Salmon and Spinach Fettuccine

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Inspired by my favorite local Italian restaurant's secret recipe. After some trial and error, I think I have it. Creamy Alfredo sauce and salmon complement each other well. Spinach adds great color.

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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
25 mins
Total Time:
40 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces dry fettuccine pasta

  • ¼ cup butter

  • 1 cup milk

  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour

  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

  • ½ pound smoked salmon, chopped

  • 1 cup chopped fresh spinach

  • 2 tablespoons capers

  • ¼ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes

  • ½ cup chopped fresh oregano

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add fettuccine, and cook for 11 to 13 minutes or until al dente; drain.

  2. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter, and blend with milk. Mix in the flour to thicken. Gradually stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted.

  3. Crumble salmon into the butter mixture. Stir in the spinach, capers, sun-dried tomatoes, and oregano. Cook and stir about 3 minutes, until heated through. Serve over the cooked pasta.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

512 Calories
23g Fat
49g Carbs
29g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 512
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 23g 29%
Saturated Fat 12g 62%
Cholesterol 66mg 22%
Sodium 1065mg 46%
Total Carbohydrate 49g 18%
Dietary Fiber 3g 10%
Total Sugars 6g
Protein 29g 58%
Vitamin C 9mg 10%
Calcium 364mg 28%
Iron 3mg 17%
Potassium 525mg 11%

* 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.

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