Brown Butter Spaghetti with Greek Mizithra Cheese
Indulge in the luxurious simplicity of Brown Butter Spaghetti with Greek Mizithra Cheese—a quick and flavorful pasta dish that transforms humble ingredients into a gourmet delight. Perfectly al dente spaghetti is tossed in nutty, golden brown butter and generously coated with grated Mizithra cheese, a tangy and salty Greek specialty that elevates every bite. Finished with a hint of freshly ground black pepper and an optional sprinkle of fresh parsley, this recipe combines rich flavors with minimal effort. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for weeknight dinners or when you crave a comforting yet sophisticated meal. Perfectly balanced and irresistibly satisfying, this Greek-inspired pasta is sure to become a new favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams spaghetti
- 120 grams unsalted butter
- 100 grams Mizithra cheese (grated)
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper (freshly ground)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped, optional for garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Once boiling, add 2 teaspoons of salt and the spaghetti. Cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually 8-10 minutes. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water and drain the rest. Set the spaghetti aside.
In a large skillet or saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Allow the butter to cook, swirling occasionally, until it turns golden brown and develops a nutty aroma. This should take about 5-6 minutes. Be careful not to burn the butter.
Once the butter is browned, reduce the heat to low. Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss to coat the noodles evenly in the brown butter.
Gradually sprinkle in the grated Mizithra cheese while tossing the pasta, ensuring the cheese melts slightly and coats the spaghetti. If the mixture seems dry, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to loosen it up.
Season the pasta with freshly ground black pepper to taste. Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt if necessary (though the Mizithra cheese is naturally salty).
Serve immediately, garnishing with chopped fresh parsley if desired. Enjoy your Brown Butter Spaghetti with Greek Mizithra Cheese!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
472 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.3 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.8 g | 104% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 92 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 1163 mg | 51% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 32.3 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.1 g | ||
| Protein | 11.5 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 178 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 103 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
