If there’s one dish that brings comfort, warmth, and satisfaction with every bite, it’s the humble baked potato. It’s a staple at family dinners, potlucks, and quiet nights at home.

But let’s be honest — turning on the oven for an hour or more in the middle of the day (especially during hot months) isn’t exactly appealing. And standing in the kitchen waiting for them to bake? No thank you.

Fortunately, there’s a foolproof, hands-off way to get those tender, flavor-packed, slow-cooked potatoes you crave — without turning on the oven. Just wrap them in foil, drop them in your crock pot, and walk away. Hours later, you’ll return to beautifully baked, soft, and steaming hot potatoes with skins that are just the right amount of crispy and flavorful.