Spaghetti Basilico

A versatile side dish that makes a delicious compliment for steak, barbecued chicken or sautéed shrimp.

1 (1 lb.) package spaghetti
1 stick butter
1 large clove garlic, crushed
2 T. dried sweet basil
1 T. dried parsley flakes
½ t. salt
Pepper to taste
2 oz. fresh Parmesan Cheese, grated

Boil pasta in salted water until done per package instructions. While pasta is cooking make sauce.

In large pan, melt butter over medium heat, add garlic and cook until transparent…about 1-2 minutes. Stir in basil and parsley; remove from heat.

Drain pasta and add salt, pepper and Parmesan Cheese; blend in seasoned butter mixture stirring well.

Serves 4-6