Grandma's 10-Minute Stellini Pasta with Butter

 

The Simplest, Most Comforting Meal You’ll Ever Make!

🍝✨ Tiny star-shaped pasta swimming in golden melted butter—this ultra-quick, nostalgic dish is pure comfort food magic. Ready in 10 minutes flat, it’s perfect for busy nights when you crave something simple, warm, and delicious.

✨ Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✔ Done in 10 minutes – Faster than takeout!
✔ Just 2 ingredients – Pantry staples only
✔ Childhood nostalgia – Tastes like grandma’s kitchen
✔ Endlessly customizable – Add cheese, herbs, or eggs

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🧈 Ingredients (Serves 2-3)

500g stelline (stellini) pasta (or any small pasta like orzo)

50g butter (salted or unsalted)

Salt to taste

Optional Upgrades

Grated Parmesan

Fresh parsley or chives

Black pepper

Fried egg on top

👵🏼 Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Cook the Pasta

Boil stellini in salted water for 7-8 mins (or per package instructions) until al dente.

Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain.

2. Butter It Up

Return pasta to the pot.

Add butter and stir until melted and creamy.

If needed, add a splash of pasta water to loosen.

3. Serve & Enjoy!

Season with extra salt if needed.

Top with Parmesan, herbs, or a fried egg if desired.

💡 Pro Tips

✅ Use real butter – Margarine won’t give the same rich flavor.

✅ Toast the butter – Cook until golden-brown for a nutty beurre noisette twist.

✅ Make it creamy – Stir in a spoonful of cream cheese or mascarpone.