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Published: Jan 16, 2021 · Modified: Jan 18, 2022 by Genevieve · This post may contain affiliate links · This blog generates income via ads · 19 Comments

MIZITHRA CHEESE BROWNED BUTTER PASTA | OLD SPAGHETTI FACTORY RECIPE

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Mizithra Cheese Browned Butter Pasta is the world’s easiest pasta recipe. This pasta dish is the ultimate comfort food. Mizithra Cheese Pasta originated at the Old Spaghetti Factory restaurant and it’s one of their most popular dishes. All you’ll need for this delicious pasta recipe is linguini pasta, Mizithra cheese, black pepper, Himalayan sea salt, and butter. That’s it!

Mizithra Browned Butter Pasta

Mizithra Cheese Browned Butter Pasta is lovely any time of the year. It makes a delicious treat for Valentine's Day!

This easy Greek pasta dish pairs well with my Valentine's Day Hot Chocolate Bombs for an easy Valentine's dessert. You will of course need a cocktail for your romantic dinner, so why not try making my Citrus Spiced Mulled Wine recipe.

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  • Ingredients For Mizithra Cheese Browned Butter Pasta
  • Mizithra Cheese Browned Butter Pasta Is A Classic For Good Reason
  • A Classic Old Spaghetti Factory Recipe
  • Where Does Mizithra Cheese Originiate From?
  • How To Make This Easy Greek Italian Recipe
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Ingredients For Mizithra Cheese Browned Butter Pasta

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  • Mizithra Cheese (You can purchase this at your local grocery stores)
  • Linguini or Angel Hair Pasta
  • Grassfed Butter
  • Black Pepper
  • Himalayan Sea Salt
  • Fresh Parsley or Thyme (Optional)
  • Cheese Grater (I love this one here)

See recipe card below for quantities.

Mizithra Cheese Browned Butter Pasta Is A Classic For Good Reason

Mizithra Browned Butter Pasta

Mizithra Cheese Browned Butter Pasta is one of my favorite pasta dishes.

Every time I go to the Old Spaghetti Factory, I get this dish. Mizithra cheese and browned butter old spaghetti factory is a classic dish and one of their most popular recipes.

A Classic Old Spaghetti Factory Recipe

This copycat recipe is identical to the Old Spaghetti Factory version that you make at home.

Mizithra cheese is often overlooked at the grocery store. Next time you go shopping, make sure to pick up this affordable cheese option. Mizithra cheese and browned butter is the ultimate comfort food.

Old Spaghetti Factory recipes are some of my favorite classic Italian meals.

You can take this recipe up a notch by adding homemade Marinara sauce.

This light, nutty, buttery pasta is one you will make again and again!

Where Does Mizithra Cheese Originiate From?

Mizithra Cheese originates from the Greek Island of Crete.

Mizithra (Mi-zee-thra) is a traditional Greek whey cheese that has been enjoyed in Greece for thousands of years.

Mizithra Browned Butter Pasta

Mizithra Cheese is a comb of milk and whey derived from sheep's milk.

The mixtures of milk hail from the regions of Macedonia, Thrace, Thessalia, Sterea Hellas, Peloponissos, Ionian islands, Aegean island, and Crete island.

This light and airy Greek cheese is easy to cook with and makes delicious, buttery pasta.

How To Make This Easy Greek Italian Recipe

Mizithra Browned Butter Pasta

All you need for this easy pasta recipe is linguini or spaghetti, a ¾-pound of Mizithra cheese, and 1-cup of melted browned butter.

Cook the pasta according to package directions.

Brown the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Browned butter is simply melting the butter at a higher temperature.

Toss pasta with the shredded Mizithra Cheese and browned butter and combine.

Mizithra Cheese Spaghetti tastes wonderful for leftovers. Store leftover Mizithra Cheese pasta in a glass, airtight container for up to two days.

Note: This pasta dish does not freeze well.

Simply reheat and enjoy!

Mizithra Browned Butter Pasta

This is a lovely meal to make for your honey pie on Valentine’s Day.

Pair Mizithra Browned Butter Pasta with a glass of red wine and some steamed veggies for a delicious meal and enjoy my Easy Chocolate Ganache Tart for dessert.

After all, this is a recipe made for love!

Old Spaghetti Factory Pasta Dish

Mizithra Browned Butter Pasta will be added to your weekly dinner rotation.

