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What, if any, material should be used to wrap potatoes when baking them?

An article said not to wrap potatoes in aluminum foil when baking. What, if any, material should be used to wrap potatoes when baking them?

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You're right that baking potatoes in aluminum foil isn't ideal. Foil traps steam during baking, which softens the skin and prevents it from crisping. If you prefer a traditional baked potato with fluffy insides and crisp skin, it's best to bake them unwrapped.

Just wash and dry the potatoes, rub them with oil and salt if you like, and place them directly on the oven rack or a baking sheet. No wrapping is needed.

If you're baking in advance and want to keep them warm or store them, you can wrap them in foil after baking. This helps retain heat and moisture without affecting the baking process itself.

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