Light Fettuccine with Tomatoes and Basil |
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 15 Minutes |
Ready In: 15 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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This is a delicious light pasta dish. You can also add meat if desired. Ingredients:
8 ounces uncooked fettuccine |
1/4 cup chopped onion |
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes |
1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon margarine |
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained |
1/4 teaspoon salt |
1/3 cup fat-free evaporated milk |
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil |
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese |
Directions:
1. Cook fettuccine according to package directions.
2. Meanwhile, in a large non-stick skillet, saute onion and red pepper flakes in butter until onion is tender.
3. Add tomaatoes and salt; cook and stir over medium-high heat until most of the liquid has evaporated.
4. Remove from the heat; let stand for 1 minute.
5. Gradually whisk in milk.
6. Drain fettuccine and place in a large bowl.
7. Add the basil, parmesan cheese and tomato mixture; toss to coat.
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