Healthy Alfredo Sauce Recipes

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HEALTHY ALFREDO SAUCE



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This Healthy Alfredo Sauce is creamy, delicious, and full of flavor without all the extra fat and calories! Made with almond milk, this Alfredo Recipe is the perfect way to enjoy your favorite pasta dinner on the 21 Day Fix.

Provided by Nancylynn

Categories     Sauce

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 11

4-5 cloves of garlic, minced
1/2 tsp of olive oil or olive oil spray
4 tsp butter, vegan butter, or ghee
4 tsp gluten free or whole wheat flour
1 3/4 cup original unsweetened almond or cashew milk
1/4 cup freshly shredded white cheddar cheese, packed in tight
1/3 cup freshly shredded Parmesan Reggiano cheese, packed in tight
2 T Pecorino Romano cheese (or just sub extra Parmesan cheese)
Fresh ground pepper
1/4 tsp salt + more to taste
a dash of nutmeg and fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat a ceramic or stainless steel pan over medium low heat. Add in olive oil and garlic. Stir until fragrant, then add in butter.
  • Slowly whisk in flour until well combined with the butter and garlic.
  • While whisking, slowly add in 1 ½ cups of almond milk. Increase heat to medium and allow milk and flour to thicken for several minutes.
  • Once your roux is thickened, reduce heat to low and add in all the cheese, stirring well until the sauce is creamy.
  • If your sauce is too thick, stir in the additional milk. Remove from heat.
  • Add in ¼ tsp of salt (or to taste) and a sprinkle of pepper. Serve with noodles, veggies, and or your favorite protein and top with extra parmesan and garnish with fresh parsley and a pinch of nutmeg.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize about 1/3 cup, Calories 144 calories, Sugar 0.2 g, Sodium 420.3 mg, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, TransFat 0.1 g, Carbohydrate 5.3 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 6.1 g, Cholesterol 25 mg

ALFREDO SAUCE



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Rich and creamy! I have found that Parmesan cheese doesn't melt well, and often substitute Gruyere cheese.

Provided by Rebecca Swift

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Pasta Sauce Recipes     Creamy     Alfredo Pasta Sauce Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

¼ cup butter
1 cup heavy cream
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 ½ cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium low heat. Add cream and simmer for 5 minutes, then add garlic and cheese and whisk quickly, heating through. Stir in parsley and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 438.8 calories, Carbohydrate 3.4 g, Cholesterol 138.4 mg, Fat 42.1 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 13 g, SaturatedFat 26.2 g, Sodium 565.3 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

HOMEMADE ALFREDO SAUCE



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When I found out I had celiac disease and couldn't have fettuccine Alfredo, I was determined to figure out a way to re-create it. I mix this homemade alfredo sauce with gluten-free multigrain pasta, but you can use any style of pasta. -Jackie Charlesworth Stiff, Frederick, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup finely chopped shallots
5 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1-1/4 cups shredded Asiago cheese
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
3/4 cup grated Romano cheese
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 package (12 ounces) uncooked gluten-free pasta

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, heat butter over medium heat. Add shallots; cook and stir until tender, 2-3 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add cream; cook and stir until heated through. Stir in Asiago, 1/2 cup Parmesan, Romano cheese, salt and pepper; bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until thickened, about 10 minutes, whisking occasionally., Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions. Drain, reserving 1 cup pasta water; place pasta in a large bowl. Add sauce; toss to coat. Thin as desired with reserved pasta water. Serve with the remaining 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 740 calories, Fat 51g fat (31g saturated fat), Cholesterol 141mg cholesterol, Sodium 692mg sodium, Carbohydrate 52g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

HEALTHIER QUICK AND EASY ALFREDO SAUCE



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This alfredo is great just a little lighter than before. Not as rich but still so tasty. Great when served with whole wheat noodles.

