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Fettuccine Alfredo With Bacon

Ingredients:

• 1 (9 ounce) package refrigerated fresh fettuccine
• 2 slices applewood-smoked bacon, chopped     
  
• 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
• 1 cup 1% low-fat milk
• 2/3 cup parmigiano-reggiano cheese, grated
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Directions:

1. Cook fettuccine following the package directions, minus salt and fat. Drain in a colander over a bowl. Reserve 1/4 cup of the cooking liquid.
2. Meanwhile, cook bacon in a large skillet over medium-high until crispy (about 4 min), stirring occasionally. Remove bacon pieces from the pan, don't drain the drippings.
3. Add garlic to the pan and sauté for 1 minute. stirring constantly.
4. Sprinkle flour over the garlic and cook for about 30 seconds, stirring constantly.
5. Gradually add milk, stirring constantly; cook for 2 minutes or until bubbly and slightly thick.
6. Reduce heat to low.
7. Add cheese, stir until it melts.
8. Stir in salt and 1/4 cup of the reserved cooking liquid.
9. Add the pasta to pan; toss well to combine. Sprinkle with bacon, parsley, and pepper.