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Alfredo Pasta

Originally published at Delish

Skinny Alfredo

Ingredients

  • 12 oz. whole-wheat linguine
  • 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 3/4 cup 1% milk
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan
  • 2 tbsp plain Greek yogurt (optional)
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • Pinch crushed red pepper flakes
  • Freshly chopped parsley, for serving

Directions

  1. In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook linguine according to package directions until al dente.
  2. Set aside ½ cup of pasta water, then drain pasta and set aside.
  3. In a large skillet over medium heat, heat oil.
  4. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, 1 minute.
  5. Sprinkle flour over evenly, then stir and cook until mixture is lightly golden.
  6. Very gradually add broth in while whisking, 2 tablespoons at a time, waiting for mixture to become completely smooth before adding more broth.
  7. Bring mixture to a boil, then gradually stream in milk while whisking.
  8. Bring to a simmer and cook until sauce is thickened, 2 to 3 minutes.
  9. Remove from heat and add Parmesan and yogurt, if using.
  10. Season with salt, pepper, and a pinch of red pepper flakes.
  11. Add pasta and a 1/4 cup reserved pasta water to sauce and toss to combine.
  12. If sauce is too thick add more pasta water, a tablespoon at a time, until desired consistency.
  13. Garnish with parsley before serving.
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