Buttered Noodles Recipe
American · Side dish · 15 min total
A simple, comforting dish of tender pasta tossed in butter and seasoned with salt and pepper. Ready in minutes, it's a perfect side or quick meal.
5
min prep
min prep
10
min cook
min cook
4
servings
servings
320
kcal/serving
kcal/serving
Ingredients
- 8 ounces egg noodles or fettuccine
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more for pasta water
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente.
- Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain the pasta.
- Return the empty pot to low heat and add the butter. Swirl until melted.
- Add the drained pasta, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat, adding a splash of reserved pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.
- Serve immediately, garnished with parsley if desired.
Tips
- For extra flavor, use salted butter and reduce added salt.
- Add a pinch of garlic powder or grated Parmesan cheese for variation.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days; reheat with a splash of water or milk.
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