Description
Garlic butter sauce for pasta is a delightful, aromatic dish that transforms any meal into a comforting experience. With just a handful of ingredients, this sauce offers a rich, buttery flavor complemented by fresh garlic and herbs. Perfect for a cozy night in or an elegant dinner with friends, this recipe quickly becomes a favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti or linguine
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti or linguine according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
- Stir in chopped parsley and red pepper flakes; cook for another minute.
- Drain the pasta, reserving some cooking water. Add the pasta to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce.
- Remove from heat and stir in grated Parmesan cheese, adding reserved pasta water as needed for desired consistency.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan and parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 200g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 37g
- Saturated Fat: 23g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 80mg