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