Name: Halftime Baked Potatoes
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: American

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July 10, 2025

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This quick-and-easy trick to cut the baking time in half for baked potatoes is simple – hence the name Halftime Baked Potatoes. It’s super simple and results in creamy, fluffy baked potatoes with extra crispy skin. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep.

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Halftime Baked Potatoes

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Cut potatoes in half lengthwise. Place cut-side up on baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil. Sprinkle on kosher salt.

Use your hands to rub the salt and oil all over the potato halves, then place cut-side down on the baking sheet.

Bake in preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, using a fork to poke through the skin to check for doneness. Let cool for a few minutes, and flip over with a spatula.

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Pesto & Potatoes

Hi, I’m Reed Dunn, the home cook, food blogger and photographer behind Pesto & Potatoes. This is where I share fresh, seasonal plant-based and pescatarian recipes to inspire you in the kitchen and make answering “what’s for dinner?” a little easier.