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The Oven Temperature To Bake The Perfect Potato

NEWS

By EMMY SCHNEIDER-GREEN
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The right baking temperature is a key component to mastering such a potato, but it's the internal temperature that you should really be paying attention to.
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The general internal temperature you should aim for is between 205 and 212 degrees Fahrenheit, which ensures the potato will be light, airy, and fully cooked.
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Therefore, the best oven temperature depends largely on the variety and size of the potato. Recipes can call for an oven to be preheated anywhere from 250 to 450 degrees F.
A closeup of a baked potato.
Just don't crank up the heat too high for the sake of speed — your potato may just burn up. Always keep an eye on the internal temp and look out for telltale signs of overcooking.
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Invest in a probe thermometer to best ensure that your potatoes have reached the appropriate internal temperature, which makes for fluffy and moist results.
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Whole and sliced sweet potatoes on a table.
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