Description

This garlic butter pasta recipe is a quick and delicious dish perfect for any occasion. Featuring perfectly cooked pasta tossed in a rich garlic butter sauce with parmesan and fresh parsley, this comforting meal comes together in under 30 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights or a cozy weekend dinner.

Ingredients

Pasta:

8 ounces (225 g) dried pasta such as spaghetti, linguine, or any other long or short pasta

Garlic Butter Sauce:

4 tablespoons (52 g) unsalted butter, divided
3 cloves garlic, sliced
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup (43 g) grated parmesan
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

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Instructions

Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of water to a boil, add a generous amount of salt (like seawater), then add the pasta. Cook until al dente according to package instructions. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining the pasta.
Prepare the Sauce: In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the sliced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, along with a splash of the reserved pasta water. Toss everything together until the pasta is coated and saucy. Add the remaining butter and grated parmesan, stirring until melted and well combined.
Finish the Dish: Remove the skillet from heat, stir in chopped parsley, and season with additional salt and black pepper to taste. Toss well, then serve hot, topped with extra parmesan if desired.

Notes

The recommended portion of pasta per person is 2-3oz (60-85 grams).
Salt the water generously to ensure the pasta is flavorful, like seawater.
You might not need to use all of the reserved pasta water; add gradually to reach your preferred sauce consistency.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1.5 cups)
Calories: 380 kcal
Sugar: 1 g
Sodium: 620 mg
Fat: 18 g
Saturated Fat: 11 g
Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 45 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 10 g
Cholesterol: 45 mg