Description
This Garlic Buttered Noodles recipe is a simple yet flavorful dish combining tender pasta tossed in a rich, garlicky butter sauce and finished with Parmesan cheese. Perfect as a quick weeknight dinner or a comforting side, it highlights the classic combination of garlic and butter to elevate ordinary noodles to delicious perfection.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 8 ounces dried pasta noodles
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt, to taste
- Ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and add the dried pasta noodles. Cook until al dente according to package instructions, usually about 8-10 minutes. Before draining, reserve 3/4 cup of the pasta cooking water to use later in the sauce.
- Prepare garlic butter sauce: In a skillet, melt 3 tablespoons of butter over low heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté gently until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes, being careful not to brown the garlic to avoid bitterness.
- Toss pasta with sauce: Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the garlic butter. Toss well to coat the noodles evenly in the buttery garlic sauce.
- Add Parmesan and adjust consistency: Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the pasta and stir to incorporate. If the noodles seem dry or need loosening up, gradually add the reserved pasta water until the desired consistency is reached.
- Season and serve: Season the noodles with salt and ground black pepper to taste. Serve immediately while warm and enjoy this comforting, savory dish.
Notes
- Reserve some pasta water to create a silky sauce that clings to the noodles better.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best flavor and melting quality.
- Adjust garlic amount based on your preference for a stronger or milder garlic taste.
- This recipe can easily be doubled or halved depending on servings needed.
- For a richer taste, add an extra tablespoon of butter or a sprinkle of fresh parsley for garnish.
