Here’s a super-simple, classic Buttered Noodles recipe—comfort food at its easiest 🍝🧈
Buttered Noodles (Serves 2–4)
Ingredients
- 250 g (8–9 oz) egg noodles, spaghetti, or any pasta
- 3–4 tbsp unsalted butter
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper
- Optional: grated Parmesan, chopped parsley, or garlic
Instructions
- Cook the noodles
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Add noodles and cook until al dente.
- Drain, reserving a small cup of pasta water.
- Butter & season
- Return noodles to the pot while hot.
- Add butter and toss until melted and noodles are coated.
- If too dry, add a splash of reserved pasta water.
- Finish
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Optional: stir in Parmesan, parsley, or a bit of sautéed garlic for extra flavor.
Tips
- Butter + pasta water trick: Adds silkiness without extra butter
- Don’t overcook noodles—they absorb butter quickly
- Can serve as a side for meatloaf, chicken, or beef stew
Variations
- Garlic Buttered Noodles: Sauté 2 cloves minced garlic in butter first
- Cheesy: Stir in Parmesan or shredded cheddar
- Herbed: Add parsley, thyme, or basil
- Spicy: Sprinkle red chili flakes
If you want, I can give a restaurant-style ultra-silky version that tastes richer than just plain buttered noodles.
Do you want me to do that?
