BUTTERY CRUSTED BAKED POTATOES

BUTTERY CRUSTED BAKED POTATOES Cracker crumbs give these buttery crusted baked potatoes and savory, lightly crisp coating. A great side dish for meat loaf, hamburgers or fried chicken. 6 red potatoes, washed and dried 6 tablespoons salted butter, melted 1 cup crushed butter crackers (round Ritz-style crackers) 1/2 teaspoon salt (optional) Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. Spray a baking sheet with cooking spray. Cut the washed and dried red potatoes in half. Pour the melted butter in a bowl and place the crushed crackers in another bowl. Dunk the potato halves first in butter, then coat them in cracker crumbs. Place the potatoes cut side down on a baking sheet. Bake at 425 degrees for 30-40 minutes or until the potatoes are soft throughout.