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Simple Garlic Basil Brown Butter Pasta Recipe

Enjoy a taste of summer with this Garlic Basil Brown Butter Pasta, featuring fresh cherry tomatoes and ready in just 20 minutes. This dish is the perfect way to kick off tomato season early, with a buttery, basil-infused sauce that's complemented by the subtle heat of black pepper.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Simple Garlic Basil Brown Butter Pasta Recipe
Servings: 2
Calories: 732kcal

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces pasta
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
  • Salt and pepper
  • Grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  • Cook the pasta according to the package directions until al dente. Drain the pasta and reserve about 1/2 cup of the pasta water.
  • While the pasta is cooking, melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the butter until it turns golden brown and has a nutty aroma. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
  • Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook until fragrant, stirring constantly. This should take about 30 seconds.
  • Remove the skillet from the heat and add the chopped basil leaves, stirring to combine.
  • Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss until the pasta is coated with the brown butter sauce. If the pasta seems dry, add some of the reserved pasta water a little at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
  • Season the pasta with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve the pasta hot, sprinkled with grated Parmesan cheese. Enjoy your quick and easy Garlic Basil Brown Butter Pasta!

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Nutrition

Calories: 732kcal | Carbohydrates: 87g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 36g | Saturated Fat: 22g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 90mg | Sodium: 13mg | Potassium: 305mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1367IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 55mg | Iron: 2mg
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