Garlic Herb Butter Pasta

Ingredients:

• 1 lb pasta (spaghetti or penne)
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup butter
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Cook pasta according to package directions; reserve 1/2 cup pasta water before draining
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat
3. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant
4. Melt butter in the skillet and stir in Parmesan cheese until smooth
5. Add cooked pasta to the pan, tossing to coat
6. Add reserved pasta water as needed to create a creamy sauce
7. Season with salt and pepper, garnish with fresh parsley

Prep/Cook Time: 15 minutes

This creamy, garlicky pasta combines rich flavors in minutes using just your most essential pantry items!