Perfect Garlic Butter Spaghetti

Ingredients:

• Spaghetti – 200 g
• Water – 2 liters
• Salt – 10 g
• Garlic – 3 cloves
• Olive oil – 30 ml
• Grated Parmesan cheese – 50 g
• Fresh parsley (optional) – 5 g

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Pasta:
   • Boil water in a large pot, add salt, and cook spaghetti according to package instructions (usually 8–10 minutes) until al dente. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
2. Make the Garlic Butter Sauce:
   • While the spaghetti cooks, heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
   • Add finely minced garlic and sauté until golden and fragrant (around 1–2 minutes). Be careful not to burn it.
3. Combine Pasta and Sauce:
   • Drain the cooked spaghetti, reserving 50 ml of pasta water.
   • Add the spaghetti to the pan with the garlic oil. Toss to coat evenly.
   • If needed, add the reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce.
4. Finish the Dish:
   • Remove from heat, sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese, and mix well.
   • Garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired.

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