Simmered Butter and Parmesan Pasta

Name: Simmered Butter and Parmesan Pasta
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 12 oz fettuccine; 4 tbsp unsalted butter; 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese; 2 tbsp reserved pasta water; 1/4 tsp black pepper; pinch salt

A simple, elegant pasta dish made with butter and Parmesan cheese, creating a rich sauce without cream.

Cuisine: Italian

Category: Pasta

Prep: 5 minutes. Cook: 15 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

12 oz fettuccine
4 tbsp unsalted butter
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
2 tbsp reserved pasta water
1/4 tsp black pepper
pinch salt

Instructions

Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add 12 oz fettuccine and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water.
Step 2: Melt 4 tbsp unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat until bubbling.
Step 3: Add drained fettuccine to skillet along with 2 tbsp reserved pasta water and 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Toss vigorously for 1-2 minutes until cheese melts and sauce thickens to coat pasta.
Step 4: Season with 1/4 tsp black pepper and a pinch of salt. If sauce is too thick, add 1 tsp reserved pasta water at a time until desired consistency.
Step 5: Serve immediately with additional Parmesan and black pepper.