Herbed Spaghetti with Butter

Elevate your next pasta night with this irresistible Herbed Spaghetti with Butter, a quick and elegant dish that's bursting with fresh flavors. Featuring al dente spaghetti coated in a luscious garlic-infused butter sauce, this recipe highlights the fragrant duo of fresh parsley and basil for a truly herbaceous experience. A sprinkle of Parmesan cheese adds a creamy, savory finish, while a touch of reserved pasta water ensures a perfectly silky texture. Ready in just 25 minutes, this simple yet sophisticated meal is perfect for a weeknight dinner or as a comforting, crowd-pleasing side dish. Serve it hot, garnished with extra herbs or cheese, for an effortless and satisfying culinary delight.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams spaghetti
• 100 grams unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 50 grams grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 4 liters water

Directions

Step 1

Bring 4 liters of water to a boil in a large pot. Stir in 1 teaspoon of salt and add the spaghetti.

Step 2

Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water before draining.

Step 3

While the pasta cooks, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic to the pan and sauté for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant but not browned.

Step 5

Lower the heat and add the unsalted butter to the pan. Stir until melted and combined with the garlic.

Step 6

Add the chopped parsley and basil to the butter mixture. Stir gently to incorporate the herbs and let them cook for 1 minute.

Step 7

Transfer the drained spaghetti to the pan, tossing to coat the noodles evenly in the herbed butter.

Step 8

If the spaghetti looks dry, add a little of the reserved pasta water, one tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is achieved.

Step 9

Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, ensuring it melts into the sauce and coats the pasta.

Step 10

Season with fresh black pepper to taste and adjust salt if needed.

Step 11

Serve immediately, garnished with additional fresh herbs or cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	4647.4 grams (4647.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1701

Total Fat 118.50g	152%
Saturated Fat 63.10g	316%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 271mg	90%
Sodium 3355mg	146%
Total Carbohydrate 126.70g	46%
Dietary Fiber 7.90g	28%
Total Sugars 3.90g
Protein 44.70g	89%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 907mg	70%
Iron 8mg	43%
Potassium 320mg	7%

*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: 60.9%

Protein: 10.2%

Carbs: 28.9%