Light Alfredo Sauce
Elevate your pasta nights with this irresistibly creamy yet guilt-free Light Alfredo Sauce! Crafted with a velvety blend of low-fat milk, low-sodium chicken broth, and a touch of Parmesan cheese, this recipe delivers all the rich, indulgent flavors you love without the heavy cream. The sauce starts with a fragrant garlic butter base, thickened into a silky roux, and simmered to perfection for a luscious consistency. Perfect for tossing with your favorite pasta, drizzling over roasted vegetables, or complementing lean proteins, this lightened-up Alfredo sauce is ready in just 25 minutes. Garnished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, it’s as versatile as it is satisfying. Try this easy, healthier Alfredo sauce for a comforting, flavor-packed meal the whole family will adore!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups Low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup Low-fat milk (2% or skim)
- 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Melt the butter over medium heat in a medium-sized saucepan.
Add the minced garlic to the butter and sauté for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant but not browned.
Sprinkle the flour over the butter and garlic mixture, and whisk continuously for 1 minute to form a roux.
Gradually pour in the chicken broth while whisking to avoid lumps, followed by the milk. Continue whisking until the mixture is smooth.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently. Allow it to cook for 4-5 minutes, or until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.
Reduce the heat to low, and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and fully incorporated.
Season with salt and ground black pepper to taste.
Remove the sauce from the heat and serve immediately over pasta, steamed vegetables, or your choice of protein. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Rewarm gently over low heat, stirring frequently.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
557 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 39.4 g | 51% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.5 g | 118% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 112 mg | 37% | |
| Sodium | 2082 mg | 90% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.8 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.7 g | ||
| Protein | 29.8 g | 60% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.0 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 772 mg | 59% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 490 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
