SALMON AND SPINACH FETTUCCINE

Salmon and Spinach Fettuccine image

Inspired by my favorite local Italian restaurant's secret recipe. After some trial and error, I think I have it. Creamy Alfredo sauce and salmon complement each other well. Spinach adds great color.

Provided by Shane Roberts

Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

8 ounces dry fettuccine pasta
¼ cup butter
1 cup milk
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
½ pound smoked salmon, chopped
1 cup chopped fresh spinach
2 tablespoons capers
¼ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
½ cup chopped fresh oregano

Steps:

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add fettuccine, and cook for 11 to 13 minutes or until al dente; drain.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter, and blend with milk. Mix in the flour to thicken. Gradually stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted.
Crumble salmon into the butter mixture. Stir in the spinach, capers, sun-dried tomatoes, and oregano. Cook and stir about 3 minutes, until heated through. Serve over the cooked pasta.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 511.9 calories, Carbohydrate 49.4 g, Cholesterol 66 mg, Fat 22.6 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 28.9 g, SaturatedFat 12.3 g, Sodium 1064.8 mg, Sugar 6.2 g