Brown Butter Spaghetti
User Reviews
4.6
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
772 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Brown Butter Spaghetti
Description
Brown Butter Spaghetti transforms basic spaghetti into an elegant dish by preparing browned butter as the sauce. Butter is melted and cooked patiently until it turns light brown with a nutty aroma, adding complex warmth and richness. Romano and Parmesan cheeses are combined for a salty, tangy complement that coats the hot pasta evenly. Fresh chopped parsley adds herbaceous brightness and a pop of color.
The balance of the creamy butter and sharp cheeses with al dente spaghetti creates a harmonious texture profile. Salt is added to taste to enhance all flavors. This pasta is best served immediately to enjoy the maximum buttery aroma and cheese melt.
This dish works well as a main course or a side with proteins or vegetables. It emphasizes simple, quality ingredients prepared with attention to technique.
Ingredients
- 16 ounces spaghetti
- 1 cup butter unsalted
- 8 ounces Romano cheese
- 4 ounces Parmesan Cheese
- ¼ cup parsley fresh chopped
- salt to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions.
- While the water is boiling and pasta is cooking, brown the butter.
- Slice the butter into tablespoons.
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat, stirring often, until the butter turns a light brown color and smells nutty and caramely. (Takes less than 10 minutes. Watch closely! Once it starts to brown it will brown quickly and can burn easily.)
- Combine the cheeses.
- Place the spaghetti on a platter or in a large bowl or skillet.
- Sprinkle with cheeses, then drizzle with browned butter.
- Sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Calories are estimated for six servings; specific nutritional content may vary by ingredient brand.
- Carefully watch the butter while browning to prevent burning, stirring frequently.
- Serve the pasta immediately to enjoy the aroma and texture at its best.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 772 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 772kcal | 39% |
| Carbohydrates | 58g | 19% |
| Protein | 29g | 58% |
| Fat | 47g | 72% |
| Saturated Fat | 29g | 145% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 12g | 60% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 134mg | 45% |
| Sodium | 765mg | 32% |
| Potassium | 228mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 1250IU | 25% |
| Calcium | 651mg | 65% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.6
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