Buttered Noodles with Parmesan : The Ultimate Comfort Bowl
Buttered noodles are a timeless comfort food—simple, warm, and endlessly satisfying. With just a few pantry staples, this recipe delivers cozy flavor in under 15 minutes. The parmesan adds a salty, cheesy richness that melts into the buttered pasta for the perfect bite every time.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 2–3 1x
Ingredients
8 oz pasta (egg noodles, spaghetti, or your favorite shape)
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/3 cup grated
Optional: chopped parsley, garlic powder, or a squeeze of lemon parmesan cheese (plus more for serving)
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
Cook pasta according to package instructions in salted water until al dente.
Reserve about 1/4 cup of pasta water, then drain the noodles.
Return hot pasta to the pot and stir in the butter until melted and coating all the noodles.
Add parmesan and a splash of reserved pasta water to help it melt into a silky sauce.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Serve warm with extra parmesan and fresh parsley if desired.
Nutrition
- Calories: 400–450 per serving