Parmesan Butter Fusilli

Instructions

1. 1

   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fusilli pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente.

2. 2

   While the pasta is cooking, melt the unsalted butter in a large pan over medium heat.

3. 3

   Once the pasta is cooked, reserve a cup of the pasta water and then drain the pasta.

4. 4

   Add the drained pasta to the pan with the melted butter. Toss to coat the pasta evenly.

5. 5

   Gradually add the grated Parmesan cheese to the pasta, stirring continuously until the cheese is melted and well combined.

6. 6

   If the pasta seems dry, add a little of the reserved pasta water to achieve the desired consistency.

7. 7

   Season with salt and black pepper to taste, and toss everything together.

8. 8

   Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.