How to Make Baked Potato Fans

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Preheat the oven to 470ºF.

   Wash and clean the potatoes. , Cut a little part off one of the long sides of the potato.
   
   Just cut enough to prevent the potato from rolling when it is set down. , Do not slice the whole way down though, as the slices are to remain attached to the potato, from the base.
   
   Repeat for each potato being made.
   
   Cut about 20 slices/cuts, depending on the size of each potato.
   
   The sliced cuts will fan out when each potato is baked. , Mix the olive oil, melted butter and salt into a mixing bowl. , Brush lightly. ,, Bake for half an hour. , Spread a little more of the basting mix over the top of the potatoes.
   
   You can even add a pinch more salt (optional). , Enjoy the fanned out potatoes.
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   Step 2: Prepare the potatoes.

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   Step 3: Cut the potato.

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   Step 4: Cut along the first potato in even slices/cuts to create the fan effect.

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   Step 5: Make the basting mixture.

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   Step 6: Brush the basting mix on each potato.

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   Step 7: Place the prepared potatoes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

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   Step 8: Place the potatoes into the preheated oven.

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   Step 9: Remove from the oven when baked.

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    Step 10: Serve immediately.

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