rice fettuccine

A classic serving of fettuccine alfredo has more than 1200 calories. Make it easier on the waistline with our secret ingredient: low-fat cream cheese!

Check out Food Network Magazine's 20-minute recipe for Lemon-Pepper Fettuccine, a go-to Meatless Monday dinner that the whole family will enjoy.

Ellie uses low-fat milk to lighten up this decadent dish, but she adds garlic and creamy parmesan cheese to maintain its full flavors and traditional textures.

Think of this as a grown-up take on the classic macaroni and cheese.

These easy sides are perfect for any occassion.

Make Mondays easy and delicious with Food Network's Giada De Laurentiis' Creamy Baked Fettucine with Asiago and Thyme.

Bridge the summer-fall gap this year with a creamy shrimp pasta ready in just 25 minutes.

It all depends on which nutrients you're looking at.

And why you should too!

I was never a rice pudding fan until a few years ago when my middle daughter starting requesting it daily. Since then I’ve been experimenting with a few variations of this classic to help lighten up the creamy calories while still maintaining its delicious flavor.