Fettuccine with Garlic Herb Butter

This is wonderful! Try as much or as little of the fresh herbs to suit your tastes. Serve with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and some warm bread, if desired.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 189 Calories

Ingredients

• ⅛ teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon butter
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 pinch ground black pepper
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
• 6 ounces dry fettuccini pasta
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh marjoram (Optional)
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme (Optional)

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.

Step 2

Meanwhile, in a small saucepan over medium heat, melt 1 teaspoon butter. Add garlic and cook for 30 to 60 seconds or until garlic begins to turn golden.

Step 3

In a small bowl, combine parsley, basil, marjoram, thyme, 1 tablespoon butter, salt and ground black pepper with cooked garlic; mix well. Toss with pasta and serve.