Description
Garlic butter sauce for pasta is a heavenly blend of rich butter and aromatic garlic that elevates any pasta dish to gourmet status. Perfect for cozy dinners or entertaining guests, this quick and easy recipe promises to tantalize your taste buds with every bite. With the addition of fresh parsley and Parmesan cheese, it’s not only delicious but also visually stunning—ideal for sharing on social media.
Ingredients
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- 8 oz pasta (spaghetti, fettuccine, or penne)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a medium skillet over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter.
- Add minced garlic to the melted butter and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and golden brown.
- Toss the drained pasta into the skillet with the garlic butter, mixing until well coated.
- Adjust the sauce's consistency with reserved pasta water if necessary.
- Serve topped with Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 60mg