Insanely Delicious Garlic Butter Pasta Recipe
Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Insanely Delicious Garlic Butter Pasta Recipe, a quick and easy dish perfect for any occasion. This gourmet recipe features confit garlic that infuses the butter sauce with an irresistible richness, making it the ideal choice for cozy dinners or impressing guests. With just a handful of pantry staples, you can whip up a comforting meal that’s both satisfying and elegant. Pair it with fresh herbs, grilled chicken, or roasted vegetables for a truly versatile dining experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 1 bulb garlic (peeled cloves)
- 1 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2–3 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 100 grams butter (room temperature)
- 200 grams dried pasta
- Parmesan cheese (for serving)
- Black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C) and place peeled garlic cloves in an oven-safe dish; cover with olive oil and add rosemary. Bake for about 45 minutes until soft.
- Meanwhile, boil salted water in a large pot and cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve a cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet over low heat, melt butter and add confit garlic along with some infused oil. Stir in black pepper.
- Toss drained pasta into the skillet, adding reserved pasta water as necessary to reach desired sauce consistency.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional rosemary and freshly grated Parmesan.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup cooked pasta (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 30g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg