We lost my father Edward F. Sparks twelve years ago today. I am thankful for the blessing of having had a good Dad. He was a excellent provider, nurturer, listener and role model. He became a vegetarian after I had so he would have enjoyed this Gluten Free Spaghetti Alfredo I am sure. Dad “made it” despite being told by his own Father “you’ll never make it” because he’d impregnated and married my mother before finishing undergraduate school. Like most, he did not have a straight shot at success.
Dad decided he wanted to be a dentist when his uncle Dr. Cory Sparks came to visit from Detroit in a shiny, new Cadillac. He was fortunate enough to also have a local mentor Dr. Floyd Thompson. Dr. Thompson was the dentist to all the BIPOC because White dentists in 1940’s Tucson, Arizona would not provide service to them. After Dad graduated from Howard University School of Dentistry, and did his residency in New York City, he moved us back to Tucson in order to work with and eventually take over Dr. Thompson’s practice.
I have lost 6 people I knew intimately in July and August of 2020 which is why I had to take a necessary but brief blogging break. Yvette Scott – so witty with a written word. Beryl Vanterpool – a loving elementary school teacher, sister and friend I met at her home on gorgeous Virgin Gorda, British Virgin Islands. Mrs. Junia Jones – also a long time teacher and principal at Santa Rosa Day School on the Tohono O’odham reservation in Sells, Arizona. Mrs. Jones became the dignified first lady of my grandfather’s church when her husband Rev. Al Jones became the pastor. How I wish we could all share one more plate of Simple Pan Seared Salmon and Gluten Free Spaghetti Alfredo. Rest well my friends.
Gluten Free Spaghetti Alfredo
There is something always comforting, so truly satisfying about pasta and Gluten Free Spaghetti Alfredo is no exception. If you're a sensitive pasta lover like me, this 10 minute recipe is for you.
- Paring Knife
- Measuring Spoons
- Measuring Cups
- Large Heat Resistant Spoon
- Large Skillet or Frying Pan
- 3 cups Water
- 2 cups Organic Milk
- 1 16 ounces Gluten Free Spaghetti (Equivalent of 1 box)
- 2 Garlic Cloves, minced
- 2 Not Chick'n Bouillon Cubes
- 2 tbsp Organic Butter or Butter Substitute
- ½ cup Parmesan Cheese
- ½ tsp Spike Onion Seasoning
- ½ tsp Black Pepper
- 1 Sprig Fresh chopped Basil (Optional)
Heat water, milk and bouillon cubes in pan on medium high heat until liquid begins to boil.
Mince garlic.
Once liquid is boiling, reduce heat to medium low and add all remaining ingredients.
Cook until liquid is reduced and thickened, stirring regularly.
Garnish with basil if desired.
Love that you used gluten-free pasta in this alfredo recipe! Looks so creamy and cheesy!
Thank you so much Leslie! I found out earlier this year I’m gluten intolerant so I’ve been seeking ways to enjoy old favorites with new options.
Count me in for a gluten-free version of spaghetti Alfredo! Fabulous idea and so appreciate this gluten-free recipe!
I need this recipe for my daughter, having to go gluten-free and finding good recipes is not that easy. We love alfredo so can’t wait to try this.
Thank you! Please let me know how she likes it.
My husband will absolutely love this dish, I am going to make this for him this weekend. Thank you for sharing your recipe.
I am so sorry to hear about your father’s passing. This recipe looks gorgeous, and my household would enjoy it!
That is so kind, thank you much Kechi!
I was looking for a great gluten free pasta dish for the winter and this is perfect. The sauce is so creamy and delish.
Thank you so much Julie! Glad to know you enjoyed it.
I’ve been meaning to make alfredo for some time now and I finally found the recipe to make it from! it looks delicious, I cant wait to try it out.
My daughter is GF and loved this dish, thank you.
I’m so pleased she enjoyed it Alexis!
I often use gluten-free pasta because hubby is on a gluten-free diet so this tasty pasta is right up our alley!
I bet most people wouldn’t be able to tell thats a Gluten Free recipe! I’d love to give that pasta a try