fettuccine afredo - healthy style
I "pinched" this recipe from www.eatingwell.com. I was not sure if it would satisfy my cravings for Fettuccine Alfredo, but it truly did! I loved it and my very picky boyfriend liked it too. This recipe only makes two servings, so you would need to multiply for more. Also, there are a mere 10 Weight Watchers Points Plus points in one serving. I served roasted chicken breasts with this.
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prep time
30 Min
cook time
5 Min
method
Stove Top
yield
2 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup low sodium chicken broth
- 4 large cloves garlic, minced
- 4 ounces whole-wheat fettuccine
- 1 small zucchini, cut into matchsticks
- 2 teaspoons corn starch, mixed with 1 tablespoon water
- 2 tablespoons low fat sour cream
- 1 pinch freshly grated nutmeg
- 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 3/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese, divided
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
How To Make fettuccine afredo - healthy style
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Step 1Bring a large saucepan of water to a boil. Combine broth and garlic in a small saucepan; bring to a boil over high heat. Cover, reduce heat to a simmer and cook until the garlic cloves are soft, about 10 minutes.
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Step 2After the garlic has simmered about 5 minutes, cook fettuccine in the boiling water, stirring often, for 8 minutes. Drop in zucchini and cook until fettuccine is just tender, about 1 minute more.
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Step 3Meanwhile, transfer the garlic and broth to a blender. Process until the mixture is smooth, about 1 minute. Return the mixture to the pot and bring to a simmer over medium-high heat. Add cornstarch mixture; whisk it until slightly thickened, about 15 seconds. Remove from the heat and whisk in sour cream, nutmeg and pepper. Return the pot to a very low heat to keep the sauce warm (Do not boil).
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Step 4Drain the pasta and place in a large bowl. Add the sauce and 1/2 cup Parmesan; toss to coat well. Sprinkle with parsley and serve immediately, passing the remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan separately.
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Culture:
Italian
Category:
Pasta Sides
Tag:
#Healthy
Keyword:
#Comfort-foods
Keyword:
#healthy
Ingredient:
Pasta
Method:
Stove Top
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