Simple yet delicious, Baked Potatoes in Their Skins is a rustic Ukrainian favorite. Potatoes are baked whole with their skin, developing a smoky aroma and fluffy interior. Perfect with butter, sour cream, or herring.
Wash the potatoes. Rinse potatoes thoroughly under running water. Leave the skin on — that’s the essence of the dish.
Prepare for baking. Place potatoes on a baking tray, drizzle with oil, and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Mix gently.
Bake. Bake in a preheated oven at 200°C (390°F) for 40–45 minutes until golden and tender inside.
Serve. Serve hot, cut open, and top with butter, sour cream, or chopped herbs.