This Alfredo dish is a light version of a creamy classic Italian-style dish! Add sautéed onions, garlic, and lightly cooked broccoli, and you have created a terrific dish! I sometimes substitute peas for broccoli.
Ingredients
- 1 onion , chopped
- 1 clove garlic , minced
- 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
- 2 cups skim milk
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons ground black pepper
- 0.5 cups grated Parmesan cheese
- 16 ounces dry fettuccine pasta
- 1 package frozen broccoli florets , 16 ounce
Instructions
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1
In a medium saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, and sauté until golden brown.
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2
In a small saucepan, stir together milk, chicken broth, flour, salt, and pepper over low heat until smooth and thick. Stir into onion mixture. Continue to cook over medium-low heat, frequently stirring, until sauce is thick. Stir in Parmesan cheese.
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3
Meanwhile, cook pasta in boiling water. Add broccoli to pasta for the last several minutes of cooking. Continue cooking until pasta is al dente.
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4
Drain pasta and vegetables, and transfer to a large bowl. Toss with sauce. Serve.
Nutrition Facts
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