Buttered Linguine with Parmesan
Indulge in the simplicity and elegance of Buttered Linguine with Parmesan, a timeless pasta dish that comes together in just 15 minutes. Perfectly al dente linguine is enveloped in rich, velvety melted butter and generously coated with freshly grated Parmesan cheese for a luxuriously creamy texture. With just a hint of black pepper and an optional sprinkle of fresh parsley, this dish shines with its minimal yet bold flavors. Ideal for a quick weeknight dinner or a comforting lunch, this easy pasta recipe uses just a handful of pantry staples to deliver restaurant-quality results. Serve it as is or pair it with a crisp green salad and garlic bread for an unforgettable meal that's as effortless as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 350 grams Linguine pasta
- 100 grams Unsalted butter
- 60 grams Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Fill a large pot with water and bring it to a boil. Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the water.
Once the water is boiling, add the linguine pasta and cook according to the package instructions (typically 8-10 minutes) until al dente.
While the pasta is cooking, in a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat. Stir occasionally to prevent browning.
Once the pasta is cooked, reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta water and then drain the rest of the pasta.
Return the drained pasta to the pot. Pour the melted butter over the pasta and toss to coat evenly.
Gradually add the grated Parmesan cheese to the pasta, tossing continuously. If the mixture is too thick, add a small amount of the reserved pasta water to loosen it until you reach your desired consistency.
Season with ground black pepper and additional salt if needed.
Serve immediately, garnished with freshly chopped parsley for a pop of color and freshness, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2002 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 112.0 g | 144% | |
| Saturated Fat | 62.0 g | 310% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 467 mg | 156% | |
| Sodium | 4713 mg | 205% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 190.2 g | 69% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.7 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.3 g | ||
| Protein | 62.0 g | 124% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 762 mg | 59% | |
| Iron | 12.8 mg | 71% | |
| Potassium | 596 mg | 13% | |
*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.
