Skinny Alfredo Sauce

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 11
Skinny Alfredo Sauce
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Prep

5 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

15 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 tablespoon grapeseed oil
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup fat-free milk
2/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
150
Sugar
2g
Fat
7g
Alfredo sauce is a classic Italian sauce typically made with butter, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese. This skinny version still uses Parmesan cheese but substitutes heavy cream with fat-free milk to reduce the calorie and fat content. It is a delicious and easy-to-make sauce that can be used as a topping for pasta or vegetables.

Instructions

1.Heat the grapeseed oil in a saucepan over medium heat.
2.Add the garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
3.Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute.
4.Gradually whisk in the chicken broth, followed by the milk, until the sauce is smooth.
5.Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes until it thickens.
6.Remove the sauce from the heat and stir in the Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper until fully melted and incorporated.

PROS

This skinny Alfredo sauce is a healthier version of the classic recipe, with lower calories and fat.

It still has a creamy and rich taste thanks to the Parmesan cheese.

It can be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

CONS

This sauce is still high in sodium due to the chicken broth and Parmesan cheese.

It can be prone to clumping if not stirred continuously while cooking.

It may not have the exact same taste and texture as traditional Alfredo sauce.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This skinny Alfredo sauce is a healthier option for those looking to watch their calorie intake and fat intake.
The Parmesan cheese used in this recipe is a good source of protein and calcium, but should still be enjoyed in moderation due to its high sodium content.
This sauce can be part of a balanced diet when consumed in moderation as a topping for pasta or vegetables.

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