Low Fat Fettuccine with Tomato Basil Sauce Recipe

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Low Fat Fettuccine With Tomato Basil Sauce Recipe

Ingredients

  • 1/2 pound dried fettuccine
  • salt, to taste
  • 14 1/2 ounces plum tomatoes, drained, and coarsely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon butter
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
  • freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
  • Method

  • Cook fettuccine in boiling salted water until al dente, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan, cook tomatoes over medium heat until bubbling, about 2 minutes.
  • Stir in oil and butter until blended.
  • Add basil and season with salt and pepper.
  • Reduce heat to very low and simmer, stirring occasionally, 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Drain fettuccine and place in a large warmed bowl.
  • Toss with sauce.
  • Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  • Divide between 2 warmed plates and sprinkle with Parmesan.
  • Serve immediately MAKES ABOUT 4 CUPS, FOR 2 SERVINGS.
  • Calories per serving; 20 grams protein; 13 grams fat 3 grams saturated fat; 93 grams carbohydrate; 1 mg sodium; 11 mg cholesterol; 3 grams fiber
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