Ecuador Population Growth. Ecuador has a slow average population growth rate of just 1.4%, which ranks as 87th in the world. Birth rate is also low at only 19.23 births per 1,000 people, although the death rate is one of the lowest in the world at 5.03 deaths per 1,000 people.
Aluminum Foil. 1  1. Season the potatoes with olive oil, salt and pepper (optional). 2  2. Wrap the potatoes in aluminum foil. 3  3. Bake at 425 Â°F (218 Â°C) for ~45 to 60 minutes, or 400 Â°F (204 Â°C) for 60 to 70 minutes.  4. Garnish as necessary.
Oven-Baked Potatoes. See what to do: How To Bake a Potato in the Oven. Preheat the oven to 425Â°F. Rub the potatoes with olive oil, sprinkle them with salt and pepper, and prick them with the tines of a fork. You can lay them directly on the oven rack or place them on a baking sheet.. Rub the potatoes with olive oil, sprinkle them with salt and pepper, and prick them with the tines of a fork. Place all the potatoes on a microwave-safe dish and microwave at full power for five minutes. Turn them over and microwave for another three to five minutes.