Healthy Fettuccine Recipe

Name: Healthy Fettuccine
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 lb whole wheat fettuccine; 2 teaspoons butter; 2 teaspoons olive oil; 1 lb asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces; ½ teaspoon table salt; ¼ teaspoon black pepper; 1 egg; 1 cup fat-free half-and-half; 1 teaspoon cornstarch, mixed with 1 tablespoon water; ¼ cup parsley, fresh, chopped; 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese; 1 tablespoon lemon zest; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Servings: persons

12 lb whole wheat fettuccine
2 teaspoons butter
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 lb asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces
½ teaspoon table salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1 egg
1 cup fat-free half-and-half
1 teaspoon cornstarch, mixed with 1 tablespoon water
¼ cup parsley, fresh, chopped
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon lemon zest
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

1
Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and keep hot.
2
Meanwhile, place butter and oil in a large skillet; melt over medium heat.
3
Add asparagus, sprinkle with salt and pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until asparagus begins to brown, about 6 minutes; remove from skillet and set aside.
4
In a small bowl, whisk together egg and half and half; add to skillet used to cook asparagus.
5
Place skillet over medium heat; add cornstarch mixture and cook, stirring constantly, until thickened.
6
Remove skillet from heat.
7
Add pasta, asparagus and remaining ingredients to skillet; stir to combine and serve immediately.
8
Yields about 1 1/2 cups per serving.

144

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 lb whole wheat fettuccine, 2 teaspoons butter, 2 teaspoons olive oil, 1 lb asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces, and more.

Yes, Healthy Fettuccine 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.

Healthy Fettuccine

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