As the days get cooler and frost is in the air, deciduous trees and shrubs put on an autumn show in all shades of red, yellow, purple, and brown. The splendor of crisp fall days and vibrant leaves brings to mind memories for nearly everyone who lives in an area where deciduous forests are the dominant vegetation.
Remove the finished baked potatoes from your oven and set them on a dish or rack. Tightly wrap each individual potato with foil so that there are no uncovered or loose sections. Be sure not to cut open any part of the potato yet. The foil will keep any steam from escaping and help keep the potato warmer longer.
Simple Recipe for Oven Baked Potatoes: 1  Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. 2  Clean the potato by using a scrub brush. 3  Pierce the potato with a fork and place in the oven for about 1 hour. 4  Check to see if the potato is done cooking by using a fork.t takes about 1 hour at 375 degrees for a medium size Russet potato to bake. An instant read thermometer can also be used to determine when potatoes are done cooking. The internal temperature should reach about 210 degrees Fahrenheit for a fully baked potato.