Classic Butter Pasta
Indulge in the simple luxury of *Classic Butter Pasta*, a quick and elegant dish that highlights rich, buttery flavors and creamy Parmesan goodness. Perfect for a cozy dinner for two, this recipe combines al dente spaghetti or fettuccine with melted unsalted butter, lightly sautéed garlic, and a touch of reserved pasta water to create a silky sauce that clings to every strand. Finished with freshly grated Parmesan, a sprinkle of black pepper, and a garnish of chopped parsley, this timeless recipe is ready in just 25 minutes and celebrates the magic of minimal ingredients. Ideal for busy weeknights or when you crave classic Italian comfort food, this butter pasta is simplicity at its finest.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams Pasta (spaghetti or fettuccine)
- 75 grams Unsalted butter
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves
- 50 grams Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 120 ml Pasta cooking water
Instructions
Fill a large pot with water and bring it to a boil. Add the salt to the boiling water.
Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 120 ml of pasta cooking water before draining.
While the pasta is cooking, finely chop the garlic cloves.
In a large non-stick pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 2 minutes until fragrant and slightly golden, being careful not to burn it.
Add the cooked pasta directly into the pan with the melted butter and garlic.
Add the reserved pasta cooking water and toss the pasta to help the butter emulsify and coat the pasta evenly.
Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the pasta and continue to toss until the cheese melts and coats the pasta.
Season with freshly ground black pepper and more salt to taste, if needed.
Serve immediately, garnished with freshly chopped parsley and additional parmesan, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
576 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 39.1 g | 50% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.4 g | 122% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 107 mg | 36% | |
| Sodium | 1402 mg | 61% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.9 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.8 g | ||
| Protein | 18.0 g | 36% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 309 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 120 mg | 3% | |
*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.
