Traditional Baking: Potatoes are placed directly on the oven rack and baked at around 375°F (190°C), giving a crispy skin and fluffy interior. Foil-Wrapped Baking: Potatoes are wrapped in aluminum foil before baking resulting in a different texture. Microwave-then-Bake: Potatoes are first microwaved to speed up cooking, then transferred to the oven for a short time to crisp up the skin.