Step 1

Remove baking rack and preheat toaster oven to 400 degrees F. Wash, scrub and dry 2 medium-sized Russet potatoes.

Step 2

Using a fork or small steak knife carefully pierce each potato 2 or 3 times on each side.

Step 3

Rub potatoes with a thin coating of olive oil (about a 1/4 teaspoon) and place potatoes on toaster oven baking rack.

Step 4

Return potato topped rack to the preheated toaster oven and bake potatoes for 45 minutes or until potatoes feel tender and soft when pierced with a fork and their skins are lightly browned and crispy to the touch.

Step 5

Cut a zig-zag pattern across the length of the potato. Put your thumbs on each end of the potato and press towards the center. The potato will pop open (watch out for steam) and you can fluff the interior with a fork.

Step 6

Serve with salt, pepper and your favorite toppings.