Butter Noodles
Butter noodles are a nostalgic comfort food that brings joy with every bite. This simple yet delicious recipe features tender egg noodles tossed in rich, melted unsalted butter, seasoned to perfection with salt and pepper. Perfect for busy weeknights or as a side dish, you can elevate them by adding Parmesan cheese or mixing in your favorite proteins and veggies. With just a few ingredients, this dish is a warm hug on a plate that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 8 oz egg noodles
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Boil a large pot of salted water. Cook the egg noodles according to package instructions until al dente.
- Drain the noodles in a colander but do not rinse. Return to the pot while still warm.
- Add unsalted butter and stir gently until melted and evenly coats the noodles.
- Season with salt and freshly cracked pepper to taste.
- If desired, sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 200g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg