Ingredients

12ozfettuccine,or any pasta shape

1tbspextra virgin olive oil,or butter

4garlic cloves,pressed or finely-minced

3tbspall-purpose flour

1cupchicken stock

1cuplow-fat milk,like 1% milk

¾cupParmesan cheese,freshly-grated, plus more for topping

½tspsalt

¼tspblack pepper

fresh parsley,chopped, optional

Preparation

Cook the pasta to al dente according to package directions in pot of generously-salted water.

Heat the olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium-high heat.

Add the garlic and sauté for 1 minute, stirring occasionally, until fragrant.

Sprinkle with flour, and stir to combine.

Sauté for an 1 minute to cook the flour, stirring occasionally.

Slowly add the chicken broth, whisking to combine until smooth.

Whisk in the milk, and bring the mixture to a simmer.

Let cook for an additional 1 minute until thickened, then stir in the Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper, until the cheese melted.

Reduce heat to medium-low until the pasta is cooked.

Drain the pasta, then immediately add pasta to the sauté pan with the alfredo sauce.

Toss to combine.

Serve topped with chopped fresh parsley and parmesan cheese, and enjoy!