Lightened Up Spaghetti Alfredo with Broccoli Recipe

Name: Lightened Up Spaghetti Alfredo with Broccoli
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 pounds Whole Wheat Spaghetti Or Other Long Noodle; 1- 1/2 Tablespoon Butter; 2 cloves Garlic, Minced; 1 Shallot, Finely Chopped; 2 Tablespoons Flour; 1- 1/4 cup 1% Milk; 1/2 teaspoons Salt; 1/4 teaspoons Pepper; 1/4 teaspoons Nutmeg; 1 cup Parmesan Cheese, Freshly Grated; 1 ounce, weight Goat Cheese; 2 Tablespoons Low-fat Cream Cheese; 1 Crown Broccoli, Cut Into Florets; 2 Tablespoons Parsley, Chopped

Servings: persons

1/2 pounds Whole Wheat Spaghetti Or Other Long Noodle
1- 1/2 Tablespoon Butter
2 cloves Garlic, Minced
1 Shallot, Finely Chopped
2 Tablespoons Flour
1- 1/4 cup 1% Milk
1/2 teaspoons Salt
1/4 teaspoons Pepper
1/4 teaspoons Nutmeg
1 cup Parmesan Cheese, Freshly Grated
1 ounce, weight Goat Cheese
2 Tablespoons Low-fat Cream Cheese
1 Crown Broccoli, Cut Into Florets
2 Tablespoons Parsley, Chopped

1
Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add spaghetti.
2
Cook until 2 minutes before al dente.
3
While pasta is cooking, melt butter in a large skillet with raised sides over medium heat.
4
Add garlic and shallots once butter is melted and saute for 2-3 minutes until softened.
5
Add flour and whisk together.
6
Slowly add milk, whisking constantly.
7
Add salt, pepper and nutmeg and continue to whisk until thickened, about 2-3 minutes.
8
Once thickened, add cheeses and stir until melted and incorporated.
9
At this point, add broccoli to the pasta pot and cook for remaining 2 minutes.
10
Drain pasta and broccoli in a colander and pour into the skillet with the Alfredo sauce.
11
Toss to fully coat pasta with sauce and garnish with parsley.

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 pounds Whole Wheat Spaghetti Or Other Long Noodle, 1- 1/2 Tablespoon Butter, 2 cloves Garlic, Minced, 1 Shallot, Finely Chopped, and more.

Yes, Lightened Up Spaghetti Alfredo with Broccoli 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.

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Lightened Up Spaghetti Alfredo with Broccoli

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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