Garlic Butter Noodles
Garlic butter noodles are a delightful, comforting dish that brings rich flavors and an irresistible aroma to your kitchen. This quick recipe features perfectly cooked pasta enveloped in a creamy garlic butter sauce, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or special gatherings. With minimal ingredients and under 30 minutes of preparation, this dish is sure to impress your family and friends while satisfying even the pickiest eaters.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti or linguine
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Cook the pasta: In a large pot of salted water, boil pasta until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain, reserving some cooking water.
- 2. Sauté garlic: In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter until foamy. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- 3. Combine: Toss hot noodles into the skillet with garlic butter; ensure they are evenly coated.
- 4. Mix in cheese and herbs: Remove from heat, stir in Parmesan cheese and parsley. Add reserved pasta water gradually for desired creaminess.
- 5. Season and serve: Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Serve immediately, garnished with extra parsley or Parmesan as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 35mg