Moroccan Fettuccine

Moroccan Fettuccine

This is a healthier version of my favourite pasta dish that was served in a restaurant I used to work in.  Bill, the owner and chef was a great employer and an even better chef.  Haha, he refers to me as the crazy blonde girl!  His wife Tracy is the restaurant manager; they make a great team!

Serves 4 to 6

1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

2 cloves garlic, crushed

1/2 Cup white wine

1/2 Cup stock

2 tbsp curry powder

1/4 Cup light cream (5%)

4 grilled chicken breasts cut into slices

Salt

Pepper

Parmesan cheese (optional)

1 375 g box of whole wheat pasta (I used fettuccine) cooked according to directions

–  Start by putting a large pot of water to boil for the pasta and then cook the pasta according to box directions.

–  In a large non-stick skillet, over medium low heat, heat the oil and when its warm add the garlic.

–  Sauté the garlic for about 30 seconds, careful not to burn it.

–  Add the white wine and turn up the heat to high to let the alcohol cook out, let it boil for about one minute.

–  Drop the heat back to medium low and then add the stock.

–  Add the curry powder and season with salt and pepper; mix well.

–  Add the cream, stir to combine.

–  Add the chicken to warm through

–  Add the cooked pasta to the pan and mix well.

–  Taste and adjust seasoning.

–  Serve immediately.

–  Serve with fresh Parmesan cheese if desired.

Notes:

1.  If you don’t want to use wine then just double up on the stock of your choice (fish stock would not work here).

2.  Do not use water in this recipe instead of stock.

3.  Reserve some of the pasta water just before you strain it in case the sauce is too dry.

4.  I know this is a cream sauce but a 1/4 cup is equal to 4 tbsp and between 4 to 6 servings, which is not bad at all.

5.  As long as the cream doesn’t come up to a boil, it won’t curdle and ruin your dish.

6.  As always it is a good idea to serve a fresh salad with the pasta so as to cut back on the amount of carbs you are eating and filling up on the salad as well.

7. You can use any protein in place of grilled chicken here; shellfish works awesome!