how to cut potatoes for baking
1 Slice the potatoes crosswise (the short way) into 1/4 inch slices, leaving about 1/4 inch on the bottom to connect all of the slices. 2  Place into a baking dish, and slightly fan the slices open. 3  Sprinkle with salt and seasoning blend, and drizzle with butter.4  Bake for 50 minutes in the preheated oven.eady In. 1  Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (200 degrees C). 2  Slice the potatoes crosswise (the short way) into 1/4 inch slices, leaving about 1/4 inch on the bottom to connect all of the slices. 3  Place into a baking dish, and slightly fan the slices open. 4  Sprinkle with salt and seasoning blend, and drizzle with butter.