Fettuccine Florentine

Health score
9%
Fettuccine Florentine
45 min.
2
381kcal

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Indulge in a comforting and creamy dish that brings the flavors of Italy right to your dining table with our delightful Fettuccine Florentine. This recipe blends the vibrant taste of fresh spinach fettuccine and traditional fettuccine, creating a visually appealing and delicious pasta dish that's not only satisfying but also easy to make.

The secret to the sauce lies in the combination of light cream cheese and rich Parmesan cheese, which come together to form a silky, mouthwatering coating for the pasta. With the added protein from reduced-fat ham and the nutritional boost of peas, this dish strikes a perfect balance between flavor and health. Each bite offers a delightful harmony of textures and tastes, making it a wonderful option for both dinner parties and cozy weeknight meals.

Best of all, Fettuccine Florentine is ready in just 45 minutes, making it an ideal choice for those busy evenings when you still want to enjoy a restaurant-quality meal at home. So gather your ingredients and prepare to impress your family or guests with this deliciously cheesy pasta creation. Your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon process cream cheese product light
  • ounces fettuccine barilla uncooked
  • 1.5 teaspoons flour all-purpose
  • small clove garlic minced
  • 0.3 cup low-salt ham diced cooked reduced-fat
  • teaspoons butter reduced-calorie
  • 0.3 cup parmesan cheese divided freshly grated
  • 0.3 cup peas frozen english thawed
  • servings pepper freshly ground
  • 0.5 cup skim milk 
  • ounces nests of spinach fettuccine uncooked

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Melt margarine in a small saucepan over medium-high heat.
  2. Add garlic; saute until tender.
  3. Combine milk and flour, stirring until smooth.
  4. Add to garlic mixture; cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, 6 to 8 minutes or until slightly thickened. Stir in cream cheese and 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese; cook, stirring constantly, 2 minutes or until cheeses melt.
  5. Cook pastas according to package directions, omitting salt and fat; drain.
  6. Place pasta in a serving bowl.
  7. Add cheese mixture, ham, and peas; toss gently.
  8. Sprinkle with remaining 2 teaspoons Parmesan cheese and pepper.
  9. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories381kcal
Protein17.1%
Fat30.4%
Carbs52.5%

Properties

Glycemic Index
164.79
Glycemic Load
19.74
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
15.175652307013%

Flavonoids

Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:381.42kcal
19.07%
Fat:12.92g
19.88%
Saturated Fat:5.02g
31.4%
Carbohydrates:50.19g
16.73%
Net Carbohydrates:47.19g
17.16%
Sugar:5.54g
6.15%
Cholesterol:67.66mg
22.55%
Sodium:338.7mg
14.73%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:16.35g
32.7%
Selenium:51.96µg
74.22%
Phosphorus:325.79mg
32.58%
Manganese:0.62mg
31.02%
Calcium:229.21mg
22.92%
Zinc:2.23mg
14.9%
Vitamin B2:0.24mg
13.99%
Vitamin A:683.78IU
13.68%
Vitamin B1:0.2mg
13.29%
Magnesium:52.66mg
13.17%
Vitamin B12:0.75µg
12.48%
Fiber:3g
12.01%
Copper:0.24mg
11.79%
Vitamin B3:2.3mg
11.49%
Vitamin B6:0.23mg
11.34%
Potassium:362.3mg
10.35%
Vitamin C:7.73mg
9.37%
Iron:1.6mg
8.86%
Vitamin B5:0.86mg
8.58%
Folate:33.71µg
8.43%
Vitamin D:0.91µg
6.04%
Vitamin K:5.34µg
5.08%
Vitamin E:0.52mg
3.45%
Source:My Recipes