Fettuccine Vegetable Alfredo

Ingredients

• 9 ounces fettuccine
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 1/2 carrots, cut into 1/4-inch slices (about 1 1/2 cups)
• 1 tablespoon green onion, finely chopped
• 1 garlic clove, minced

• 2 (6 ounce) packages fresh spinach, thoroughly washed
• 16 ounces alfredo sauce
• 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
• 1/4 cup basil, chopped
• salt and pepper, to taste

Directions

1. 1

   Prepare fettuccine according to package directions.

2. 2

   Meanwhile, in a large pan saute carrots in hot oil over medium-high heat for 3-4 minutes. Stir in onion and garlic and saute 3-4 minutes or until tender.

3. 3

   Add spinach and cover, allowing to cook and wilt for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally until all spinach is wilted. Stir in Alfredo sauce, Parmesan, basil and cooked pasta.

4. 4

   Stir until all ingredients are blended and cook 1-2 minutes until thoroughly heated. Season with salt and pepper, to taste, and serve immediately.