Lunch: Herbed Twice-Baked Potatoes Recipe

This recipe includes superfoods such as:

Basil

Health benefits of Herbed Twice-Baked Potatoes Recipe

Basil is an excellent stress reliever, and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.

Ingredients

2 medium baking potatoes
1-1/2 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese, cubed
1 tablespoon minced chives
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
Dash cayenne pepper
3 tablespoons fat-free milk
3 teaspoons butter, melted, divided
Dash garlic powder
Dash paprika

Instructions

Scrub and pierce potatoes. Bake at 375 ° for 1 hour or until tender. Cool for 10 minutes. Cut potatoes in half lengthwise. Scoop out pulp, leaving thin shells.
In a large bowl, mash pulp with cream cheese, chives, salt, basil and cayenne. Add milk and 1-1/2 teaspoons butter; mash. Spoon into potato shells. Drizzle with remaining butter; sprinkle with garlic powder and paprika.
Place on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until heated through.