Description
A simple yet flavorful dish that combines pasta with a rich herb-infused butter sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta of your choice
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in the chopped parsley and cook for another minute.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat in the herb butter.
- Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper, and toss again.
- Serve immediately, garnished with additional parsley if desired.
Notes
- Feel free to add other herbs like basil or thyme for extra flavor.
- This dish pairs well with grilled chicken or shrimp.
- For a vegan version, substitute butter with olive oil and omit cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Herb Butter Pasta, Pasta Recipe, Simple Pasta Dish