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Garlic Butter Spaghetti

Garlic Butter Spaghetti Recipe

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 510
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb spaghetti
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/2 cup starchy pasta water
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • Finely grated Parmesan cheese, for serving

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti until al dente, about 8 to 10 minutes.
  2. While the pasta cooks, melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and red pepper flakes and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  3. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain the spaghetti. Add the hot pasta to the skillet and toss with tongs, adding splashes of pasta water until the sauce is glossy and coats the noodles, about 1 to 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Divide among bowls, top with parsley and Parmesan, and serve immediately.

Notes

The sauce is at its best within minutes of tossing, so have your bowls and garnishes ready before you drain the pasta. If the pasta seems a little dry after sitting, revive it with another splash of warm water and a quick toss.