Provided by MakeItHealthy

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Pasta Sauce Recipes     Creamy     Alfredo Pasta Sauce Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

¼ cup butter
1 (8 ounce) package fat-free cream cheese
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 cups non-fat milk
6 ounces grated Parmesan cheese
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a non-stick saucepan over medium heat; melt cream cheese and garlic powder in butter, whisking Pour in milk, a little at a time, whisking to smooth out lumps. Stir in Parmesan cheese and pepper until smooth.
  • Remove from heat when sauce reaches a creamy and thick consistency, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 385.2 calories, Carbohydrate 12.1 g, Cholesterol 74.9 mg, Fat 24.5 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 28.9 g, SaturatedFat 15.2 g, Sodium 1089 mg, Sugar 7 g

HEALTHY ALFREDO SAUCE RECIPE



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A healthy alfredo sauce recipe is possible with just a fraction of the calories. Let's ditch the high fat version loaded with fat and carbs. This Cauliflower Alfredo is absolutely rich and bursting with flavor, gluten-free, and a healthier recipe of a classic comfort food dish.

Provided by Lisa Hatfield

Categories     Dinner & Main Dishes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 12

7 cups vegetable stock ((swap in chicken stock bone broth))
1 medium cauliflower ((6 cups) cut into pieces)
2 tablespoons butter ((swap in olive oil))
1 large shallot finely minced
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg freshly grated
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon kosher sea salt
1 teaspoon fresh cracked pepper
1/2 cup unsweetened plant-based milk ((swap in skim milk))
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese ((swap in nutritional yeast))
1 pound fettuccine pasta (gluten free or regular fettuccine)
1/2 cup fresh parsley finely chopped

Steps:

  • Cut the cauliflower into small chunks, set aside.
  • In a large pot, bring the vegetable stock to boil. You can also swap in chicken stock or use a large pot of salted water with a teaspoon salt.
  • Place a large skillet or sauce pan over medium heat, melt butter (or swap olive oil) and saute' minced shallot, garlic powder, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Cook until the shallot just turn light brown, tender and soft. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • Add all the cauliflower in the large pot and boil for 7-10 minutes until fork tender. Turn off heat, keep the hot vegetable stock.
  • In a high-speed blender, use a large strainer, and add the cauliflower, 1 cup of the veggie cooking broth, and sautéed shallot miture, milk, parmesan cheese, and puree on high until very smooth. Stop the blender and push down the cream sauce as needed.
  • Pour the alfredo sauce back into the pan off the heat you cooked the shallots and butter.
  • Boil your fettuccine pasta in the same pot as you cooked the cauliflower in the vegetable stock, add more water to cover the pasta if needed. Drain the pasta, add to the large skillet with the sauce, using tongs to combine.
  • Turn the skillet on low heat with the sauce and pasta.
  • Serve warm and garnish with parsley and more parmesan cheese.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 276 kcal, Carbohydrate 50 g, Protein 8 g, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 1249 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 1 g, UnsaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

HEALTHY AND TASTY ALFREDO SAUCE



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Your guests will think they are eating the real thing wih all those calories, but surprise this is full of that flavour but good for your heart. Add your choice of 2 cups cooked seafood or cooked chicken to the sauce.

Provided by Sageca

Categories     Onions

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon low-fat margarine
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 small onion, chopped
1 shallot, chopped
1 cup mushroom, sliced (optional)
2 tablespoons flour
350 ml carnation fat-free evaporated milk
salt and pepper
1 roasted red pepper, sliced
2 cups cooked seafood or 2 cups chicken
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated
4 cups cooked linguine

Steps:

  • In a large skillet heat margarine and oil. Add onions and shallots; cook until translucent.
  • Add mushrooms if using and cook another 5 minutes or until they.
  • are cooked. An alternative to mushrooms could be zucchini, broccoli, asparagus;your choice.
  • In a small bowl stir together flour and 1/2 cup evaporated milk.
  • Meanwhile add rest of milk to your vegetables and simmer.
  • Add flour mixture and blend together. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Add cooked seafood or chicken, parsley and roasted red pepper and stir until they are heated through. Just before serving gently stir in Parmesan cheese.
  • Spoon over cooked linquini.
  • Have the pepper mill as well as freshly grated parmesan on the table.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 404.7, Fat 8.6, SaturatedFat 2.8, Cholesterol 14.7, Sodium 302.1, Carbohydrate 60, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 12.3, Protein 20.7

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