Penne With Butter Recipe
A comforting dish of al dente penne pasta tossed in rich, creamy butter for a simple yet delicious meal.
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Ingredients
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Pasta Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Cook the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the penne pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water and then drain the pasta.
- 2
Prepare the Sauce
In a large skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Once melted, add the cooked pasta to the skillet.
- 3
Combine and Serve
Toss the pasta in the butter until well coated. If the pasta seems dry, add a little reserved pasta water. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Serve topped with grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh parsley.
