- Using a fork, poke holes in potatoes on both sides
- Brine skin by turning potatoes in 2 tablespoons salt mixed with 1/2 cup water
- Place potatoes on wired sheet and bake in 450 degree oven for 45 minutes to 1 hour
- To see if potatoes are cooked, use instant thermometer – it should read 205 degrees
- Brush skin of potatoes with oil and bake another 10 minutes
- Open potatoes slicing an x on the top
- Top with butter, sour cream, and chives