But there are still other ways of eating healthy potatoes. In this article, we are going to show you how to make a baked potato, but first, we are going to give you some ideas of other cooking methods just for your own knowledge.

No wonder potatoes are extremely delicious no matter how they are cooked. Every method of cooking potatoes always preserves the greatness of the taste in it. Potatoes are moderate in calories and have no fats in them, and they are a healthy meal for anyone. Some people are ignorant of the nutrients the potatoes hold. It contains soluble and insoluble fiber, is low in cholesterol, and slows digestion. It helps to lower blood pressure due to the presence of a compound known as kukoamine.

How To Make a Perfect Baked Potato

They almost contain all of the nutrients except Vitamin A. However, the vitamin C it has gets lost because of heating when cooking. It has vitamin B6 which is good to keep your heart healthy. It contains lots of potassium, iron, and copper. Sometimes potatoes are cooked in a harmful way to become fatty snacks like the packs of chips we find sold everywhere in the markets.

1. Mashed Potatoes with Garlic – This is the best spicy meal of potatoes you’ll ever have. You simply boil the potatoes without peeling the skin and then mash them in a bowl while adding garlic. You can also add cheese if you like.
2. Boiled Potatoes with Onions and Carrots – Here you just cook all of the vegetables together after cutting them. Season with olive oil and then boil or bake.
3. Sauteed or Mashed Potatoes – Just cut all of the vegetables you like into a pan with a little bit of oil, some salt, and pepper, and there it is, the tastiest, easiest dish ever. Done in minutes!
4. Grilled Potatoes – Cover the potatoes with aluminum after seasoning with salt and pepper and place them on the grill for a few minutes until they are ready. The fastest way isn’t it?

Here is how you can Make A Baked Potato In Oven:

1. Preheat the Oven to 450 degrees after washing the potatoes
2. Pierce the potatoes 2-3 times each
3. Place on a baking tray and into the oven for 50-60 minutes or until soft

To conclude, cooking potatoes any way you like will always come out delicious. The important thing is that you watch out for the amount of fat you use to keep it a healthy meal always for you and your family.

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