Lightened-Up Fettuccine Alfredo
Lightened-Up Fettuccine Alfredo delivers a creamy, velvety sauce made with skim milk and broth, balanced by nutty Parmesan and a hint of garlic. Tender fettuccine twirls with bright broccoli for a satisfying bowl that feels comforting yet not too heavy. Ideal for a weeknight dinner or a cozy get-together when you want classic flavor with a lighter touch.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and the garlic, and cook until golden brown.
- 2
In a small saucepan, combine the milk, chicken broth, flour, salt, and pepper over low heat, stirring until smooth and thick. Stir this into the onion mixture.
- 3
Continue cooking over medium-low heat, stirring often, until the sauce is thick. Stir in the Parmesan cheese.
- 4
Meanwhile, cook the pasta in boiling water. Add the broccoli to the pasta for the last several minutes of cooking. Continue cooking until the pasta is slightly firm.
- 5
Drain the pasta and vegetables, and move them to a large bowl. Toss with the sauce. Serve.
- Calories 295.62 kcal Moderate
- Protein 14.0 g Good Source
- Carbs 52.32 g Moderate
- Total Fat 4.15 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 1.37 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 9.01 mg Low Source
- Sodium 243.46 mg Moderate
- Fiber 4.36 g Moderate
- Sugar 4.82 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 170.33 mg Moderate
- Iron 2.55 mg Moderate
- Potassium 339.48 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 60.57 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 0.49 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.28 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Corn 🌽
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