Alfredo is one of our favorites, but it's not usually very diet friendly. This recipe however is delicious and skinny to boot!
Pasta Alfredo
18 oz whole wheat pasta, I used Ronzoni Smart Taste Penne
1 c fat free half and half
1 c skim milk
8 oz fat free cream cheese
2 T margarine
8 T grated parmesan
1 tsp garlic
Cook pasta according to package directions. Heat the rest of the ingredients over low-medium heat until all is melted. Stir with whisk until well blended and thickened. Stir often so it won't scorch. I was afraid it wouldn't thicken, but it did after sitting a bit. Pour over noodles and mix well.
Serving size is 1/2 cup noodles with sauce, so this makes 16 servings. If I didn't have such hungry boys in my family, I would prepare much less.
152 calories
2.8 g fat
27 g carb
3.4 g fiber
7.3 g protein
Weight Watchers points plus 4
I counted this as a smart carb plus one extra. Serve with 4 oz. grilled chicken and veggies of your choice for a complete dinner.
I like the Smart Taste pasta because it doesn't taste like whole wheat but most of the benefits, plus it's not an unappetizing brown. This really didn't taste like a low fat dinner, it was delicious!
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