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Fettuccine Alfredo
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I once ate true Fettuccine Alfredo at Ristorante D’Alfredo in Rome, where a giant picture of its namesake owner hangs on the wall. The big flavors of the dish were brought to bear by combining outsized amounts of butter and Parmigiano-Reggiano. It was that simple: butter and cheese. Not so simple, though, if you’re watching your waistline. This version eliminates the cream that many American versions call for but retains a little bit of the butter for flavor. The velvety smooth texture is re-created with yogurt and thickened chicken broth. It may not be as authentic as the original, invented by Alfredo di Lelio, but it’s a very tasty version we can all live with (for a very long time).
Yield :
Serves 4
Ingredients
- 8 ounces whole-wheat fettuccine
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- Pinch of ground nutmeg
- ¾ cup low-fat, low-sodium chicken broth
- ¾ cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
- ¾ cup 5% Greek yogurt
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Directions
1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine and cook according to the package directions, 9 to 11 minutes; drain.
2. While the pasta is cooking, melt the butter in a large nonstick saute pan over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook until it is fragrant, about 2 minutes.
3. Meanwhile, combine the cornstarch and nutmeg in a small bowl. Whisk in the chicken broth until smooth. Pour the mixture into the saute pan, raise the heat, and bring the sauce to a simmer, whisking occasionally. Whisk in ½ cup of the cheese until it has melted. Remove the saute pan from the heat and whisk in the yogurt until the sauce is smooth.
4. In a large bowl, toss the cooked fettuccine with the Alfredo sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste, if desired. Top the pasta with the remaining ¼ cup cheese, and serve.
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Nutritional Information
Nutritional information is provided by the author.
Fat 10.4g
Calories 336
Protein 18g
Carbohydrates 47g
Cholesterol 27mg
Fiber 5g
Sodium 745mg
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jcdnsd
01.25.13 Flag commentI've made this 2x now -- yummy! The Greek yogurt is a fantastic, tasty ingredient that gives the pasta a fresh, lemony flavor. Glad I gave this a try and I will make it again. Thanks, Rocco!