Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly oil a large rimmed baking sheet.
Clean and dry potatoes thoroughly with a towel. Prick potatoes with a fork.
Rub potato skins with olive oil.
Place coarse salt onto a small plate. Roll each potato lightly in the salt. Place potatoes on a prepared baking sheet.
Bake approximately 35 to 45 minutes or until done, turning at least once during baking. Remove from oven and serve.
Makes 4 servings.
* Because of their waxy texture, the flesh of red potatoes stays firm throughout the cooking process, whether they are being roasted or cooked in a stew. Their skin is thin and tender. Because of their size, small red potatoes are best cooked whole. Red potatoes are available all year. Photo from Specialty Produce.
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