Making crispy baked potatoes is simple when you follow these easy steps:

1. Preheat Your Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Wash the Potatoes: Rinse your russet potatoes under cool running water, scrubbing gently to remove any dirt. Pat them dry using a clean kitchen towel.
3. Poke Holes: Use a fork to poke several holes in each potato. This allows steam to escape during baking.
4. Coat with Oil: Drizzle olive oil over the potatoes, ensuring each potato is evenly coated.
5. Season: Sprinkle salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder over the potatoes. Rub the seasonings in to ensure they stick well.
6. Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the seasoned potatoes directly onto the baking sheet or a baking dish, spaced apart to allow hot air circulation.
7. Bake: Transfer the baking sheet to the preheated oven. Bake for 45-60 minutes, or until the skins feel crispy and the insides are soft when pierced with a fork.
8. Check for Doneness: Generally, the larger the potato, the longer the baking time. Start checking at the 45-minute mark.
9. Remove from Oven: Once they are perfectly crispy and cooked through, take them out of the oven.
10. Cool Slightly: Let the potatoes cool for a few minutes before serving to avoid burns from the hot steam.

By following these steps, you will achieve the most incredible crispy baked potatoes, ready to impress at any mealtime!