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Garlic Buttered Noodles Recipe

Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450
A quick and flavorful pasta dish featuring garlic, butter, and Parmesan cheese, perfect for a comforting meal.

Ingredients

pasta

  • 8 ounces dried pasta noodles (long or short pasta)
  • 4 tablespoons butter (divided)
  • 2 cloves garlic cloves (minced)
  • 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese (plus more for serving)
  • to taste Salt and ground black pepper

Chopped parsley

Instructions 

  • Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain, reserving some pasta water.
  • Melt 3 tablespoons of butter in a skillet over low heat, add garlic, and sauté lightly.
  • Add cooked pasta to the skillet, stir in Parmesan, and toss to melt cheese. Add pasta water and remaining butter gradually until glossy.
  • Season with salt and black pepper, toss, and serve topped with Parmesan and parsley.

Notes

For extra flavor, sprinkle additional Parmesan and chopped parsley before serving.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $10
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Pasta