Spaghetti and Browned Butter with Mizythra Cheese
Indulge in the irresistible simplicity of Spaghetti and Browned Butter with Mizythra Cheese, a classic Greek-inspired dish that delivers maximum flavor with minimal effort. Featuring perfectly al dente spaghetti coated in nutty, golden-brown butter and crowned with salty, tangy Mizythra cheese, this recipe is a celebration of luxurious yet approachable comfort food. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s an ideal weeknight dinner that feels fancy without the fuss. For an added layer of freshness, garnish with chopped parsley and a sprinkle of black pepper. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or craving something cozy, this rich and savory pasta dish is sure to impress. Keywords: Spaghetti recipe, browned butter sauce, Mizythra cheese, quick pasta recipes, Greek-inspired pasta.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 g Spaghetti
- 115 g Unsalted butter
- 120 g Mizythra cheese (grated)
- 1 tsp Salt
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley (optional, chopped)
- 0.5 tsp Freshly ground black pepper (optional)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to the package instructions until al dente, typically around 10-12 minutes.
While the spaghetti cooks, place the butter in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat. Allow it to melt, then stir and cook for about 5-7 minutes until it turns a golden-brown, develops a nutty aroma, and small browned bits form on the bottom. Be careful not to burn the butter. Once browned, remove the saucepan from heat.
Drain the cooked spaghetti and return it to the pot. Pour the browned butter over the spaghetti, making sure to include the browned bits for extra flavor.
Add the grated Mizythra cheese to the pot and toss the spaghetti gently to combine, ensuring the cheese evenly coats the pasta.
Taste and adjust with additional salt, if needed. If using, sprinkle chopped parsley and freshly ground black pepper over the pasta for added garnish and flavor.
Serve immediately and enjoy this rich, comforting dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2024 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 141.5 g | 181% | |
| Saturated Fat | 84.2 g | 421% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 362 mg | 121% | |
| Sodium | 3238 mg | 141% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 144.0 g | 52% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.5 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.2 g | ||
| Protein | 57.1 g | 114% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 940 mg | 72% | |
| Iron | 8.7 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 340 mg | 7% | |
*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.
