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Pumpkin Fettucini Alfredo

This Pumpkin Fettucini Alfredo recipe has 60% fewer calories than traditional Alfredo sauce- it's healthy, creamy, and delicious! It's a great way to sneak veggies into a main course, especially in the fall season.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 315 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. fettucini
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2.5 cups whole milk
  • 15 oz. canned pumpkin puree or about 1.5 cups
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • kosher salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
  • parmesan cheese, parsley, and freshly ground black pepper for serving (optional)

Instructions

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  1. Cook pasta according to directions in heavily salted water.
  2. Meanwhile, melt butter (2 tablespoons) in large skillet or saucepan over medium high heat.
  3. Add the flour (2 tablespoons); use a whisk to stir together to form a roux.
  4. Add the milk (2.5 cups), whisking in as you pour.
  5. Add the canned pumpkin puree (15 oz.), onion powder (1/2 teaspoon), and salt and pepper to taste. Whisk until smooth and well incorporated and continue heating until just starting to bubble. Turn off heat.
  6. Add the cooked fettucini to the sauce and mix to coat.
  7. Top with parmesan cheese, parsley, and freshly ground pepper, if desired.

Notes

  • You can make this sauce in advance and refrigerate it for up to a week or freeze it in an airtight container for up to 6 months. It's a great thing to keep in your freezer for a quick and easy weeknight meal!
  • For an even lighter version, substitute 1.5 cups of the milk with chicken or vegetable broth.
  • The provided nutrition information does not include any added sodium from seasoning to taste, any optional ingredients, and it does not take brands into account. Feel free to calculate it yourself using this calculator or by adding the recipe to Yummly.

Nutrition Information

Calories 315kcal (16%) Carbohydrates 50g (17%) Protein 11g (22%) Fat 8g (12%) Saturated Fat 4g (20%) Cholesterol 63mg (21%) Sodium 72mg (3%) Potassium 348mg (10%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 7g (14%) Vitamin A 8519IU (170%) Vitamin C 2mg (2%) Calcium 120mg (12%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 315

% Daily Value*

Calories 315kcal 16%
Carbohydrates 50g 17%
Protein 11g 22%
Fat 8g 12%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Cholesterol 63mg 21%
Sodium 72mg 3%
Potassium 348mg 7%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 7g 14%
Vitamin A 8519IU 170%
Vitamin C 2mg 2%
Calcium 120mg 12%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.