Buttery Parmesan Pasta Side

Name: Buttery Parmesan Pasta Side
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients: 75g pasta (such as elbow macaroni or small shells); 1 tablespoon unsalted butter; 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese; Salt, to taste; Freshly ground black pepper, to taste; 1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)

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15 minTotal time

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320kcal / serving

Ingredients

For 1 serving

servings

75g pasta (such as elbow macaroni or small shells)
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Salt, to taste
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)

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A simple and comforting pasta side dish featuring tender noodles tossed in rich buttery sauce and sprinkled with savory Parmesan cheese. Perfect to complement any main course.

Steps

Cook pasta in boiling salted water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In the same pot, melt the butter over low heat.
Return the drained pasta to the pot and toss with the melted butter to coat evenly.
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and combined.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Garnish with chopped parsley if using, and serve warm.