Description
This buttered noodles recipe takes everything you love about the simple classic and turns it up a notch — creamy, garlicky, lemony, and loaded with parmesan. It’s an easy one-pot meal that’s rich, comforting, and ready in under 30 minutes. Whether you’re feeding a crowd or just craving a cozy bowl, this one hits the spot every time.
Ingredients
4 tablespoons butter
6–7 garlic cloves, minced
8 oz ditalini or your favorite small pasta
1 tablespoon chicken bouillon or 2.5 cups chicken broth
2.5 cups water (if using bouillon)
Juice of 1 lemon
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 cup heavy cream
3 oz freshly grated parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper, to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add minced garlic and sauté 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
Stir in the dry pasta. Add chicken bouillon and water, or use chicken broth instead.
Bring to a boil, then cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 10–12 minutes or until pasta is fully cooked.
Squeeze in lemon juice. Add red pepper flakes and heavy cream. Stir to combine.
Slowly add parmesan cheese and stir until melted and smooth.
Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.
Garnish with parsley and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
Nutrition
- Calories: 480
- Fat: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g