Fettuccine Alfredo Light Recipe

Name: Fettuccine Alfredo Light
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (12 oz.) box spinach; fettuccine; 1 3/4 cups 2% milk; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour; 1/2 tablespoon unsalted butter; 1 small onion, finely chopped; 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 1/2 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese, plus additional for serving; 3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley

Servings: persons

1 (12 oz.) box spinach
fettuccine
1 3/4 cups 2% milk
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/2 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 small onion, finely chopped
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese, plus additional for serving
3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley

1
Boil a large pot of salted water. Add pasta and cook according to package directions, stirring occasionally, until al dente.
2
While pasta cooks, make the sauce: In a bowl, stir together milk, cornstarch and flour. Melt butter in a large, nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook, stirring, until softened and golden, about 6 minutes. Stir milk mixture again, then add to onion in pan. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring, until sauce is thick and creamy, about 4 minutes.
3
Drain pasta and add to sauce, tossing well. Sprinkle with cheese and toss again. Divide among 4 plates, sprinkle with parsley and more cheese, then serve warm.

176

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (12 oz.) box spinach, fettuccine, 1 3/4 cups 2% milk, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, and more.

Yes, Fettuccine Alfredo Light 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.

Fettuccine Alfredo Light

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