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A plate of creamy garlic butter pasta garnished with fresh parsley.

Garlic Butter Parmesan Pasta

A quick and delicious pasta side dish made with garlic, butter, and Parmesan cheese, perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 320 kcal

Equipment

  • Saucepan

Ingredients
  

Pasta

  • 1 lb spaghetti

Sauce

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 2 tbsp parsley chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  • In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Add the cooked spaghetti to the pan and toss to coat in the butter mixture.
  • Stir in Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

This pasta pairs well with grilled chicken, seafood, or roasted vegetables. Feel free to add a squeeze of lemon for extra freshness!
Keyword Garlic Butter, Parmesan, Pasta