Creamy Fettuccine Alfredo

I love me some Italian food, especially the creamy goodness that goes on Fettuccine. However, alfredo sauce is really bad for your health and waistline.  So I found this recipe and HAD to try it.  And it was absolutely fantastic.  Same texture and really good flavor of an alfredo dish at a restaurant. 


Nutritional Infomation:
Servings: 2
Calories per serving: 347
Fat: 11
Carbs: 46
Protein:  17
Fiber:  7


Ingredients:

• 4 oz. whole wheat fettucine
• 1 Tbsp whole wheat flour
• 1/2 cup skim or lowfat milk (I used unsweetened almond milk)
• 1/2 tsp. garlic powder or 1-2 cloves, pressed through garlic press
• pinch of salt and pepper to taste
• 3 wedges laughing cow cheese OR 1/3 cup light cream cheese
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Optional: sprinkle of fresh parsley to garnish on top
• Optional: grilled chicken breast

Method:

1.  In a large pot, bring water to a boil.  Add noodles and cook until just tender.  Drain well.

2.  Meanwhile, in a medium sized saucepan, combine the flour, milk, garlic, salt, and pepper together over high heat.  Bring to a boil, then turn the heat down to medium-high.

3.  Add the laughing cow cheese (or cream cheese) and Parmesan cheese to the saucepan.  Stir until the cheeses melt and are well combined into the sauce, then take off the heat.

4.  Taste sauce for seasoning, and add more salt of garlic if desired.

5.  Pour sauce over hot pasta and sprinkle on parsley for garnish.  Serve warm!!

My sauce was pretty thick so I had to add a little more milk to make it creamier.  I also cooked a small chicken breast to eat on top.  Delish :)