Description
Fettuccine Alfredo with Mushrooms is a delightful and satisfying pasta dish that effortlessly combines ease of preparation with gourmet appeal, making it an excellent choice for a family dinner. This dish is straightforward even for novice cooks, as it involves simple steps like sautéing mushrooms, preparing a creamy sauce, and tossing everything together with perfectly cooked fettuccine.
Ingredients
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- Fettuccine Pasta:
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- 12 ounces of whole wheat fettuccine
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- Fettuccine Pasta:
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- Olive Oil:
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- 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil
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- Olive Oil:
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- Mushrooms:
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- 10 ounces of cremini or button mushrooms, sliced
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- Mushrooms:
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- Garlic:
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- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
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- Garlic:
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- Almond Milk or Low-fat Milk:
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- 1 cup (unsweetened if using almond milk)
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- Almond Milk or Low-fat Milk:
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- Greek Yogurt:
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- 1 cup of plain Greek yogurt (provides creaminess and protein)
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- Greek Yogurt:
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- Parmesan Cheese:
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- 1 cup of freshly grated Parmesan cheese
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- Parmesan Cheese:
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- Spinach (optional):
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- 2 cups of fresh baby spinach
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- Spinach (optional):
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- Parsley:
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- 2 tablespoons of fresh parsley, chopped
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- Parsley:
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- Salt and Pepper:
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- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
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- Salt and Pepper:
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- Lemon Zest:
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- Zest of one lemon for a fresh flavor twist
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- Lemon Zest:
Instructions
ooking Instructions:
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- Cook the Pasta:
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- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
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- Add the whole wheat fettuccine and cook according to the package instructions until al dente (typically about 8-10 minutes).
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- Once cooked, drain the pasta and set aside.
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- Cook the Pasta:
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- Prepare the Mushrooms:
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- While the pasta cooks, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
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- Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet and sauté for about 5-7 minutes, or until they become golden brown and tender.
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- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, being careful not to let the garlic burn.
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- Prepare the Mushrooms:
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- Make the Sauce:
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- Reduce the heat to low and pour in 1 cup of almond milk or low-fat milk. Stir gently to warm the milk.
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- Add 1 cup of plain Greek yogurt to the skillet. Stir continuously until the yogurt is well incorporated and the mixture begins to take on a creamy texture.
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- Gradually sprinkle in the grated Parmesan cheese, stirring constantly, until the cheese is completely melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy.
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- Make the Sauce:
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- Combine Pasta and Sauce:
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- Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet with the mushroom sauce.
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- If using spinach, toss in 2 cups of fresh baby spinach. Stir to combine everything thoroughly. The spinach should wilt slightly from the heat of the pasta and sauce.
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- Combine Pasta and Sauce:
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- Season the Dish:
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- Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
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- Add the zest of one lemon for a refreshing flavor boost. Stir well to distribute the seasoning evenly.
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- Season the Dish:
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- Garnish and Serve:
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- Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the pasta dish.
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- Serve immediately, and enjoy your healthy and delicious Fettuccine Alfredo with Mushrooms!
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- Garnish and Serve:
These steps will guide you through preparing a healthier version of Fettu
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes