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Delicious and filling doesn’t have to mean laden with fat and calories

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If you’re craving a filling meal that will remind you of home, yet won’t wreck your diet, Food Network’s Ellie Krieger can help. The New York Times best-selling author shares lighter recipes for meatloaf, mashed potatoes and garlic broccoli that are sure to please your taste buds.

Mom's turkey meatloaf
Ellie Krieger

INGREDIENTS

3/4 cup quick-cooking oats
1/2 cup nonfat milk
1 medium onion, peeled
2 pounds ground turkey breast
1/2 cup seeded and chopped red bell pepper (1/2 medium pepper)
2 large eggs, beaten
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1/4 cup ketchup
1/2 teaspoon salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 8-ounce can no-salt-added tomato sauce

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DIRECTIONS

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

In a small bowl, stir together the oats and milk and allow to soak while you get the rest of the ingredients together, at least 3 minutes.

Thinly slice one-quarter of the onion into rings and set aside. Finely chop the rest of the onion. In a large bowl, combine the turkey, oatmeal mixture, chopped onion, bell pepper, eggs, Worcestershire, ketchup, salt and a few grinds of pepper. Mix just until well combined.

Transfer the mixture to a 9 x 13-inch baking dish and shape into a loaf about 5 inches wide and 2 inches high. Pour the tomato sauce over the meatloaf and sprinkle with the sliced onions. Bake until an instant-read meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part registers 160 degrees Fahrenheit, about 1 hour.

Remove from the oven and let rest for 10 to 15 minutes before slicing.

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Smashed potatoes with sour cream and chives
Ellie Krieger

INGREDIENTS

1 1/4 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes (4 medium), left unpeeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
1/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth, warmed
1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

DIRECTIONS

Place the potatoes in a steamer basket fitted over a large pot of boiling water. Cover and steam until the potatoes are knife-tender, 12 to 15 minutes.

Drain the potatoes and return them to their pot. Add the warm broth and coarsely mash. Stir in the sour cream and chives, season with salt and pepper, and serve.

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Broccoli with toasted garlic
Ellie Krieger

Makes 4 servings

INGREDIENTS

1 bunch broccoli (about 1 1/4 pounds)
1 tablespoon water
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

DIRECTIONS

Cut the broccoli into spears and put into a large microwave-safe bowl with the water. Cover tightly and microwave on high for 4 minutes.

While the broccoli is cooking, heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat and add the garlic. Cook the garlic, stirring frequently, until it is golden, about 3 minutes. Take care not to overcook the garlic or it will become bitter. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the toasted garlic to a small dish.

Remove the bowl of broccoli from the microwave, carefully uncover it, and drain it in a colander, shaking off any excess water. Transfer the broccoli to the skillet with the oil and cook over medium heat, stirring a few times, for 3 minutes. Sprinkle with the toasted garlic, season with salt and pepper and serve.

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