It’s back to work and back to school!   If you are a pasta lover here’s a great recipe for a lighter version of Fettuccine Alfredo that the whole family will love!

• 1 teaspoon unsalted butter
• 2 teaspoons flour
• 3/4 cup  milk
• 1/4 cup half and half
• 1 garlic clove, peeled and lightly crushed
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1 pinch nutmeg
• 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 9 ounces fettuccine pasta (fresh is best)

Directions:

Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat. Meantime in a large saucepan heat butter over medium heat until it bubbles. Add flour and whisk until mixture is smooth and golden (about 1-2 minutes).  Whisk in milk, half and half, garlic, 1/2 tsp salt, pepper and nutmeg.  Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until sauce is slightly thickened, 1 to 2 minutes. Discard garlic, stir in Parmesan and remove from heat. Stir pasta and remaining salt into the boiling water and cook, stirring constantly, until al dente, about 2 to 3 minutes.  Return sauce to low heat, add 1/3 cup pasta water and the cooked pasta. Toss until evenly coated. Cook until sauce has thickened slightly, about 1 minute. Add more water as needed to thin sauce to desired consistency and adjust seasonings. Serve immediately….

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