Garlic Butter Noodles Recipe - Simple & Delicious (Print Version)

Easy Garlic Butter Noodles recipe with rich flavors, perfect for a quick dinner or side dish. Ready in under 20 minutes!

# Recipe Info:

Prep Time: 7 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 10 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 17 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: Italian-American
Dietary: Vegetarian

# Ingredients:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - Spaghetti or pasta of choice
02 - Unsalted butter
03 - Fresh garlic
04 - Grated Parmesan cheese
05 - Salt
06 - Ground black pepper

→ Optional Ingredients

07 - Red pepper flakes
08 - Fresh parsley
09 - Lemon zest

# Instructions:

01 - Begin by boiling spaghetti in salted water according to package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
02 - In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until golden and fragrant.
03 - Toss the cooked pasta into the skillet. Add reserved pasta water, Parmesan cheese, and mix well. Taste and adjust seasoning.

# Notes:

01 - Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Reserve pasta water for a creamy sauce.

# Tools You'll Need:

01 - Large pot
02 - Skillet
03 - Knife
04 - Pasta strainer

# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):

Calories: 350
Total Fat: 20g
Total Carbohydrate: 35g
Protein: 10g