Lightened Up Alfredo Sauce

Alfredo is one of the most decadent sauces you can eat, but also one of the best!  When I go to an Italian restaurant I almost ALWAYS order a dish with some sort of Alfredo sauce as a treat to myself.  Luckily, I've found a way to lighten this dish up at home by  substituting some of the ingredients.  Serve this sauce over your favorite whole pasta with fresh veggies and a grilled meat and you're in for a delicious and healthy meal.   

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp. EVOO (extra virgin olive oil)
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 cups whole milk
• 1 cup fat free chicken broth
• 3 tbsp. all purpose flour
• 1 cup grated Parmesan Cheese
• 1/2 tsp. lemon juice
• 1 tsp. parsley, chopped

Servings: 6 • Size: 1/2 cup • Calories: 165 • Fat: 9.9 g • Carbs: 9.2 g • Fiber: 0 g • Protein 9.8 g • Sugar: 4.3 g

Directions

Add the EVOO to a saucepan over medium-low heat.  Add the garlic and saute' until fragrant, about 30-45 seconds, careful not to let it burn.  Add the flour and continue to cook, stirring with a wooden spoon.  You should have a thick paste-like substance.

Whisk in the milk, chicken broth, lemon juice, and salt and pepper to taste.  Increase the heat to medium-high, whisking constantly until thickened (approx. 6-7 minutes).  Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and well incorporated.

Remove the pan from heat and stir in the chopped parsley.