Simple buttered noodles are one of those comfort foods that work every time—quick, cheap, and hard to mess up.
🍝 Buttered Noodles (Basic Recipe)
Ingredients:
- 2 cups noodles (any kind: spaghetti, macaroni, etc.)
- 2–3 tbsp butter
- Salt (to taste)
- Black pepper (optional)
- 2–3 tbsp pasta water (optional, but helps texture)
🔪 Steps:
- Boil the noodles
Cook in salted water until tender. Save a little of the pasta water before draining. - Drain
Don’t rinse (keeps them flavorful). - Add butter
While noodles are still hot, mix in butter so it melts evenly. - Season
Add salt, pepper, and a splash of pasta water if you want it silky.
💡 Easy upgrades (if you have extras):
- Garlic (lightly sauté before adding noodles)
- Grated cheese
- Chili flakes 🌶️
- A squeeze of lemon for freshness
It’s simple on purpose—but that’s the charm. If you want, I can show you a creamy version without cream or a spicy desi-style twist.