Garlic Browned Butter Noodles (Print Version)
Tender noodles tossed in garlic browned butter and fresh herbs for a savory, easy vegetarian main.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Pasta
01 - 12 ounces fettuccine or wide egg noodles
02 - Salt for boiling water
→ Browned Butter
03 - 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
04 - 4 garlic cloves, finely minced
→ Finishings
05 - 1/4 cup reserved pasta water
06 - 1/3 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
07 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
08 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
09 - Zest of 1 lemon (optional)
# How to Make It:
01 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the noodles and cook according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup of the pasta water, then drain well.
02 - While the noodles cook, melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Swirl occasionally until butter foams and turns golden brown with a nutty aroma, about 4 to 5 minutes. Watch carefully to prevent burning.
03 - Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Immediately remove skillet from heat to avoid burning the garlic.
04 - Add drained noodles to the skillet with browned butter. Toss thoroughly to coat the noodles.
05 - Mix in reserved pasta water, parmesan cheese, parsley, black pepper, and lemon zest if desired. Toss until cheese is melted and ingredients are fully incorporated. Adjust seasoning to taste. Serve immediately, garnished with extra parmesan and fresh parsley.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Quick and easy to prepare in under 30 minutes
- Rich flavor from garlic-infused browned butter for comfort food satisfaction
02 -
- This dish contains wheat (gluten) and dairy (butter parmesan)
- Always verify pasta labels for egg if allergies are a concern
03 -
- Watch the butter carefully so it browns without burning for the perfect nutty flavor
- Toss the noodles with cheese off the heat so the parmesan melts smoothly