Quick And Easy Garlic Butter Noodles Recipe
This quick and easy garlic butter noodles recipe is a simple yet flavorful dish. Made with a handful of ingredients, it’s the perfect side or main dish. Ready in no time, these buttery, garlicky noodles are sure to become a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti or noodles of choice
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Toss the cooked noodles into the skillet, mixing well to coat with the garlic butter. Add reserved pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese, red pepper flakes, and parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately, garnished with additional parsley or cheese if desired.
Notes
- For extra protein, add cooked chicken, shrimp, or tofu.
- Adjust the garlic and butter quantities to suit your taste.
- Gluten-free noodles work well for this recipe.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 230 mg