Ingredients
– 8 ounces spaghetti or any pasta of your choice
– 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
– 4 cloves garlic, minced
– ½ teaspoon salt
– Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Creating Garlic Butter Pasta is straightforward and enjoyable. Follow these simple steps to whip up your dish:
1. Cook the Pasta: In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of the pasta water, then drain the rest.
2. Melt the Butter: In the same pot, reduce the heat to medium. Add the butter and let it melt.
3. Add Garlic: Once the butter is melted, add the minced garlic. Sauté for about 1-2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant but not browned.
4. Combine Pasta: Add the drained pasta to the pot. Toss to coat the pasta in the garlic butter sauce.
5. Adjust Consistency: If the pasta seems dry, add a little reserved pasta water until you reach the desired consistency.
6. Season: Sprinkle with salt and toss again to combine.
7. Garnish: Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
These easy steps will guide you in creating a delectable dish of Garlic Butter Pasta that is sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 10g