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Creamy Fettuccine Recipe

This recipe has been a family favorite for years. It's special enough for holiday celebrations but simple enough for weeknight meals.—Cheryl Ross, Grand Forks, British Columbia

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Creamy Fettuccine Recipe

Prep/Total Time: 25 min.

Yield: 4 Servings

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Ingredients

1 package (8 ounces) fettuccine
1 small onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup butter, divided
4 ounces cream cheese, cubed
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
2 plum tomatoes, chopped
3/4 cup frozen peas, thawed
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
Salt and pepper to taste
Shredded Parmesan cheese

Directions

Cook fettuccine according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a skillet, saute onion and garlic in 2 tablespoons butter until tender.
Add the cream cheese, cream and remaining butter; cook and stir until cheese is melted. Add tomatoes, peas, parsley, salt and pepper. Cook for 8-10 minutes or until heated through. Drain fettuccine; top with cream sauce and Parmesan cheese. Yield: 4 servings.

Nutritional Facts 1 serving (1 cup) equals 634 calories, 45 g fat (28 g saturated fat), 133 mg cholesterol, 380 mg sodium, 48 g carbohydrate, 4 g fiber, 13 g protein.

Originally published as Creamy Fettuccine in Country Woman May/June 2001, p35