Skinny Fettuccini Garlic Alfredo

Ingredients

• 12 ounce swhole wheat fettuccini pasta
• 2 tablespoon sunsalted butter
• 2 minced garlic clove s
• 2 tablespoon sall-purpose flour
• 2 cup s1% milk
• 2 ounce sreduced-fat cream cheese
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
• chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

1. In a large pot cook the 12 ounces whole wheat fettuccini pasta according to package directions. Drain well and set aside.
2. In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the 2 tablespoons unsalted butter .
3. Add the 2 minced garlic cloves and saute for a minute until fragrant.
4. Add the 2 tablespoons all purpose flour and whisk until it starts to brown.
5. Slowly whisk in the 2 cups 1% milk , then add the 2 ounces reduced fat cream cheese , 1 teaspoon garlic powder , 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning , ¼ teaspoon salt , and ¼ teaspoon pepper .
6. Continue to whisk until the cream cheese has melted and the sauce thickens. Add in the ¾ cup grated parmesan cheese and continue to cook for a few minutes.
7. Stir in the cooked pasta and toss to combine. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley for garnish if desired.