Quick And Easy Garlic Butter Noodles Recipe
This quick and easy garlic butter noodles recipe is bursting with buttery, garlicky goodness. Made with simple ingredients like pasta, garlic, butter, and a touch of seasonings, it’s the perfect side dish or light meal for busy days. Enjoy this savory, flavorful dish in just 20 minutes!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish, Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti or noodles of choice
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt (or to taste)
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning (optional)
- 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Boil the pasta in salted water according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water and drain.
- In a large pan, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat until melted.
- Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
- Stir in the cooked pasta, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning (if using). Toss to combine.
- If the noodles seem dry, add a splash of reserved pasta water to loosen them.
- Serve warm, garnished with chopped parsley and Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
- Use any type of pasta you prefer, such as linguine, fettuccine, or angel hair.
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of red chili flakes or squeeze fresh lemon juice over the noodles.
- Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg