Buttercup Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

Linguine noodles with butter

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Ingredients

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1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring 4-6 quarts of water to a rolling boil. Add a pinch of salt to the water.
2
Cook Linguine
Add the linguine noodles to the boiling water. Cook according to package instructions, usually about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
3
Drain and Set Aside
Once the linguine is al dente, drain it in a colander and reserve about 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water. Set the linguine aside.

4
Melt Butter
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the unsalted butter. Allow it to melt completely without browning.
5
Sauté Garlic
Once the butter is melted, add the minced garlic cloves. Sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant and lightly golden.
6
Season Sauce
Add salt and black pepper to taste. Stir well to combine.

7
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained linguine to the skillet with the butter sauce. Toss gently to coat the noodles thoroughly. If the pasta seems dry, add a bit of the reserved pasta cooking water.
8
Garnish and Serve
Remove from heat and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley. Serve immediately while hot.