fettuccine alfredo with bacon

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38 Pinches
Seattle, WA
Updated on Jul 13, 2011

This is a "Lighter" version of Alfredo!

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yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 package 9 oz refrigerated fresh fettucine
  • 2 slices applewood smoked bacon chopped
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup 1% low-fat milk
  • 2/3 cup grated parmigiano-reggiano cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

How To Make fettuccine alfredo with bacon

  • Step 1
    Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat. Drain in a colander over a bowl, reserving 1/4 cup cooking liquid.
  • Step 2
    While pasta cooks, cook bacon in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heaqt 4 minutes or until crisp, stirring occassionally. Remove bacon from pan, reserving drippings. Add garlic to drippings in pan; saute 1 minute, stirring constantly. Sprinkle flour over garlic, cook 30 seconds, stirring constantly, Gradually add milk, stiring constantly; cook 2 minutes or until bubbly and slightly thick, stirring constantly.
  • Step 3
    Reduce heat to low. Gradually add cheese, stirring until cheese melts. Stir in salt and reserved 1/4 cup cooking liquid. Add ot pasta to pan; toss well to combine. Sprinkle with bacon, parsley and pepper.

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