Light but Creamy Fettuccine With Shrimp & Vegetables

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This recipe is a healthier version of fettuccine Alfredo, with low-fat milk replacing heavy cream, and plenty of vegetables and protein from the shrimp.

The flavor is rich and creamy, but it won’t leave you feeling weighed down or guilty.

It’s also a great way to use up any extra veggies you have in the fridge.

CONS

This recipe calls for a few different ingredients, which may require a trip to the grocery store if you don’t have them on hand.

Also, some people may find that the low-fat milk doesn’t provide the same level of creaminess as heavy cream, although the parmesan cheese helps to compensate for this.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe is a great source of protein from the shrimp, as well as vitamins and fiber from the vegetables.
The low-fat milk and reduced amount of cheese help to keep the overall calorie and fat content lower than traditional fettuccine Alfredo.

	1 lb uncooked fettuccine
	1 -2 slice bacon
	1 lb medium shrimp , peeled and deveined
	1 garlic clove , minced
	1 red bell pepper , cleaned & cut into 1/2-inch strips
	1 1/2 cups frozen peas , thawed
	1 cup carrot , shredded ( optional )
	2 cups low-fat milk
	2 tablespoons flour
	salt & freshly ground black pepper
	1 cup parmesan cheese , grated
	1/2 cup fresh parsley , chopped and divided

1.	Cook fettuccine in salted boiling water according to package instructions.
2.	Cook bacon over medium heat in a large skillet until crispy. Remove bacon, crumble, and set aside.
3.	In the same skillet, cook shrimp and garlic over medium heat until the shrimp turn pink. Remove the shrimp mixture and set aside.
4.	In the same skillet, cook the red bell pepper, peas, and carrot over medium heat for 5 minutes or until tender.
5.	In a small mixing bowl, whisk together flour and milk until combined. Pour the mixture into the skillet and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes or until the sauce thickens.
6.	Stir in parmesan cheese, half of the crumbled bacon, half of the parsley, salt, and pepper.
7.	Add cooked fettuccine, shrimp mixture, and sauce to the skillet. Toss everything together until all the ingredients are well combined.
8.	Garnish with the remaining bacon and parsley. Serve hot.

Light but Creamy Fettuccine With Shrimp & Vegetables

Try this Light but Creamy Fettuccine With Shrimp & Vegetables Recipe for a Healthy and Tasty Dinner

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