Fettuccine Alfredo (Cooking Light) |
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Prep Time: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 30 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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A healthier version of an unhealthy favorite. Ingredients:
1 tablespoon butter |
2 garlic cloves, minced |
1 tablespoon flour |
1 1/3 cups 1% low-fat milk |
1 1/4 cups grated fresh parmesan cheese, divided |
2 tablespoons low-fat cream cheese |
1/2 teaspoon salt |
8 ounces fettuccine |
2 teaspoons chopped flat leaf parsley |
black pepper |
Directions:
1. Cook pasta according to package directions.
2. Meanwhile, melt butter in medium saucepan over medium heat.
3. Add garlic and cook 1 minute, stirring frequently.
4. Stir in flour.
5. Gradually add milk, stirring with a whisk.
6. Cook 6 minutes or til thickened, stirring constantly.
7. Add 1 cup parmesan, cream cheese and salt. Stir with whisk while cheeses melt.
8. Toss with hot pasta, sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup of parmesan and chopped parsley and pepper.
9. Serve immediately.
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