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Must-Try Skinny One-Pot Alfredo: 1 Amazing Secret

Skinny One-Pot Alfredo (Comfort Food Without the Guilt)
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Enjoy a rich and comforting Alfredo sauce without the heaviness. This Skinny One-Pot Alfredo recipe delivers all the flavor with fewer calories, making your weeknight dinner easy and guilt-free. You only need one pot for cleanup!

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound pasta (fettuccine or linguine recommended)
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 cup low-fat milk
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Place the pasta, broth, milk, and minced garlic into a large pot or Dutch oven.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally to prevent the pasta from sticking.
  3. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium and simmer, stirring frequently, until the pasta is cooked al dente and most of the liquid has reduced (about 10-12 minutes).
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and 2 tablespoons of cold water until smooth to create a slurry.
  5. Pour the cornstarch slurry into the simmering sauce and stir constantly until the sauce thickens slightly.
  6. Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the butter and Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to your preference.
  8. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan cheese.

Notes

  • Using a cornstarch slurry is key for thickening the sauce without heavy cream.
  • Stir constantly when adding the cheese to prevent clumping.
  • This recipe works best with low-sodium broth so you can control the final salt level.

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