Description
A quick and flavorful Garlic Parmesan Pasta made with just five ingredients, perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
8 oz pasta (spaghetti or preferred type)
4 tablespoons butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain, reserving 1/4 cup of pasta water.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss it in the garlic butter mixture.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese and reserved pasta water, tossing to combine. Add more water if needed to achieve a creamy consistency.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste and garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.
Notes
For extra protein, add grilled chicken, shrimp, or bacon.
For a spicy kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
To make the dish vegan, use vegan butter and plant-based cheese alternatives.
For added flavor, try incorporating dried Italian herbs or fresh basil.
Sauté spinach or mushrooms in the garlic butter for a vegetable-filled version.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
