Low Carb Linguini Alfredo

Note from Cheri: This recipe was given to us by our friend April S. Fields, author of the fabulous book 101 Low-Carb & Sugar-free Dessert Recipes. This recipe is part of a collection April shared in a fascintating article about, at the start of 2005, whether or not the low carb diet craze is really over. Click here for that story. Click here for lots more low carb recipes!

1 cup heavy whipping cream 2 cups grated Parmesan cheese 1/2 cup butter 2 teaspoons minced garlic Dreamfields (brand) low carb Linguini Pasta - 1 box salt and pepper to taste 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg

Makes 8 Servings Melt the butter in a medium saucepan on low. Add in the cream and stir the mixture until warmed. Add in half of the Parmesan Cheese and garlic and stir until dissolved. Allow to simmer for several minutes. Meanwhile in a large pot bring water to a boil. Salt the water slightly and add a tablespoon of olive oil to the water to keep the pasta from sticking. Cook the pasta as directed on the package. Drain in a colander. Combine the pasta with the sauce and add salt and freshly cracked black pepper. Toss the mixture until all the pasta is well coated. Place on a platter. Sprinkle with additional Parmesan Cheese and more cracked black pepper. Dust with a very small amount of nutmeg and serve immediately. Total Net Carbs = 52 Per Serving = 6.5 each