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Ricotta Fettuccine Alfredo with Broccoli

Ricotta Fettuccine Alfredo with Broccoli

Cost $8, save $12

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  • 20 Min
  • 4 Servings
  • $8

INGREDIENTS

  • Pasta

    • 🍝 8 ounces fettuccini pasta

  • Vegetables

    • 🥦 2 cups fresh broccoli florets

  • Dairy

    • 🥛 2 cups skim milk
    • ⅔ cup part-skim ricotta cheese
    • 🧀 ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • Seasonings

    • 🧂 ¼ teaspoon salt
    • ¼ teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
    • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

  • Other

    • 🧈 2 tablespoons butter
    • 🌾 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

STEPS

1

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.

2

Place broccoli in a steamer over 1 inch boiling water; cover. Cook until tender but still firm, 2 to 6 minutes. Drain.

3

Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Gradually add milk, stirring with a whisk until blended. Cook, stirring constantly, until thick, about 15 minutes.

4

Stir in ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Cook until cheese melts, about 5 minutes. Stir in steamed broccoli and cooked pasta. Sprinkle with parsley.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

367

Calories

  • 17
    Protein
  • 53
    Carbs
  • 10
    Fats

💡 Use fresh broccoli for the best flavor and texture.You can add grilled chicken pieces to make this dish heartier.For a creamier sauce, slightly increase the ricotta cheese.To save time, cook pasta and steam broccoli concurrently.