Simple Garlic Butter Pasta Dinner
This simple garlic butter pasta is a quick and satisfying meal, perfect for a weeknight dinner. It features perfectly cooked pasta coated in a rich and fragrant garlic butter sauce.
Equipment
- Large pot
- Large skillet or pan
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound pasta of your choice (spaghetti, fettuccine, linguine, or penne)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (1 stick / 113g)
- 4-6 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- Salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
Instructions
- Boil salted water and cook pasta until al dente, then reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat, add minced garlic, and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and lightly golden.
- Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the garlic butter and toss to coat thoroughly.
- Gradually add reserved pasta water, tossing vigorously, until a glossy, silky sauce forms.
- Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper, then taste and adjust as needed before serving immediately.
Notes
For a richer flavor, you can add a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese at the end or a pinch of red pepper flakes for a subtle kick.