LEMON PEPPER ALFREDO

1 lb whole-wheat fettuccine

1 shallot, finely chopped

1 garlic clove, minced

1 - 2 tbsp fresh water, for sautéing

1 cup hummus

Juice of 1 large lemon

1 tsp lemon zest

8 - 10 slices of bacon, cooked crispy and broken into bite size pieces, optional

1/2 cup fresh parsley

1 tsp ground black pepper

In a large pot of salted water, cook pasta according to the package directions, saving at least1 cup pasta water before discarding.

In a large skillet, over medium heat, combine the water, shallot and garlic. Sauté about 3 minutes until fragrant.

Add the hummus, lemon juice and zest and 1/2 cup of the reserved pasta water to the pan. Stir until a creamy sauce is formed, adding the reserved water 1 tablespoon at a time until sauce reaches the desired consistency.

Transfer the cooked pasta to the pan, toss until coated. Sprinkle with the bacon, if using, and the fresh parsley and black pepper.

Yield 4 to 6 servings

 

recipe idea and photo First for women 2024