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The Garlic Butter Spaghetti with Herbs I Make Every Weeknight

The Garlic Butter Spaghetti with Herbs I Make Every Weeknight
Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Total
35 min
Serves
8
Calories
172 kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 lbwhole wheat spaghetti
  • 6 tablespoonsbutter (plus more for serving)
  • 8 clovesgarlic (minced)
  • 1 large bunchbasil (chopped)
  • 1 large bunchbaby spinach (chopped)
  • 2 teaspoonssalt
  • 1 teaspoonblack pepper
  • —Parmigiano Reggiano cheese (for topping)

Instructions

  1. 1

    Cook the spaghetti according to package directions.

  2. 2

    Meanwhile, heat the butter together in a large nonstick skillet over medium low heat. Add the minced garlic and saute for 3-5 minutes, until soft and fragrant. Be careful not to burn or over-brown the garlic because it will taste bitter. Low and slow is the winner here.

  3. 3

    Chop the spinach and basil (I had about 5 cups total - it reduces quite a bit as it wilts) into small bite-sized pieces and add to the skillet, stirring for just a minute or two to get the greens softened slightly. Season with salt.

  4. 4

    Add the spaghetti to the skillet (or vice versa depending on pan size) and season with salt and pepper. Toss well to combine and let it all rest for a few minutes to stick together a bit. Serve with an additional pat of butter and/or fresh grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese.