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Fresh Asparagus Fettuccine Parmesan Recipe
Recipe Ingredients:
8 oz uncooked fettuccine 1 lb fresh asparagus = (or 1 [10-oz] package frozen cut asparagus) 3 oz Neufchâtel cheese, softened 1/2 cup fat-free (skim) milk, plus 2 tbsp fat-free (skim) milk 1 tbsp lemon juice 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided 1/4 tsp salt Freshly-ground black pepper, to taste
Recipe Instructions:
Cook noodles according to package directions, omitting salt. Drain; set aside.
Meanwhile, bring 1/2 cup water to a boil over high heat in large nonstick skillet. Add asparagus. Return to a boil. Reduce heat to low; simmer, covered, 4 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain. Rinse under cold water; drain.
Place Neufchâtel cheese, milk and lemon juice in food processor or blender; process until smooth.
Combine pasta, asparagus and cream cheese mixture; return to skillet. Add 3 tablespoons Parmesan cheese and salt; blend. Place in serving dishes; sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese and pepper.
This recipe yields 4 servings.
Exchanges Per Serving: 2 Starch, 2 Vegetable, 1 1/2 Fat.
Nutrition Facts: Calories 287; Calories from Fat 26%; Total Fat 9g; Saturated Fat 4g; Protein 16g; Carbohydrates 40g; Cholesterol 76mg; Sodium 421mg; Dietary Fiber 1g.
Comments: Perk up the traditional fettuccine alfredo with the delicate flavor of fresh asparagus and a splash of lemon. No one will ever guess this sensational dish is low-fat!
Source: "Diabetic Cooking at http://www.diabeticcooking.com" S(Formatted for MC6): "08-09-2002 by Joe Comiskey - jcomiskey@krypto.net" Copyright: "© Publications International Ltd, 2002"
Servings: 4
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