Description
Garlic Buttered Noodles are a quick and delicious dish that brings comfort to your table in just 20 minutes. This simple yet flavorful recipe requires minimal ingredients, making it perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests at dinner. The warm pasta is generously coated in a rich garlic butter sauce, finished with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, creating a satisfying meal. Whether served as a main course or side dish alongside grilled chicken or roasted vegetables, these garlic buttered noodles are sure to please everyone. Get ready to enjoy this delightful combination of flavors that’s both easy to prepare and utterly irresistible.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces dried pasta (any type)
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 3/4 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet, melt 3 tablespoons of butter over low heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant but not browned.
- Toss the cooked pasta into the skillet with the garlic butter, mixing well.
- Stir in grated Parmesan cheese, adding reserved pasta water as needed for a creamy consistency.
- Season with salt and pepper before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 200g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 40mg