Low Fat Fettuccine Alfredo
Low Fat Fettuccine Alfredo tastes every bit as good as the traditional pasta, but is much better for you! Everything you love in a lightened up Alfredo sauce with grilled chicken.
Ingredients
- 1 pkg. 12 oz. whole wheat fettuccine noodles, cooked
- 1 pkg. 8 oz. non-fat or low-fat cream cheese, softened
- 1 1/2 to 2 c. low-fat milk
- 1 T. butter softened
- 1 tsp. minced garlic
- 1/4 tsp. nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp. onion salt
- 1/2 tsp. pepper
- 1/8 tsp. red pepper flakes optional
- 2/3 c. parmesan cheese fresh grated is best!
additional toppings:
- fresh grated parmesan cheese
- sliced grilled chicken
- broccoli
- artichoke hearts
- tomatoes
- anything else you like with your pasta!
Instructions
- Cook fettuccine noodles according to package directions.
- In blender, combine cream cheese, milk, butter and spices. Blend together well then pour into saucepan.
- Stir over medium heat until warm and thickened. Add parmesan cheese and continue to stir until melted.
- Spoon over warm fettuccine noodles. Add additional toppings if desired.