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Lean & Creamy Fettuccine Alfredo

Our Lean & Creamy Fettuccine Alfredo redefines the classic Italian dish with more heart-friendly ingredients. Despite cutting down the fat and calories, it maintains its rich and creamy essence by using quality low-fat Parmesan and cream cheese. An easy crowd-pleaser, this dish will meet your comfor...
1
40 min
TOTAL TIME
354
CALORIES
$0.84
PER SERVING
Lean & Creamy Fettuccine Alfredo
Ingredients
10 INGREDIENTS
8 SERVINGS
Fresh Parsley
2 tbsp fresh parsley
chopped
Fettuccine Pasta
1 lb fettuccine pasta
Skim Milk
2 cups skim milk
Garlic
4 cloves garlic
minced
Light Cream Cheese
4 oz light cream cheese
cubed
Salt
1/2 tsp salt
Chicken Broth
1 cup chicken broth
Black Pepper
1/4 tsp black pepper
Grated Low-fat Parmesan Cheese
1/2 cup grated low-fat parmesan cheese
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Directions
9 STEPS
10 min
PREP TIME
30 min
COOK TIME
40 min
TOTAL TIME
1
Start by cooking your fettuccine pasta according to the instructions on the package.
2
As the pasta cooks, heat the extra virgin olive oil over medium-low heat in a large saucepan.
3
Add in the minced garlic, stirring until it turns golden brown.
4
Pour skim milk and chicken broth into the saucepan. Bring to a simmer.
5
Carefully add the cubed light cream cheese, mixing until it melts and the liquid turns creamy.
6
Season the sauce with salt and pepper.
7
Add in the grated low-fat Parmesan cheese and stir until it fully melts in the sauce.
8
Once your pasta is cooked, drain it well, then add it to the saucepan. Toss to ensure every noodle is coated in the Alfredo sauce.
9
Optionally, you can garnish your hearty dish with some fresh, chopped parsley before serving.
Health Info
Macros
49g
CARBS
9g
FAT
17g
PROTEIN
Contains these allergens
MILK
WHEAT
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is heavy cream or milk better for Alfredo?
Whats the difference between Alfredo and fettuccine?
How do I add more flavor to my Fettuccine Alfredo?
Is Fettuccine Alfredo actually Italian?
What can I serve with Fettucine Alfredo?