FETTUCCINE WITH CREAMY HAM SAUCE

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To keep the fat low, but the flavor high, evaporated skim milk is used in the sauce. A little swiss cheese boosts the flavor even more. Found in BH&G New Dieter's cookbook.

Provided by jonesies

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 ounces fettuccine, uncooked
2 cups broccoli florets or 2 cups cauliflower florets
1 cup fresh mushrooms, sliced
1 cup evaporated skim milk
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
3/4 cup swiss cheese, shredded
1 cup 97% fat-free cooked ham

Steps:

  • Cook fettuccine according to package directions, omitting oil or salt. Drain.
  • Meanwhile, in a medium covered saucepan cook broccoli or cauliflower and mushrooms ina small amount of boiling water for 7 to 8 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Drain.
  • In the same saucepan stir together evaporated skim milk, cornstarch, dry mustard, salt and pepper.
  • Cook and stir over medium heat until thickened and bubbly.
  • Add cheese; heat and stir until melted.
  • Stir in ham and cooked vegetables; heat through.
  • Pour over hot pasta.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 312, Fat 8, SaturatedFat 4.2, Cholesterol 57.1, Sodium 204.8, Carbohydrate 42.7, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 8.7, Protein 18.1

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