Description
Indulge in the rich and comforting flavors of this Cheesy Garlic Butter Linguine Pasta recipe. With a perfect blend of garlic, butter, and two types of cheese, this dish is a quick and easy weeknight favorite that will satisfy your pasta cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta:
- 12 oz linguine pasta
Sauce:
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup pasta water (reserved)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Garnish:
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Cook the Linguine: Boil linguine in salted water until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic and red pepper flakes. Add cooked linguine, cheeses, and pasta water. Stir until melted.
- Season and Serve: Season with salt, pepper, and parsley. Serve hot.
Notes
- For extra richness, stir in a splash of heavy cream.
- Add sautéed mushrooms, spinach, or grilled chicken for a heartier dish.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 440
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
