Preheat the oven to 400°F
Scrub the potatoes clean and dry them
Pierce each potato several times with a fork
Rub the potatoes with oil
Sprinkle the potatoes with salt
Place the potatoes directly on the oven rack or on a baking sheet
Bake for 45 to 60 minutes, until tender
Remove the potatoes from the oven
Slice each potato lengthwise
Fluff the inside with a fork
Add butter
Add shredded cheese
Add sour cream
Add cooked bacon bits
Add chopped green onions
Add salt and pepper to taste
Serve immediately