavor Italians love. The beauty of this baked potato recipe lies in its simplicity—no need to peel or fuss with complicated prep. Adding breadcrumbs helps create a golden and crunchy exterior, a technique often used in Italian kitchens to add texture without the hassle.

Across Italy, you’ll find variations of these oven-baked delights, but the core ingredients remain: quality potatoes, fresh herbs, and that tender interior paired with a crispy outside. While some might experiment with different herbs, rosemary is a favorite from north to south. This dish pairs beautifully as a side with roast chicken or grilled fish, and it’s also perfect as an appetizer when friends are over. You might come across the Swedish-inspired hasselback style or potatoes stuffed with prosciutto and cheese, showing how Italians love to borrow and innovate. Yet, the star remains those simple baked potatoes with skin, offering a tasty mix of a moist inside and a crispy crust with every bite. Whether you’re in the mood for healthy baked potatoes or just something versatile, this dish is easy to fall in love with and makes a wonderful addition to any meal.

If you’re aiming to bring a taste of Italy right to your table, baked potatoes with skin are just the ticket. Seriously, it’s a fantastic way to do it. This classic dish is a real staple in many Italian homes, and people love how the skins get super super crispy in the oven. Tossed with olive oil, paprika and a little bit of rosemary—amazing. And italians really love that earthy flavor. I gotta say, the beauty of this baked potato recipe lies in its simplicity. No need to peel, no need to fuss. Adding breadcrumbs? Creates a golden and crunchy exterior—really, it’s a technique often used in Italian kitchens to add texture without the hassle.

Across Italy, you’ll spot variations of these oven-baked delights, but the core ingredients stay the same. We’re talking quality potatoes, fresh herbs, and that tender inside paired with a crispy outside. And listen, while some might play around with different herbs, rosemary is a favorite from north to south. This dish pairs beautifully as a side with roast chicken or grilled fish. Also, it’s perfect as an appetizer when friends are over. Pretty much. You might find the Swedish-inspired hasselback style or potatoes stuffed with prosciutto and cheese, showing how Italians love to borrow and innovate. And look, the star still remains those simple baked potatoes with skin, offering a tasty mix of a moist inside and a crispy crust with every bite. Whether you’re in the mood for healthy baked potatoes or just something versatile, this dish is easy to fall in love with. And it makes a wonderful addition to any meal. For sure.

How to prepare Baked Potatoes with Skin

To prepare baked potatoes with skin, first wash the potatoes well under running water. Cut the potatoes in half 1 and then into wedges no thicker than a quarter inch 2. Transfer the wedges to a large bowl, cover with cold water, and let them soak for 20 minutes to lose some of the starch 3.

After the soaking time, drain the potatoes 4 and dry them with a cloth or paper towel, then place them in a bowl and season with salt 5 and paprika 6.

Add the oil 7 and mix well with your hands 8, then add the breadcrumbs 9.

Also add the rosemary 10 and mix again. Arrange the seasoned potatoes in a baking pan lined with parchment paper, trying not to overlap them 11. Bake in a preheated static oven at 400°F for about 40-45 minutes. When they become beautifully golden and crispy, remove from the oven and serve your baked potatoes with skin immediately 12!

Storage

Baked potatoes with skin can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 1-2 days, reheating them in the oven before serving. Freezing is not recommended.

Advice

You can flavor baked potatoes with skin with your favorite spices and herbs, such as turmeric, thyme, sage, or parsley... or you can try a delicious butter and lemon version like in our Smashed potatoes recipe!

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Baked Potatoes with Skin

PRESENTATION

How to prepare Baked Potatoes with Skin

Storage

Advice

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