Spaghetti with Butter and Parmesan
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this quick and easy recipe for Spaghetti with Butter and Parmesan. Perfectly cooked al dente pasta is tossed in a luscious, creamy sauce made from unsalted butter, freshly grated Parmesan cheese, and a touch of reserved pasta water to bind it all together. With just five simple ingredients and 20 minutes from prep to plate, this Italian-inspired classic is the epitome of simple yet sophisticated dining. Finished with a sprinkle of freshly ground black pepper and optional garnishes like extra Parmesan or parsley, this dish is a go-to for busy weeknights, romantic dinners, or whenever you crave effortless elegance. Keywords: spaghetti, butter, Parmesan cheese, creamy pasta, quick dinner recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams spaghetti
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 60 grams Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground)
- 120 milliliters pasta cooking water
Instructions
Bring a large pot of water to boil and add 1 teaspoon of salt.
Add the spaghetti to the boiling water and cook according to the package instructions until al dente (about 8-10 minutes).
While the pasta is cooking, prepare the butter and Parmesan by measuring out the required quantities.
Once the spaghetti is cooked, reserve about 120 milliliters (1/2 cup) of the pasta cooking water and then drain the spaghetti.
Return the drained spaghetti to the pot while it is still hot.
Add the unsalted butter to the spaghetti and toss until the butter has melted and evenly coated the pasta.
Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the pasta and slowly add the reserved pasta water, a little at a time, tossing the spaghetti until the cheese melts and the sauce becomes creamy. You may not need all of the pasta water.
Season the dish with freshly ground black pepper and toss to distribute.
Serve immediately, optionally garnished with additional Parmesan cheese or a sprinkle of parsley.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
530 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.7 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.2 g | 101% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 80 mg | 27% | |
| Sodium | 1430 mg | 62% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.4 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.7 g | ||
| Protein | 19.0 g | 38% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 347 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 89 mg | 2% | |
*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.
