Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this crave-worthy garlic butter pasta that will melt your taste buds. This simple yet flavorful dish is a perfect go-to for a quick and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Spaghetti or Linguine:
12 ounces
Unsalted Butter:
6 tablespoons
Garlic (minced):
6 cloves
Red Pepper Flakes (optional):
1/2 teaspoon
Grated Parmesan Cheese:
1/2 cup
Pasta Water (reserved):
1/4 cup
Salt:
1/2 teaspoon (plus more for pasta water)
Black Pepper:
1/4 teaspoon
Chopped Fresh Parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil pasta until al dente, then reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water, drain, and set aside.
- Prepare Garlic Butter: Melt butter in a skillet, sauté garlic until fragrant. Add red pepper flakes if desired.
- Toss Pasta: Add drained pasta to skillet, toss with pasta water, Parmesan, salt, and pepper until coated.
- Serve: Garnish with parsley and additional Parmesan, then serve.
Notes
- Add sautéed shrimp, grilled chicken, or roasted vegetables for a heartier meal.
- For a zesty twist, finish with a squeeze of lemon juice.
- Use high-quality butter and cheese for the richest flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 440
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
