Garlic Butter Meatballs : Creamy Linguine Delight
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Garlic Butter Meatballs with Creamy Linguine Delight, a dish that brings comfort food to a whole new level. The succulent meatballs, infused with aromatic garlic and coated in a rich butter sauce, pair perfectly with velvety linguine pasta. This recipe is not only easy to prepare but also versatile enough for any occasion, from cozy family dinners to elegant gatherings. With its inviting aroma and satisfying taste, this meal will have everyone gathering around the table for seconds.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (or mix of beef and turkey)
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 12 oz linguine
- ¾ cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix ground beef, egg, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until just combined. Form into 1-inch meatballs.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; brown the meatballs on all sides for about 6–8 minutes total. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet over low heat, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Stir in lemon juice and parsley; return meatballs to coat in sauce.
- Cook linguine according to package directions; drain while reserving some pasta water. In a saucepan, melt butter, add cream and Parmesan until melted. Mix with linguine and adjust consistency with reserved pasta water.
- Serve meatballs over creamy linguine with extra garlic sauce drizzled on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg