Smarter Fettuccine Alfredo

photo by:kraft

Maybe you think Alfredo is too rich, or too complicated, for a weeknight. Think again. Our version is simple and so full of flavor, only you will know it's a smarter choice.

time

prep:

20 min

total:

20 min

servings

total:

4 servings, 1 cup each

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What You Need

1/2

lb. fettuccine, uncooked

1-1/4

cups fat-free reduced-sodium chicken broth

tsp. flour

1/3

cup PHILADELPHIA 1/3 Less Fat than Cream Cheese

Tbsp. KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese, divided

1/4

tsp. ground nutmeg

1/8

tsp. pepper

Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley

Make It

COOK pasta as directed on package, omitting salt.

MEANWHILE, mix broth and flour in medium saucepan with whisk until blended. Add reduced-fat cream cheese, 2 Tbsp. Parmesan, nutmeg and pepper; cook 2 min. or until mixture comes to boil and thickens, stirring constantly.

DRAIN pasta; return to pan. Add sauce; toss to coat. Sprinkle with remaining Parmesan and parsley.

Kraft Kitchens Tips

Substitute

Prepare using whole wheat fettuccine.

Special Extra

Garlic lovers can add 1/8 tsp. garlic powder.

Makeover - How We Did It

We replaced the butter and milk used in the traditional recipe with chicken broth, flour and PHILADELPHIA 1/3 Less Fat than Cream Cheese. In addition, we decreased the amount of Parmesan cheese. These changes will save you 310 calories and 21g of fat per serving when compared to that of the traditional recipe.

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Shanette1

posted:4/24/2006

this is a great recipe to use when dieting. i made this for my family and they didn't even notice that is was lower in fat. i added mushrooms to it and a little ham for a meal taste. i will make it for years to come.

mamamerg

posted:4/20/2006

This was a great dish!! I might add broccoli and chicken next time to make it more of a meal...otherwise, great as it is!

kennauy

posted:4/19/2006

This recipe was excellent! I steamed some broccoli florets in the left-over chicken broth and added them to the sauce, as well as some fresh ground pepper and it was wonderful! A great light alternative to a tradionally heavy dish!

a cook

posted:4/13/2006

This recipe was easy to make but it was a little bland. I just added salt and pepper to it and it was ok but I think I will try some italian seasoning in it next time to try to kick the tasteup a little.

a cook

posted:4/12/2006

A healthy alternative to regular fettacini.

a cook

posted:4/12/2006

This recipe was very easy, and fast. My family really enjoyed the meal. I will definatly make it again and pass the recipe on to my friends and family.

MaryKate1975

posted:4/11/2006

My husband LOVED it! I used low-fat cream cheese since I didnt' have the spread but it was so rich and delicious anyway! great recipe!

jessajolamb

posted:4/11/2006

Great alternaive to the high fat version. Alfredo is my favorite and due to medical problems, it makes me sick due to the high quality of fat. This recipe tastes great and makes me feel like I can enjoy my old favorite again!

kylaanderson

posted:4/11/2006

I loved this recipe!! I couldn't believe that it was low-fat! I added the garlic and substituted penne pasta for the fetticine.

melissa1712

posted:4/8/2006

PLEASE help. I made this tonight and actually served it along side chicken and french bread. To my surprise it was super bland! I followed the recipe to the "T". It did not have the taste of Alfredo sauce at all. I am willing to try this one again if someone can advise me on what I could do different to make it better. It WAS a beautiful meal to serve, but had not bite. Melissa