My kids loved buttered noodles when they were younger, but as they’ve gotten older, they are more open to trying noodles with different sauces. These garlic noodles have a lot of flavor but aren’t intimidating for young eaters. They’re tasty on their own for lunch or with a grilled protein in the mix.

The world is your noodle when it comes to this dish. I like to use a wide, flat rice noodle when I make them, but egg noodles or even spaghetti work well, too. Just stick to using about 10 ounces of noodles per batch of sauce.

The sauce is super fast to prepare, making it perfect for lunch or a fast weeknight dinner. First, whisk together some simple pantry ingredients. Then, sauté sliced garlic in butter in a large skillet. You don’t want the garlic browned, but just softened and aromatic. Add your noodles and the sauce to the skillet, stir everything together, and you’re done!