Description
This butter pasta recipe is a simple, comforting dish made with tender pasta tossed in rich melted butter and Parmesan cheese. Perfect as a quick weeknight meal or an easy side dish.
Ingredients
- 12 ounces spaghetti or pasta of choice
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup reserved pasta water
- Salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- Reserve 1/4 cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta.
- Return the hot pasta to the pot and add the butter. Toss until the butter is completely melted and evenly coats the pasta.
- Add the grated Parmesan cheese and a splash of the reserved pasta water. Toss until creamy and well combined. Add more pasta water as needed to loosen the sauce.
- Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Garnish with chopped parsley if desired and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use high-quality butter and freshly grated Parmesan for the best flavor.
- Add minced garlic sautéed in butter for extra depth.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat gently with a splash of water to restore creaminess.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 13 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg
