Butter and Cheese Noodles Makaronia
Indulge in the comforting simplicity of Butter and Cheese Noodles (Makaronia), a luxurious Greek-inspired pasta dish that combines rich, browned butter with a blend of Parmesan and Kefalotyri (or Pecorino) cheeses. This quick and easy recipe, ready in just 20 minutes, is perfect for weeknight dinners yet elegant enough to impress guests. The secret lies in creating a velvety sauce by tossing al dente spaghetti in melted butter and gently incorporating the cheeses with a splash of starchy pasta water. Finished with a hint of freshly ground black pepper, this dish is bursting with creamy, nutty flavors. Serve it hot with a sprinkle of extra cheese for a simple yet indulgent meal that celebrates the harmony of high-quality ingredients. Perfect for fans of classic comfort food, this recipe will quickly become a household favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams spaghetti or other long pasta
- 100 grams unsalted butter
- 100 grams grated Parmesan cheese
- 50 grams grated Kefalotyri or Pecorino cheese
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 125 milliliters pasta cooking water
Instructions
Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add 1 teaspoon of salt.
Add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.
While the pasta is cooking, melt the unsalted butter in a large skillet over low heat. Allow it to brown slightly for a nutty flavor, but be careful not to burn it.
Reserve 125 milliliters of pasta water before draining the cooked pasta.
Add the drained pasta directly to the skillet with the melted butter and toss until evenly coated.
Gradually add the grated Parmesan and Kefalotyri (or Pecorino) cheeses, tossing continuously to ensure the cheese melts and coats the noodles.
Pour in the reserved pasta water a little at a time to create a creamy sauce. Add only as much as needed to achieve the desired consistency.
Season with freshly ground black pepper and toss gently to combine.
Serve immediately, garnished with extra grated cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1968 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 136.0 g | 174% | |
| Saturated Fat | 80.6 g | 403% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 366 mg | 122% | |
| Sodium | 4830 mg | 210% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 127.0 g | 46% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.5 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.5 g | ||
| Protein | 76.5 g | 153% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 1607 mg | 124% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 267 mg | 6% | |
*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.
