Easy Garlic Butter Meatballs Served Over Creamy Parmesan Linguine
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Easy Garlic Butter Meatballs Served Over Creamy Parmesan Linguine. This delightful dish comes together in just 40 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or special family gatherings. Juicy meatballs are sautéed in rich garlic butter and paired with creamy Parmesan linguine, ensuring a meal that everyone will love. With minimal cleanup required and versatile serving options, this recipe will quickly become a go-to favorite in your household.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing/Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 12 oz linguine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Form into 1-inch meatballs.
- Heat butter and olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Brown the meatballs for about 8–10 minutes until cooked through; set aside.
- Boil salted water in a pot and cook linguine until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.
- In the same skillet, melt additional butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add heavy cream and Parmesan cheese; stir until thickened.
- Toss linguine with the sauce, adding reserved pasta water if needed for consistency.
- Serve topped with meatballs and garnish with fresh parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg