Garlic Butter Pasta
Spaghetti tossed with melted garlic butter, red pepper flakes, and fresh parsley. Ready in under 20 minutes—simple, garlicky, and satisfying.
- Total time
- 18 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 420
- Protein
- 12g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Bring a pot of salted water to boil. Add spaghetti and cook until al dente, ~9 minutes.
Step 2
Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain spaghetti and set aside.
Step 3
Melt butter in the same pot over medium heat. Add garlic and red pepper flakes.
Step 4
Cook garlic for 60 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
Step 5
Return spaghetti to the pot. Add 1/4 cup pasta water and toss until glossy, ~2 minutes.
Step 6
Stir in parsley. Season with salt and pepper. Add more pasta water if needed.
Step 7
Divide between bowls and serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- large pot
- wooden spoon
- colander
- measuring cups
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