Nutrition Facts for Brown butter pasta

Brown Butter Pasta

Indulge in the rich, nutty goodness of Brown Butter Pasta—a simple yet decadent dish that elevates weeknight dinners to gourmet levels. Featuring browned butter infused with minced garlic, each strand of spaghetti is luxuriously coated in a silky, golden sauce enhanced with freshly grated Parmesan cheese. With just a hint of lemon for brightness and a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a burst of color, this recipe is the perfect balance of comforting and sophisticated. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy pasta recipe is ideal for busy evenings or when you're craving an elegant meal with minimal effort. Perfectly customizable and endlessly satisfying, Brown Butter Pasta is a timeless classic you'll want to make again and again.

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100
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Prep Time:10 mins
Cook Time:15 mins
Total Time:25 mins
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 12 ounces spaghetti or other pasta
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice, freshly squeezed (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta and set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Cook it while stirring gently until it begins to foam, and then turns a golden brown color and develops a nutty aroma. This should take about 4-5 minutes. Be careful not to let it burn.

Step 3

Lower the heat to medium-low and add the minced garlic to the browned butter. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until the garlic is fragrant but not browned.

Step 4

Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the browned butter and garlic. Toss to coat the pasta evenly in the butter sauce.

Step 5

Gradually add the reserved pasta cooking water, a few tablespoons at a time, tossing the pasta as you go to create a silky sauce. Add enough water to achieve your desired consistency.

Step 6

Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. Toss until the cheese is melted and the pasta is evenly coated.

Step 7

If desired, stir in the lemon juice for a hint of brightness.

Step 8

Serve the pasta immediately, garnished with chopped fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size 699.9 grams (699.9g)
Amount per serving % Daily Value*
Calories 2168
Total Fat 142.20g 182%
Saturated Fat 85.40g 427%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 376mg 125%
Sodium 5983mg 260%
Total Carbohydrate 120.20g 44%
Dietary Fiber 7.10g 25%
Total Sugars 2.50g
Protein 111.40g 223%
Vitamin D 0IU 0%
Calcium 2688mg 207%
Iron 4mg 22%
Potassium 635mg 14%
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.0%
Protein: 20.2%
Carbs: 21.8%