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Garlic Butter Noodles Recipe

Irresistibly Easy Garlic Butter Noodles Recipe in 20 Minutes

This Garlic Butter Noodles Recipe is a quick, four-ingredient dish that delivers savory comfort in just 20 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Dried Pasta Noodles Any shape, like spaghetti or penne
For the Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Or substitute with olive oil for a lighter twist
  • 3 cloves Garlic Cloves Minced
For the Finish
  • 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Pecorino Romano is a substitute
  • to taste Salt Essential for seasoning
  • to taste Ground Black Pepper Essential for seasoning
  • optional Chopped Parsley For garnish

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Skillet

Method
 

How to Make Garlic Butter Noodles
  1. Boil Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente, usually 8-10 minutes. Reserve 3/4 cup of cooking water, then drain pasta.
  2. Sauté Garlic: In a skillet over low heat, melt butter. Add minced garlic and sauté gently until fragrant but not browned, about 1-2 minutes.
  3. Combine Pasta & Sauce: Toss drained pasta into the skillet, mix in remaining butter and Parmesan cheese. Slowly add reserved pasta water until noodles are glossy.
  4. Season & Serve: Season with salt and pepper, serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan and parsley.

Notes

Optional: Drizzle with a little olive oil for added richness. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.