Jacket Potatoes (Also known as Baked Potatoes)

Ingredients

  • 1 - 2 Potatoes

Instructions

Microwave Method

  • Choose medium-sized potatoes - scrub, then piece skins in several places.
  • Wrap in paper towel individually.
  • Cook on full power 5-6 minutes for 1 potato and allow an extra 2 minutes for each additional potatoes.

Oven Method

  • Heat oven to 425/220 degrees. Wash and dry potatoes.
  • Prick the potato skins in several places.
  • Place rock salt in the base of the roasting tin, place potatoes on top and bake for 1- 1 ½ hours. To test if they are ready, insert a skewer easily in and out.