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Pasta with butter and parmesan Recipe

Italian · Main course · 15 min total

A simple yet indulgent Italian classic, this pasta with butter and parmesan is creamy, comforting, and ready in minutes.

Ingredients

• 12 oz (340 g) dried spaghetti or other long pasta
• 4 tbsp (56 g) unsalted butter, cubed
• 1 cup (100 g) freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 cup reserved pasta water

Instructions

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente.
2. Reserve 1/4 cup pasta water before draining. Drain pasta well.
3. Return the hot pasta to the pot. Add butter, Parmesan, salt, and pepper. Toss vigorously until butter melts and cheese coats the pasta, adding pasta water a little at a time to create a creamy sauce.
4. Serve immediately, passing extra Parmesan at the table.

Tips

• Use high-quality Parmesan and grate it fresh for best flavor and texture.
• For extra richness, add a splash of heavy cream with the butter.
• This dish is best served immediately; leftovers may become dry.

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