Carnation Lean Fettuccine Alfredo Recipe

Name: Carnation Lean Fettuccine Alfredo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 ounces fettuccine; 1 teaspoon olive oil; 1 clove garlic, minced; 2 cups milk; ¾ cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated; 4 teaspoons fresh dill, chopped; 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped; 1 pinch nutmeg; 1 pinch salt; 1 pinch pepper; 6 ounces asparagus, blanched (175g); ⅔ cup smoked salmon, slivered; 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Servings: persons

12 ounces fettuccine
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
2 cups milk
¾ cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated
4 teaspoons fresh dill, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
1 pinch nutmeg
1 pinch salt
1 pinch pepper
6 ounces asparagus, blanched (175g)
⅔ cup smoked salmon, slivered
1 tablespoon lemon juice

1
In a large pot of boiling water, cook the fettuccine for 8-10 minutes until tender but firm.
2
Drain.
3
In a non-stick skillet, heat oil and cook garlic for 30 seconds.
4
Add to drained pasta along with milk and cheese.
5
Cook over medium heat, stirring gently for four to five minutes, until sauce is thickened.
6
Remove from heat and let stand two to three minutes to thicken more.
7
Stir in dill and chives and season with salt and pepper.
8
Stir in blanched asparagus, salmon and lemon juice.
9
Garnish each serving with more freshly grated Parmesan, if desired.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 ounces fettuccine, 1 teaspoon olive oil, 1 clove garlic, minced, 2 cups milk, and more.

Yes, Carnation Lean Fettuccine Alfredo falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Carnation Lean Fettuccine Alfredo

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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