Quick And Easy Garlic Butter Noodles Recipe
This quick and easy garlic butter noodles recipe is a deliciously simple dish packed with buttery, garlicky flavor. Made with pantry staples, it's a perfect go-to meal for busy weeknights or a tasty side dish for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish, Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American, Italian-Inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti or noodles of choice
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 tsp red chili flakes (optional)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the noodles in salted boiling water according to package instructions. Reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water, then drain.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
- Stir in red chili flakes (if using) and the reserved pasta water. Mix well.
- Toss the cooked noodles into the skillet, coating them evenly in the garlic butter sauce.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Sprinkle Parmesan cheese and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Adjust garlic and butter quantities to suit your taste.
- Add a squeeze of lemon juice for a fresh tangy flavor.
- Great as a side dish or a light main meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 210mg