FETTUCCINE ITALIANA

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Janet Quigley of Galveston, Texas perks up a platter of fettuccine with spice sausage and delicately flavored asparagus and mushrooms. The satisfying entree is easy enough for an everyday meal and colorful enough for company.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

8 ounces uncooked fettuccine
1 package (14 ounces) reduced-fat smoked turkey sausage, thinly sliced
2 cups cut fresh asparagus (1-1/2-inch pieces)
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan or Romano cheese

Steps:

Cook fettuccine according to package directions. , Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, saute sausage, asparagus, mushrooms, onion, garlic and thyme in oil until vegetables are tender. Combine cornstarch and broth until smooth; stir into sausage mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Drain pasta. Add to sausage mixture; toss to coat. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 285 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 39mg cholesterol, Sodium 908mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges