Ingredients for Simple Spaghetti Dish
- 1 pound spaghetti
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup reserved pasta water
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How to Make Simple Spaghetti Dish
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add 1 pound of spaghetti and cook according to package directions, usually 8-10 minutes, until al dente.
- While the pasta cooks, prepare your butter, salt, and pepper.
- Once the pasta is cooked, drain it thoroughly, reserving about 1/4 cup of pasta water.
- Return the drained spaghetti to the pot.
- Add 2 tablespoons of butter, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper (or to your taste). Add a splash of the reserved pasta water if needed to create a creamy consistency.
- Toss everything together until the spaghetti is evenly coated.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your simple yet satisfying spaghetti!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
31 g
Sugar
8g
Fat
74g
Carbs
28g
