Pesto Alfredo Sauce

Name: Pesto Alfredo Sauce
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Ingredients: 1 cup half-and-half; 0.25 cup prepared pesto; 2 tablespoons butter; 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder; 0.125 teaspoon salt; 0.125 teaspoon ground black pepper

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This simple pesto Alfredo sauce is quick and full of flavor. It's a little thinner than traditional Alfredo sauce, with less fat and fewer calories. Serve over cooked fettuccine noodles and sprinkle Parmesan cheese over top.

Recipe by Sarah Dipity

Updated on December 27, 2022

close up view of Pesto Alfredo Sauce with pasta, topped with cheese

10

Cook Time:

10 mins

Total Time:

10 mins

Servings:

3

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Ingredients

1 cup half-and-half
¼ cup prepared pesto
2 tablespoons butter
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
⅛ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

Combine half-and-half, pesto, butter, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a skillet over medium-low heat. Cook and stir until hot, about 8 minutes.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

277	Calories
26g	Fat
5g	Carbs
6g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 3
Calories 277
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 26g	34%
Saturated Fat 13g	66%
Cholesterol 57mg	19%
Sodium 343mg	15%
Total Carbohydrate 5g	2%
Dietary Fiber 1g	2%
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 6g
Vitamin C 2mg	12%
Calcium 235mg	18%
Iron 1mg	4%
Potassium 171mg	4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.