Description
Garlic Butter Noodles is a simple and delicious pasta dish featuring tender spaghetti tossed in rich, melted butter infused with fresh garlic, lemon juice, and a hint of parsley. Ready in just 15 minutes, it's a perfect quick weeknight dinner or comforting side that's flavorful and satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 12 ounces spaghetti
Sauce
- ⅓ cup unsalted butter
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Salt, to taste
Garnish
- Chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Cook the noodles: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package directions until al dente, about 9 to 10 minutes. Reserve ¼ cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain the noodles.
- Assemble the pasta: Return the hot noodles to the pot or transfer them to a large bowl. Add the unsalted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, and reserved pasta water to the noodles.
- Melt and toss: Toss everything together vigorously while the noodles are hot, allowing the butter to melt completely and coat the pasta evenly. Adjust seasoning with salt to taste.
- Serve: Plate the garlic butter noodles warm and garnish generously with chopped fresh parsley. Enjoy immediately for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use good-quality unsalted butter for the richest flavor.
- Reserve some pasta water as it helps loosen the sauce and makes it silky.
- Adjust garlic quantity according to your preference for pungency.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a subtle heat variation.
- For a heartier dish, toss in some sautéed mushrooms or grilled chicken.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 306 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 85 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0.4 g
- Carbohydrates: 44 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 27 mg
