Description
Savor a comforting dish of tender noodles coated in a rich, flavorful garlic butter sauce. This family-friendly meal is perfect for busy weeknights and requires minimal effort. Customize with herbs and Parmesan for a luxurious finish.
Ingredients
12 oz spaghetti noodles, uncooked
3 tbsp unsalted butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil
Cook noodles for 7-10 minutes or until al dente; drain, reserving 2 cups of pasta water
Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat
Add minced garlic and sauté for 2-3 minutes until golden and fragrant
Stir in salt, black pepper, and Parmesan cheese (if using); cook until cheese is melted
Blend reserved pasta water into the sauce until creamy
Toss noodles in the garlic butter mixture until evenly coated
Sprinkle with parsley and serve immediately
Notes
Adjust garlic quantity to taste
Use butter alternatives like olive oil or vegan butter if needed
Leftovers can be refrigerated for 2-3 days
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup noodles
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 2500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 60mg