Best 4 Simple Pasta With Butter Sauce Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our selection of pasta dishes featuring the simplicity and richness of butter sauce. From the classic Spaghetti with Butter Sauce, where the delicate flavor of butter enhances the al dente pasta, to the more robust Garlic Butter Pasta, where roasted garlic adds a savory depth, each recipe promises a delightful experience. For a touch of sophistication, try the Lobster Butter Sauce Pasta, where succulent lobster meat elevates the velvety butter sauce. If you prefer a vegetarian option, the Butternut Squash and Butter Sauce Pasta offers a creamy and flavorful twist, while the Lemon Butter Sauce Pasta brings a refreshing citrusy brightness to the classic combination. Whether you're a pasta aficionado or seeking comforting and elegant dishes, our collection of butter sauce pasta recipes will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

FRESH PASTA WITH PARMESAN BUTTER SAUCE



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Provided by Food Network

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 1/3 cups (300 grams) all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
2/3 cup (100 grams) durum flour
4 eggs, room temperature, whisked
Water (if necessary)
Sea salt
1 cup vegetable stock
4 tablespoons butter
Freshly cracked black pepper
1 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano, plus more for garnish
Fresh parsley, mint or basil leaves, for garnish

Steps:

  • For the pasta: You can prepare the dough either using a stand mixer or by hand.
  • Using a stand mixer: In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the hook attachment, add the flours and mix to combine. Add the eggs and mix on medium speed until the dough come together and forms a ball. If the dough is dry, add a little water, 1 teaspoon at a time. Reduce the speed to low and mix until the dough is smooth, about 6 minutes. Wrap the dough with plastic wrap or a damp towel. Let it sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
  • By hand: On a wooden table or in a bowl, create a volcano shape with the flours. Then make a large hole in the middle. Break the eggs inside of the volcano. Whip the eggs with a fork to create a uniform color (until you can't see the difference between egg yolk and egg white). Then, little by little with the tips of your fork, start to incorporate the flour, starting from the center and moving out (never break or pass beyond the volcano). If the dough is dry, add a little water, 1 teaspoon at a time. When the mixture is uniform, use your hands and knead the dough until smooth. Wrap the dough with plastic wrap or a damp towel. Let it sit for about 30 minutes.
  • Flour the table and roll out the dough until very thin (until you can just see your hands through the dough). For pappardelle, roll the dough up into a log, lightly flouring the dough as you roll it. Slice into about 1-inch-thick slices. Unroll the slices and lay out the strips flat onto a floured sheet tray until ready to cook.
  • For the sauce: When ready to cook the pasta, bring a pot of water to a boil and add salt. Cook the pasta for 3 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a pan, bring the vegetable stock to a simmer. Add the butter and cooked pasta. Season it with freshly milled black pepper and salt. At the very end, add the Parmigiano-Reggiano little by little, stirring it in as you go. Garnish with fresh herbs and more cheese.

PASTA WITH BUTTER, SAGE AND PARMESAN



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Like many simple sauces, this one takes less time to prepare than the pasta itself. Fresh, fragrant sage is my choice of herb here, but substitutions abound. Try parsley, thyme, chervil or other green herbs in its place. Or cook minced shallot or onion in the butter until translucent. You may even toast bread crumbs or chopped nuts in the butter, just until they're lightly browned. In any case, finish the sauce with a sprinkling of Parmesan, which not only adds its distinctive sharpness, but also thickens the mixture even further.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     quick, pastas

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 pound cut pasta, like ziti
2 tablespoons butter
30 fresh sage leaves
1 cup or more freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil; salt it. Cook pasta until it is tender, but not quite done.
  • Meanwhile, place butter in a skillet or saucepan large enough to hold the cooked pasta; turn heat to medium, and add sage. Cook until butter turns nut-brown and sage shrivels, then turn heat to a minimum.
  • When the pasta is just about done, scoop out a cup of the cooking water. Drain the pasta. Immediately add it to the butter-sage mixture, and raise heat to medium. Add 3/4 cup of the water, and stir; the mixture will be loose and a little soupy. Cook for about 30 seconds, or until some of the water is absorbed and the pasta is perfectly done.
  • Stir in cheese; the sauce will become creamy. Thin it with a little more water if necessary. Season liberally with pepper and salt to taste, and serve immediately, passing more cheese at the table if you like.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 607, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 90 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 26 grams, SaturatedFat 9 grams, Sodium 397 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams

GARLIC-BUTTERED PASTA



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This pasta goes nicely with any entree. Guests always leave a spot for it on their plates. It's great hot or served cold with fresh herbs from my garden.-Stephanie Moon, Boise, Idaho.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups uncooked small pasta shells, alphabet pasta or ring macaroni
3 to 4 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup butter
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, cook garlic in butter over medium-low heat until mixture is fragrant, 4-5 minutes; remove from heat. Drain pasta; add to garlic butter. Stir in the Parmesan cheese, parsley, salt and pepper; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 401 calories, Fat 25g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 65mg cholesterol, Sodium 425mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

GARLIC BUTTER SAUCE I



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A rich, buttery sauce for pasta with herbs and garlic. Great with grated Parmesan or Romano cheese. Try serving it over your favorite pasta. Easy to double or triple.

Provided by Christine

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Pasta Sauce Recipes     Vegetarian

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 4

⅓ cup butter
1 clove crushed garlic
¼ tablespoon dried basil
2 teaspoons dried oregano

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan melt butter, add garlic and saute until cooked. Add dried oregano and dried basil and stir until heated through.
  • Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 559 calories, Carbohydrate 3.7 g, Cholesterol 162.7 mg, Fat 61.7 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 1.3 g, SaturatedFat 39 g, Sodium 437.2 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality butter: The better the butter, the better the sauce will taste. Look for butter that is made from fresh cream and has a high fat content (82% or higher).
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When cooking the pasta, make sure to use a large enough pot so that the pasta has plenty of room to move around. Overcrowding the pan will prevent the pasta from cooking evenly.
  • Cook the pasta al dente: Al dente means "to the tooth" in Italian. It refers to the texture of pasta that is cooked through but still has a slight bite to it. Cooking the pasta al dente will help to prevent it from becoming mushy.
  • Use a generous amount of butter: Don't be shy with the butter! A generous amount of butter will help to create a rich, flavorful sauce.
  • Season the sauce to taste: Once the sauce is made, taste it and adjust the seasonings as needed. You may want to add more salt, pepper, or grated Parmesan cheese.

Conclusion:

Simple pasta with butter sauce is a classic dish that is easy to make and always delicious. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a meal that is both satisfying and comforting. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special occasion dish, simple pasta with butter sauce is sure to please everyone at the table.

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