Step 1

Preheat the oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit.

Step 2

Wash the potatoes and slice them in half. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the potatoes on top and rub them with olive oil, just enough to coat. Sprinkle them with kosher salt.

Step 3

Turn the potatoes cut side down and prick the tops several times with fork.

Step 4

Bake until the potatoes are tender and lightly browned on the edges, about 25 to 35 minutes depending on the exact size of the potatoes. Prick them with a fork to assess doneness. Taste and add an additional sprinkle of salt if necessary.

Step 5

To serve as a traditional baked potato, just mash the tops lightly with a fork. Serve immediately.