Butter Garlic Ditalini Pasta

A simple comforting pasta dish featuring tender ditalini tossed with aromatic garlic and rich creamy butter Perfect for a quick weeknight meal or as a flavorful side

I often make this dish when I need something satisfying yet simple My family loves its buttery garlic taste and it always disappears fast

Ingredients

• Pasta: 200 g (about 7 oz) ditalini pasta
• Dairy: 3 tbsp unsalted butter
• Aromatics: 3 large cloves garlic, finely minced

Instructions

Step 1:

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil Add ditalini and cook according to package instructions until al dente Reserve ¼ cup of pasta cooking water then drain pasta

Step 2:

While pasta cooks melt butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat Add minced garlic and gently sauté for 12 minutes until fragrant but not browned

Step 3:

Add cooked ditalini to the skillet with garlic butter Toss well to coat adding a splash of reserved pasta water as needed for a silky sauce

Step 4:

Taste and season with salt and pepper if desired Serve immediately optionally garnished with parsley or grated parmesan

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This dish always brings my family together for a cozy meal after busy days

Notes

For extra flavor add a pinch of red pepper flakes when sautéing garlic Swap ditalini for other small pasta shapes if needed To make it vegan use plant-based butter

Required Tools

Large pot Colander Large skillet Wooden spoon or spatula Chefs knife and cutting board

Allergen Information

Contains Wheat (gluten) Dairy (butter) Ensure the butter is free from additives if you have sensitivities Always check pasta labels for allergens

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This simple butter and garlic ditalini is a perfect quick meal that never fails to satisfy