Fettuccine Alfredo with Bacon Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 (9-ounce) package refrigerated fresh fettuccine
- 2 slices applewood-smoked bacon, chopped
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 cup 1% low-fat milk
- 2/3 cup (about 2 1/2 ounces) grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Directions
- Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat. Drain in a colander over a bowl, reserving 1/4 cup cooking liquid.
- While pasta cooks, cook bacon in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat 4 minutes or until crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove bacon from pan, reserving drippings. Add garlic to drippings in pan; sauté 1 minute, stirring constantly. Sprinkle flour over garlic; cook 30 seconds, stirring constantly. Gradually add milk, stirring constantly; cook 2 minutes or until bubbly and slightly thick, stirring constantly. Reduce heat to low. Gradually add cheese, stirring until cheese melts. Stir in salt and reserved 1/4 cup cooking liquid. Add hot pasta to pan; toss well to combine. Sprinkle with bacon, parsley, and pepper.
- Note:
- When you're short on time and the ingredient list is short, make every ingredient the freshest and best you can find. A real wood-smoked bacon imparts lots of flavor: Applewood is mild and slightly sweet, while hardwood, such as hickory, is more assertive.
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 130g | |
| Recipe makes 4 servings | |
| Calories 283 | |
| Calories from Fat 26 | 9% |
| Total Fat 2.99g | 4% |
| Saturated Fat 1.33g | 5% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 6mg | 2% |
| Sodium 320mg | 13% |
| Potassium 247mg | 7% |
| Total Carbs 52.36g | 14% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.2g | 7% |
| Sugars 4.94g | 3% |
| Protein 10.6g | 17% |
