Creamy Garlic Butter Pasta
A quick, comforting pasta dish made with garlic, butter, and parmesan. Perfect for busy weeknights—rich, simple, and delicious.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings
2 servings
Ingredients
- 200g pasta (spaghetti or penne)
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
1
Boil Pasta
Boil pasta in salted water until al dente, about 8–10 minutes. Drain and reserve a little pasta water for later use.
2
Add Ingredients
In same pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté gently for 1 minute until fragrant, but not browned or burnt.
3
Stir Pasta
Return pasta to pot, add grated parmesan, salt, pepper, and a splash of reserved water. Stir until creamy and fully combined.
4
Serve Hot
Plate the pasta hot and garnish with chopped parsley if desired. Serve immediately for best flavor and perfect cheesy texture.
