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Creamy Garlic Butter Spaghetti Recipe - garlic spaghetti

Creamy Garlic Butter Spaghetti Recipe

Savor this creamy garlic spaghetti featuring fresh basil and tender spinach for a quick, delicious meal.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 6
Calories 650 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb whole wheat spaghetti
  • 6 tablespoons butter
  • 8 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 large bunch basil, chopped
  • 1 large bunch baby spinach, chopped
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • Parmigiano Reggiano cheese for topping

Instructions
 

  • Cook spaghetti according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.
  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Gently sauté minced garlic for 3-5 minutes until fragrant.
  • Stir in chopped basil and spinach. Cook for 1-2 minutes until softened. Season with salt.
  • Add drained spaghetti to the skillet with garlic, butter, and greens. Add black pepper and toss thoroughly.
  • If pasta seems dry, add a splash of reserved pasta water to create a light sauce.
  • Serve immediately, topped with extra butter and freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese.

Notes

Allergens: Wheat.
Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.