boiling ChartsDATASHEET // CT-BL-057
boilingSTATE: FRESHVERIFIED DATASHEET
How Long to Cook Baked Potato (Whole Russet) in the boiling
Specification: 2 jumbo whole russet potatoes (10-12 oz each), scrubbed clean, submerged in cold heavily salted water (1 tbsp salt per quart)
Target Temp
212°F (100°C)
Stovetop Boil
Total Time
35–45 mins
Total Cook Window
Flip Mark
No Flip
Continuous Cook
Internal Safe Temp
—
USDA Safe Pull
COOK MODE
Live timer · flip prompt · target temp · rest stage
3-Step Execution Protocol
1
Preheat & Prep
Preheat boiling to 212°F (100°C). Prepare baked potato (whole russet) (2 jumbo whole russet potatoes (10-12 oz each), scrubbed clean, submerged in cold heavily salted water (1 tbsp salt per quart)).
2
Cook
Cook for 35–45 mins. Do not flip; allow surface to develop undisturbed.
3
Check & Rest
Center gives gently when pressed; thin metal skewer passes through center with zero friction. Rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Verification Basis & Testing Rig
Idaho Potato Commission Large Tuber Cooking Tables.
Pro Tip: Jumbo russets take a full 40+ minutes to cook through; maintain a steady simmer with the lid partially ajar so water does not boil over.