Description
Garlic Butter Sauce for Pasta is a quick and delightful dish that transforms simple ingredients into a flavorful masterpiece. Infused with the rich aroma of garlic and creamy butter, this sauce coats your favorite pasta, creating a comforting meal perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re enjoying a cozy night in or hosting friends, this easy recipe will impress with its delicious taste. Ready in just minutes, you’ll savor each bite as it warms your soul.
Ingredients
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- 8 oz pasta (spaghetti, fettuccine, or penne)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot. Add pasta and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.
- Sauté the Garlic: In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (1-2 minutes) without browning.
- Add Flavor: Slowly pour in reserved pasta water while stirring to create an emulsion. Season with salt and pepper.
- Toss the Pasta: Add cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat thoroughly in the garlic butter sauce.
- Finish with Freshness: Remove from heat and stir in parsley and Parmesan until creamy. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 210g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 80mg