Ingredients

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

Method

  • Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat.
  • Drain in a colander over a bowl, reserving 1/4 cup cooking liquid.
  • While pasta cooks, cook bacon in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat 4 minutes or until crisp, stirring occasionally.
  • Remove bacon from pan, reserving drippings.
  • Add garlic to drippings in pan; saute 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  • Sprinkle flour over garlic; cook 2 minutes or until bubbly and slightly thick, stirring constantly.
  • Reduce heat to low.
  • Gradually add cheese, stirring until cheese melts.
  • Stir in salt and reserved 1/4 cup cooking liquid.
  • Add hot pasta to pan; toss well to combine.
  • Sprinkle with bacon, parsley, and pepper.