Buttered Noodles – Easy buttered noodles made with plenty of butter, grated cheddar cheese, and dried parsley. This is the SIMPLIEST pasta dish you’ll ever make!

Buttered Noodles Recipe
I have the easiest pasta recipe for you that is cooked and served in under 30 minutes!
These noodles are incredibly buttery and creamy, made with only a few simple ingredients, and is easily a family-favourite.
If you’re looking for a super quick and easy meal the whole family will love, then look no further!
Looking for recipes to pair with this pasta? Check out our Honey Garlic Pork Chops and our Baked Chicken Tenders.

Ingredients you’ll need
Here’s a list of ingredients you’ll need to make this recipe. You can find the recipe card at the bottom of this post for the complete list with their measurements.
- Uncooked noodles or pasta: I used spaghetti for this recipe, but you can use whichever pasta you prefer.
- Unsalted butter
- Mature cheddar cheese: Grated.
- Dried parsley: You’ll need 1 teaspoon. If using fresh parsley, you’ll want 1 tablespoon.
- Salt and black pepper: To taste. I usually go for 1/4 teaspoon each.

How to make Buttered Noodles
To make this recipe, simply cook the noodles as instructed on the packet, adding a tablespoon of salt to the pan of water.
Once cooked, drain and return the noodles to the pan.

Add the butter, grated cheese, parsley, salt, and pepper.

Toss until the butter is melted and the noodles are evenly coated.

Divide between plates or bowls and serve immediately.
The printable recipe card with the FULL list of ingredients and instructions can be found at the bottom of this post.

The best pasta for Buttered Noodles
The beauty of this recipe is that you can use any dried pasta you like! Here’s a list of pasta I recommend.
- Spaghetti
- Linguine
- Fettuccine
- Penne
- Fusilli
- Elbow macaroni
- Rigatoni
- Farfalle
- Ziti
These Buttered Noodles are:
- super quick and easy to make
- incredibly creamy and buttery
- made with just a few simple ingredients
- ready to serve in under 30 minutes!
Can I store these buttered noodles? Yes! Store leftover noodles in an airtight container and keep refrigerated for up to 5 days. Reheat in the microwave or on the stove.
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Buttered Noodles
Easy buttered noodles made with plenty of butter, grated Cheddar cheese, and dried parsley. This is the SIMPLIEST pasta dish you'll ever make!
Ingredients
- 10 oz (300g) uncooked noodles or pasta
- 1/4 cup (56g) unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup (50g) mature cheddar cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook the noodles as instructed on the packet, adding a tablespoon of salt to the pan of water.
- Once cooked, drain and return the noodles to the pan.
- Add the butter, cheese, parsley, salt, and pepper. Toss until the butter is melted and the noodles are evenly coated.
- Divide between plates and serve immediately.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 4 servings Serving Size: 1 servingAmount Per Serving: Calories: 429Total Fat: 16gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 43mgSodium: 163mgCarbohydrates: 56gFiber: 2gSugar: 2gProtein: 13g
Nutrition information is an estimate only. For the best accuracy, use your preferred nutrition calculator based on the actual ingredients you used for the recipe.
Brandy
Sunday 9th of October 2022
This is the perfect busy night dinner. It's quick to make and so very tasty. Always hits the spot!