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Garlic Butter Spaghetti

This garlic butter spaghetti with herbs is a simple twist on the traditional. Made with a garlic butter sauce, fresh basil and spinach, and Parmesan cheese.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb whole wheat spaghetti
  • 6 tablespoons butter plus more for serving
  • 8 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 large bunch fresh basil chopped
  • 1 large bunch baby spinach chopped
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • Parmigiano Reggiano cheese for topping (to taste)

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Cook the spaghetti according to package directions.
  2. Meanwhile, heat the butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium-low heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 3-5 minutes, until soft and fragrant. Be careful not to burn or over-brown the garlic as it will taste bitter. Low and slow is the winner here.
  3. Chop the spinach and basil (about 5 cups total – it reduces quite a bit as it wilts) into small bite-sized pieces and add to the skillet, stirring for just a minute or two to get the greens softened slightly. Season with salt.
  4. Add the spaghetti to the skillet and season with salt and pepper. Toss well to combine and let it all rest for a few minutes to stick together a bit. Serve with an additional pat of butter and/or fresh grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese.

Notes

This simple, delicious spaghetti dish is perfect for a quick weeknight meal. Adjust herbs and Parmesan to your liking for a personalized flavor.