Ingredients
12 oz spaghetti
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup (8 tbsp) unsalted butter
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat
Cook spaghetti according to package instructions for al dente (about 8-10 minutes), then drain, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water
Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat
Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned
Remove from heat and toss hot pasta directly in the skillet with garlic butter mixture
Add reserved pasta water, 1 tbsp at a time, until sauce coats noodles
Season with salt and pepper
Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese
Garnish with chopped parsley before serving
Notes
Use fresh garlic for the most aromatic results
Adjust cheese quantity based on dietary preferences
One-pan cooking ensures concentrated flavor and easy cleanup
Parmesan can be omitted for vegan adaptation
- Prep Time: 5
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: Quick Chicken
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 80mg