How to Make the Perfect Baked Potato | What’s Eating Dan?

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Reduced-fat cheese lowers calories without sacrificing flavor.

bacon bits

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon bits

💰Cheaper: cooked bacon

Turkey bacon bits are lower in fat and calories.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and provides similar richness.

Dissolve 2 tablespoons of salt in 1/2 cup of water.

Add the russet potatoes to the salt solution and coat them.

Transfer the potatoes to a wire rack set in a rimmed baking sheet for air circulation.

Prick the potatoes in a few spots with a fork to prevent potential explosions.

Preheat the oven to 450°F (232°C).

Bake the potatoes in the oven for 45 minutes to 1 hour until they reach an internal temperature of at least 205°F (96°C).

Slice the potatoes open immediately after removing them from the oven to prevent them from losing moisture.

Rub the baked potatoes with butter after baking for added crispiness.

Prepare toppings: butter, sour cream, cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, scallions, goat cheese, shallots, parsley, smoked trout, creme fraiche, and chives.

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