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Blue-Cheese & Zucchini Fettuccine

Got the blues? This blue cheese-zucchini fettuccine will help brighten your mood. A rich and heavy cream sauce mixed with delicious zucchini (or broccoli) is the perfect blend of happy and healthy. Fast and easy to make, it is sure to become a dinnertime favorite.
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Course Pasta
Cuisine Continental

Servings 6 servings
Calories 3906.6 kcal

Ingredients

  

  • 1 tablespoon(s) butter
  • 1 zucchini, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 1/2 cup(s) white wine
  • 4 ounce(s) blue cheese, crumbled
  • 1 1/2 cup(s) heavy cream
  • 1 dash(es) freshly ground pepper to taste
  • 16 ounce(s) fettuccine (1 pkg.)
  • 3 tablespoon(s) freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoon(s) chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions

 

  • Heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Stir in the zucchini and garlic; cook until the zucchini is tender.
  • Stir in wine, blue cheese, cream, and pepper; simmer 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to boil.
  • Add fettuccini, and cook until tender, about 6 to 8 minutes.
  • Drain, rinse under warm water, and drain again.
  • Return pasta to the pot, and toss with sauce over low heat.
  • Serve with Parmesan and parsley sprinkled over the top.
  • Prep Time 15 Min Cook Time 20 Min Ready In 35 Min.

Nutrition

Calories: 3906.6kcalCarbohydrates: 354.67gProtein: 178.89gFat: 188.59gSaturated Fat: 115.11gCholesterol: 485.93mgSodium: 6567.66mgFiber: 19.36gSugar: 22.01g

Keyword Butter, Fettuccine, Heavy Cream, Vegetables
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