This is a family favorite and so quick to prepare! It tastes great over mashed potatoes, rice or noodles.

20 Baked Meatballs

1 14.5-ounce can fat-free, reduced-sodium beef or chicken broth

3 1/2 tablespoons unbleached allpurpose flour

Pour 1/4 of the broth in a covered container. Add flour, and shake well to prevent lumps. In a saucepan, combine remainder of broth with the flour mixture. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly with a wire whisk until thickened. Add meatballs and heat. Servings: 4

VARIATION: Swedish Meatballs and Mushrooms. Add one small can of mushrooms, drained and rinsed, to the gravy when adding the meatballs.

Serving Size: 5 meatballs plus 1/2 cup sauce

Nutritional information: 214 calories; 8 grams total fat; 3 grams saturated fat; 59 milligrams cholesterol; 264 milligrams sodium; 13 grams carbohydrate; 2 grams dietary fiber; 1 gram sugar; 23 grams protein.

Source: “Quick & Healthy Recipes and Ideas” by Brenda J. Ponichtera.

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