Garlic Butter Pasta
This easy garlic butter pasta combines tender spaghetti with a rich, aromatic sauce made from melted butter and fresh garlic. Ready in under 20 minutes, it’s perfect for quick weeknight dinners.
Equipment
- Large Pot
- Skillet
- Colander
Ingredients
Pasta
- 300 g spaghetti
Sauce
- 4 tbsp butter unsalted
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- salt to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook spaghetti according to package directions until al dente.
- Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 60–90 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat evenly.
- Add 2–3 tablespoons reserved pasta water and mix until a silky sauce forms.
- Season with salt, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve immediately.
Notes
Serve immediately for best texture. Add grated Parmesan or chili flakes for extra flavor if desired.