Name: Zucchini Noodle Alfredo
Ingredients: 4 medium zucchini (about 2 pounds): Choose firm, dark green zucchini for the best flavor and texture. Medium-sized zucchini are ideal for spiralizing into noodles.; 4 tablespoons olive oil: Extra virgin olive oil is recommended for its rich flavor and health benefits. It’s used for sautéing the zucchini noodles and adding depth to the sauce.; 4 cloves garlic, minced: Fresh garlic is crucial for that classic Alfredo flavor. Mince it finely to release its aromatic oils.; 1 cup heavy cream: The foundation of a truly decadent Alfredo sauce. Heavy cream provides richness and a velvety smooth texture.; 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese: Authentic Parmigiano-Reggiano is preferred for its nutty, salty flavor and superior melting quality. Finely grated is best for a smooth sauce.; 1/2 cup milk: Whole milk adds to the creaminess and helps to thin the sauce to the perfect consistency. You can use 2% milk if preferred, but whole milk will yield a richer sauce.; 1/4 cup butter, unsalted: Butter contributes to the sauce’s richness and helps to emulsify it, creating a smooth and glossy finish. Unsalted butter allows you to control the saltiness of the dish.; 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg, ground: A pinch of nutmeg adds a subtle warmth and complexity to the Alfredo sauce, enhancing its overall flavor profile. Freshly grated nutmeg is even better if available.; Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste: Essential for seasoning and balancing the flavors. Use sea salt or kosher salt for best results and freshly ground black pepper for its pungent aroma.; Optional garnishes: Fresh parsley, chopped; red pepper flakes (for a touch of heat). These add visual appeal and an extra layer of flavor if desired.

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4 medium zucchini (about 2 pounds): Choose firm, dark green zucchini for the best flavor and texture. Medium-sized zucchini are ideal for spiralizing into noodles.
4 tablespoons olive oil: Extra virgin olive oil is recommended for its rich flavor and health benefits. It’s used for sautéing the zucchini noodles and adding depth to the sauce.
4 cloves garlic, minced: Fresh garlic is crucial for that classic Alfredo flavor. Mince it finely to release its aromatic oils.
1 cup heavy cream: The foundation of a truly decadent Alfredo sauce. Heavy cream provides richness and a velvety smooth texture.
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese: Authentic Parmigiano-Reggiano is preferred for its nutty, salty flavor and superior melting quality. Finely grated is best for a smooth sauce.
1/2 cup milk: Whole milk adds to the creaminess and helps to thin the sauce to the perfect consistency. You can use 2% milk if preferred, but whole milk will yield a richer sauce.
1/4 cup butter, unsalted: Butter contributes to the sauce’s richness and helps to emulsify it, creating a smooth and glossy finish. Unsalted butter allows you to control the saltiness of the dish.
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg, ground: A pinch of nutmeg adds a subtle warmth and complexity to the Alfredo sauce, enhancing its overall flavor profile. Freshly grated nutmeg is even better if available.
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste: Essential for seasoning and balancing the flavors. Use sea salt or kosher salt for best results and freshly ground black pepper for its pungent aroma.
Optional garnishes: Fresh parsley, chopped; red pepper flakes (for a touch of heat). These add visual appeal and an extra layer of flavor if desired.

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Nutrition

Serving Size: one normal portion
Calories: 400
Fat: 35g
Saturated Fat: 25g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 15g