Description
Buttered Noodles are the ultimate comfort food — warm, buttery, and perfectly seasoned with a touch of salt, pepper, and herbs. Simple yet satisfying, this dish is perfect as a quick side or a cozy main meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz egg noodles, wide or medium
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese (optional)
- 2 tbsp pasta water
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Add the egg noodles and cook until tender, about 8 to 10 minutes.
- Drain the noodles, reserving 2 tablespoons of pasta water.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the cooked noodles to the skillet and toss to coat in the melted butter.
- Pour in the reserved pasta water and stir until the noodles are glossy and evenly coated.
- Season with salt, pepper, and parsley. Toss again and sprinkle Parmesan on top if desired.
- Serve warm and enjoy.
Notes
- Use unsalted butter to control saltiness.
- Save some pasta water — it helps the butter coat the noodles perfectly.
- Add a touch of lemon zest or garlic for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 25mg