Hilopites With Browned Butter

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 4

Hilopites with Browned Butter Recipe

by The Chefin Pasta

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 lb hilopites noodles or 1 lb other egg noodles
	1/2 lb salted butter
	2 cups kefalotyri , grated
	salt

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

722

Sugar

Fat

71g

Hilopites with Browned Butter is a traditional Greek dish made with homemade pasta and a simple browned butter sauce. This dish is popular in Greece and is often served as a simple comfort food for families. The pasta used in this dish, hilopites, is a type of Greek egg noodle that is often used in soups and stews. It has a slightly chewy texture and is versatile enough to be used in a variety of dishes. This recipe combines the delicate flavor of the hilopites with the nutty flavor of browned butter and salty kefalotyri cheese. The result is a rich and decadent dish that is perfect for a simple weeknight dinner.

Instructions

1.	Boil a pot of salted water to cook the hilopites or egg noodles until they are al dente.
2.	Meanwhile, heat the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook until the butter turns a light brown color and has a nutty aroma. Remove the pan from heat and allow it to cool.
3.	Drain the cooked pasta and add it to the pan with the browned butter. Toss the pasta in the pan over medium heat until it is fully coated with the butter.
4.	Add the grated kefalotyri cheese into the pan and stir into the pasta mixture.
5.	Serve the Hilopites with Browned Butter hot and enjoy!

PROS

This dish is a simple combination of buttery noodles and cheese that is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
It can be made with just a few ingredients and is easy to prepare.

The browned butter sauce adds a nutty and rich flavor to the dish.

CONS

The dish is rather heavy and high in calories due to the use of butter and cheese.
It may not be suitable for those who are on a low-fat diet.

The dish is quite simple and may not be suitable for those who prefer more complex dishes.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dish may not be the healthiest option, it can still provide some nutritional benefits.
Butter contains several vitamins and minerals necessary for good health in moderation. It is high in fat, however, so it should be consumed in moderation.
Kefalotyri cheese is a good source of calcium, which is important for healthy bones and teeth.