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Creamy Pesto Alfredo

This Creamy Pesto Alfredo is an easy 20-minute meal made with pesto, Parmesan cheese, and butter.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 491kcal
Author Sandra

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces fettuccine
  • 1/4 cup salted butter
  • 1/4 cup all purpose flour
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 1 cup low-fat milk
  • 1 cup chicken stock
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 3/4 cup freshly grated Romano cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 4 tablespoons pesto add more to taste

Instructions

  • Cook pasta according to package directions.
  • Meanwhile, melt butter in a saute pan over medium-high heat. Add garlic and saute for 1 minute.
  • Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute while whisking constantly so it doesn't burn.
  • Slowly whisk in chicken broth and milk until it's combined and smooth. Simmer for 1-2 minutes or until the sauce starts to thicken.
  • Whisk in Parmesan and Romano cheese, salt, and pepper unntil all the cheese is melted and the sauce is well combined. Stir in pesto and combine.
  • Let the sauce simmer on low until the pasta is ready.
  • Drain pasta and toss in the sauce to coat. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 491kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 96mg | Sodium: 859mg | Potassium: 282mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 734IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 424mg | Iron: 2mg