Fast & Easy Fettuccine Alfredo

1 tbsp margarine or butter
1 tsp minced garlic
1 tbsp all-purpose flour
1 1/3 cups skim milk
2 tbsp light cream cheese
1-1/2 cups grated Parmesan cheese, divided
4 cups cooked fettuccine
dash of dried basil

Melt margarine, or butter, in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add
garlic and cook for about a
minute, stirring constantly. Stir in flour and then gradually add milk,
stirring with a whisk or
fork until well blended. Cook for about 8-10 minutes or until thick and
bubbly, stirring constantly.

Stir in cream cheese and cook for 3 minutes. Add 1 cup of Parmesan and
stir constantly until it melts. To serve, pour over hot fettuccine and
toss to coat, sprinkle with leftover Parmesan and a little basil