Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add dried pasta and cook until al dente, usually 8-10 minutes. Reserve 3/4 cup of cooking water and then drain the rest.

In a large skillet, melt butter over low heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant without browning the garlic.

Add the drained pasta to the skillet and toss to coat in the garlic butter. Gradually stir in Parmesan cheese and enough reserved pasta water until the sauce is glossy.

Season with salt and ground black pepper. Optionally sprinkle with additional Parmesan and parsley before serving.