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Is your husband making you fat?

Do you eat what he eats? Maybe it’s time to change his diet. Ellie Krieger of the Food Networks shares healthy recipes for you – and your husband

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Is your husband making you fat?
Aug. 30: The "Today" show's Ann Curry talks with Ellie Krieger, a registered dietician and the host of Food Network's "Healthy Appetite with Ellie Krieger" about healthy diets for couples.

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updated 11:42 a.m. ET Aug. 30, 2006

When we live with other people, we tend to compromise our behaviors. On “Today’s Woman,” we look at whether your husband is making you fat. If you find yourself plopped down on the couch with chips in your hand at night or look in your cupboard to discover it’s filled with cookies, it might not be all your fault. Ellie Krieger, a registered dietician and host of the Food Network’s “Healthy Appetite with Ellie Krieger,” was invited on the show to help you and your husband live a more healthy lifestyle. Here are some of her recipes:

Green Bean Salad
Ellie Krieger of the Food Networks

Makes four servings (one serving is ½ cup)

INGREDIENTS

1/2 pound green beans, trimmed
2 tablespoons chopped walnuts
2 teaspoons walnut oil (or olive oil)
1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons chopped red onion
Salt and pepper, to taste

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DIRECTIONS

Bring a large pot of water with a steamer basket to a boil, add green beans and steam for 5 minutes.  Transfer to a serving bowl. Toast the walnuts in a small dry skillet over a medium heat until they become fragrant, about 2 minutes, and then transfer them to a small bowl. Add the parsley and onion to the walnuts and stir to combine.  In another small bowl, whisk together the oil, vinegar and mustard. Toss the dressing with the green beans, top with the walnut mixture and season with salt and pepper.

Serve warm or at room temperature.

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Parmesan Mashed Potatoes
Ellie Krieger of the Food Networks

Makes eight servings (one serving is ¾ cup)

INGREDIENTS

2 pounds Yukon gold potatoes (about 5 cups), diced
1/2 cup low-fat buttermilk
1/2 cup 1 percent low-fat milk
4 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Salt to taste

DIRECTIONS

Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and cook until tender, about 10 minutes. While potatoes are cooking place buttermilk and milk into a small saucepan and cook over a very low heat until just warm. Be careful not to boil or milk will curdle. Drain the potatoes, add the warmed milk and mash together to desired consistency. Stir in Parmesan cheese and salt.

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Pork Au Poivre
Ellie Krieger of the Food Networks

Makes four servings (one serving is 4 ounces)

INGREDIENTS

11/4 pounds pork tenderloin
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon black peppercorns, coarsely ground or crushed
2 teaspoons olive oil
1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup dry red wine
Salt to taste

DIRECTIONS

Slice tenderloin lengthwise, being careful not to cut through to other side. Split meat into one large, flat piece. Spread mustard over both sides of the meat and rub in pepper, pressing gently so it adheres well. Cut meat crosswise into 4 even portions. In large skillet, heat oil over medium flame. Put tenderloin in the pan and cook for about 10 minutes or until meat thermometer reads 155 degrees, turning once. Transfer meat to a plate and tent with foil to keep it warm. Add chicken broth and wine to pan and cook over medium-high heat, scraping up any bits that have stuck to the pan. Continue to cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until sauce is reduced to about ½ cup. Pour sauce over meat, season with salt, and serve.

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