How to Make Baked Potatoes in a Halogen Oven

Benchtop halogen (convection) ovens can be used to make many vegetable dishes including baked potatoes.

Ingredients

  • 4 baked potatoes, medium to large
  • Olive oil or butter
  • Salt and pepper (optional)

Steps

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    Prepare the halogen oven. Put the higher level stand in place. Most halogen ovens work best when there is the most airflow both above and below the food.
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    Wash the potatoes. Remove any imperfections.
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    Pierce the potatoes. Poke a fork into various spots of each potato.
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    Turn the temperature on the halogen oven to 200ºC.
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    Brush each potato with olive oil. Place in the oven evenly spaced apart. Do not have any potatoes touching.
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    Cook for 45 minutes. Test when the cooking ends. If they need more time, try another 10 to 15 minutes.
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    Remove from the oven when done. Use tongs to lift out of the oven.
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    Cut open the tops of each potato. Push a fork into the flesh and mash it around.
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    Add a dollop of butter. Season with salt and pepper. Add anything else you'd like, such as grated cheese, baked beans, chopped tomatoes, etc.
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    Serve.
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Warnings

  • Take appropriate care around halogen ovens; the sides and lid are hot during cooking. It's still an oven! Use mitts to remove the lid and tongs to remove all food and dishes.
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Things Needed

  • Benchtop halogen (convection) oven
  • Pastry brush
  • Tongs
  • Knife and fork

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Categories: Potato Dishes
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