Really Really Really Too Easy Kids Pasta
Perfect for busy weeknights or picky eaters, the "Really Really Really Too Easy Kids Pasta" recipe is a simple, satisfying dish whipped up in just 15 minutes. With buttery goodness and the rich, comforting flavor of grated Parmesan cheese, this kid-approved pasta offers big flavor with minimal effort. Featuring pantry staples like pasta, butter, and salt, it’s the ultimate fuss-free meal that parents love, too! The recipe includes tips for adjusting seasoning and adding a splash of reserved pasta water to create the ideal creamy texture. Serve this warm, no-fuss dish with an extra sprinkle of Parmesan for a delightful presentation that will make dinnertime stress-free and delicious. Keywords: easy pasta recipe for kids, quick dinner ideas, kid-friendly Parmesan pasta.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams pasta (any shape)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 50 grams grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper (optional)
- 2 liters water
Instructions
Bring 2 liters of water to a boil in a large pot. Add 1 teaspoon of salt.
Once the water is boiling, add 250 grams of pasta. Cook according to the package instructions, usually 8-10 minutes, until al dente.
While the pasta cooks, measure out your butter and grated Parmesan cheese.
Drain the pasta, reserving about 1/4 cup of the cooking water.
Return the drained pasta to the pot. Add 2 tablespoons of butter and stir until melted, coating the pasta evenly.
Sprinkle 50 grams of grated Parmesan cheese over the pasta and stir. If the mixture seems dry, add a tablespoon or two of the reserved pasta water to loosen it up.
Taste and adjust seasoning. Add a pinch of black pepper if desired.
Serve immediately while warm. For a fun presentation, sprinkle a little extra Parmesan on top!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
202 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.0 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.0 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 50 mg | 17% | |
| Sodium | 3271 mg | 142% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 0.4 g | 0% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.0 g | ||
| Protein | 20.1 g | 40% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 675 mg | 52% | |
| Iron | 0.1 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 11 mg | 0% | |
*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.
