Spinach Fettuccine

INGREDIENTS

1 lb

uncooked fettuccine

1 tbsp

butter

garlic clove, minced

1/4 cup

1/3-less-fat cream cheese

3/4 cup

fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth

3 tbsp

all-purpose flour

3/4 cup

grated fresh pecorino Romano cheese

3/4 cup

half-and-half

1 tsp

salt

1/2 tsp

freshly ground black pepper

1 10 ounce package

frozen chopped spinach, thawed, drained, and squeezed dry

center-cut bacon slices, cooked and crumbled (about 1 1/4 cups)

Parsley sprigs (optional)