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MIZITHRA BROWNED BUTTER PASTA

MIZITHRA BROWNED BUTTER PASTA

Genevieve Jerome
Mizithra Browned Butter Pasta is the world’s easiest pasta recipe and is comfort food at its finest. This is a recipe that originated at the Old Spaghetti Factory restaurant and it’s one of their most popular dishes and for good reason. All you’ll need for this delicious pasta recipe is linguini pasta, Mizithra cheese, and butter. That’s it!
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Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Total Time 15 mins
Course Dinner, Easy Dinners
Servings 4
Calories 929.66 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb linguini
  • 1 c melted butter 
  • ¾ lbs Mizithra Cheese 

Instructions
 

  • Cook the linguine according to package directions until Al Dente
  • Melt the butter until it is slightly browned
  • Pour the melted butter over the cooked pasta
  • Pour the shredded Mizithra Cheese over the pasta
  • Toss everything until the cheese and butter is combined into the pasta. 

Nutrition

Calories: 929.66kcalCarbohydrates: 37.66gProtein: 26.51gFat: 75.41gSaturated Fat: 45.4gCholesterol: 206.21mgSodium: 921.45mgFiber: 2.04gSugar: 1.08g
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  1. Jess says

    February 10, 2021 at 8:12 pm

    I had no idea how easy this is! Amazing!

    Reply
  2. Sara Welch says

    February 10, 2021 at 8:34 pm

    Loved how quickly this comes together-especially on busy weeknights! So easy and delicious to boot!

    Reply
  3. Jacque H says

    February 10, 2021 at 8:45 pm

    So much flavor from such a simple pasta dish. I can't wait to give this a try soon!

    Reply
  4. Jayne says

    February 10, 2021 at 9:15 pm

    This is a easy weeknight pasta favorite. Love the brown butter flavor

    Reply
  5. Chichi says

    February 11, 2021 at 5:01 pm

    I love brown butter. This pasta must taste nutty and delicious. Count me in.

    Reply
  6. Leslie says

    March 11, 2021 at 8:36 pm

    Our family is obsessed with pasta! I have not tried this yet, but I'm so excited to! I can tell, this is one we will all love!

    Reply
  7. Anjali says

    January 17, 2022 at 8:26 am

    5 stars
    This was like total comfort food! So easy to make and so satisfying too!

    Reply
    • Genevieve says

      January 20, 2022 at 2:48 am

      You can't go wrong with a delicious comfort food recipe! 🙂

      Reply
  8. Shivani Raja says

    January 17, 2022 at 10:33 am

    5 stars
    This looks divine! I have not tried Mizithra Cheese before but I can't wait to try it after seeing this!!

    Reply
    • Genevieve says

      January 20, 2022 at 2:48 am

      It's a unique and delicious cheese. Do let me know how it turns out. 🙂

      Reply
  9. Helen says

    January 17, 2022 at 11:24 am

    5 stars
    Yum! Love a cheesy pasta and this is so easy!

    Reply
    • Genevieve says

      January 20, 2022 at 2:47 am

      So easy and take less than 15-minutes and dinner is done. 🙂

      Reply
  10. Danielle says

    January 17, 2022 at 11:47 am

    5 stars
    What a quick and easy recipe! It came out so good it will definitely be a weeknight favorite!

    Reply
    • Genevieve says

      January 20, 2022 at 2:47 am

      This is awesome to hear!

      Reply
  11. Heidy says

    January 17, 2022 at 1:48 pm

    5 stars
    This pasta was so easy and delicious tasting. The family loved it. A must-keep recipe!

    Reply
    • Genevieve says

      January 20, 2022 at 2:47 am

      I'm so happy to hear that!

      Reply
  12. Jerika says

    January 17, 2022 at 2:16 pm

    5 stars
    We love pasta!:) Can't wait to try this Mizithra Cheese Browned Butter Pasta recipe with my family. Thanks!:)

    Reply
  13. Nora says

    February 24, 2022 at 9:33 am

    5 stars
    Yum, this looks delicious! Never heard of Mizithra cheese before, but I have to try your recipe out as soon as possible! Thank you for sharing!

    Reply
  14. Marcellina says

    February 24, 2022 at 10:53 am

    This is comfort food at it's absolute best!

    Reply

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