
Preheat the oven to 425°F.
Scrub the potatoes well and pat them dry. Place them on a foil or parchment-lined baking sheet, and prick all over, 5 to 6 times each, with a fork.
Roast for 45 to 60 minutes until tender when pressed with your fingers or a fork or knife inserts easily into the flesh.
Make a lengthwise cut across the top of each potato to open it up and finish with your choice of toppings.