Description
Garlic butter sauce for pasta is a delightful culinary experience that effortlessly elevates simple noodles into a rich, aromatic dish. This easy-to-make sauce combines fresh garlic, creamy butter, and a sprinkle of Parmesan, resulting in a symphony of flavors that delights any palate. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this dish embraces the heartwarming essence of Italian cuisine. Serve it with crusty bread and watch your loved ones savor every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti or fettuccine
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- ½ cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ cup reserved pasta water
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and reserve ¼ cup of the pasta water.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter until foamy. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in the reserved pasta water and mix well. Add grated Parmesan cheese and stir until smooth.
- Toss the drained pasta in the garlic butter sauce until well coated.
- Finish with chopped parsley, salt, and pepper to taste. Serve warm with extra Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (200g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg