Baking small potatoes is a simple and delicious way to enjoy a versatile side dish or snack. With just a few ingredients and some easy-to-follow steps, you’ll have perfectly baked small potatoes in no time. Follow these 13 steps to bake mouth-watering small potatoes:

1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Ensuring your oven is heated properly will help your potatoes cook evenly and efficiently.

2. Wash your potatoes thoroughly. Remove any dirt or debris from the skin by using a vegetable brush or scrubber under running water.

3. Dry the potatoes thoroughly with a clean kitchen towel or paper towel to remove any excess water.

4. Choose your desired seasoning for the potatoes. You can use olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, rosemary, thyme, or any other desired seasonings.

5. In a large bowl, coat the potatoes with a small amount of oil (about 1-2 tablespoons) and your choice of seasonings. Mix well to ensure the potatoes are evenly coated.

6. Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper. Optionally, you can use aluminum foil and spray it with non-stick cooking spray.

7. Place the seasoned potatoes on the prepared baking sheet. Make sure they are spaced evenly apart, ideally not touching each other for even cooking.

8. Use a fork to poke holes in each potato two or three times. This allows steam to escape during baking and prevents them from bursting.

9. Put the baking sheet with potatoes into the preheated oven on the middle rack.

10. Bake for 20-25 minutes for very small potatoes or up to 45 minutes for larger ones until they are tender when pierced with a fork or knife. Cooking time may vary based on the size of the potatoes as well as individual oven temperatures.

11. When the potatoes are tender, remove them from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes.

12. Use a spatula or tongs to transfer the potatoes to a serving plate or bowl. Optionally, you can add more seasoning or toppings such as sour cream, chives, or cheese before serving.

13. Serve your delicious baked small potatoes while they’re still warm and enjoy!

Now that you know the 13 steps to perfectly bake small potatoes, you are ready to impress your friends and family with this easy and tasty dish. Happy baking!