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Easy Garlic Butter Meatballs served over creamy Parmesan linguine

This delightful dish features savory garlic butter meatballs served over a bed of creamy Parmesan linguine. It’s quick to prepare, making it perfect for a weeknight dinner that the whole family will enjoy.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 People
Calories 600 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 large mixing bowl
  • 1 baking sheet
  • 1 skillet
  • 1 pot for boiling pasta
  • 1 colander
  • 1 whisk
  • 1 wooden spoon

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ¼ cup milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 8 oz linguine pasta
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, milk, egg, minced garlic, Italian herbs, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
  • Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  • In a skillet, heat the olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Once hot, add the meatballs and cook for 5-7 minutes, turning them occasionally until browned all over.
  • Transfer the browned meatballs back to the baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes or until fully cooked.
  • While the meatballs are baking, cook the linguine according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  • In the same skillet used for the meatballs, reduce the heat to low. Add 2 tablespoons of butter and heavy cream. Stir continuously until the mixture starts to simmer.
  • Gradually whisk in the grated Parmesan cheese until fully melted and the sauce is smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Toss the cooked linguine in the creamy sauce to coat evenly.
  • Serve the creamy Parmesan linguine on plates, topped with the garlic butter meatballs. Garnish with chopped parsley.

Notes

You can substitute ground beef with ground turkey or chicken if desired.
For extra flavor, feel free to add some red pepper flakes to the sauce for a slight kick.
This dish pairs beautifully with a side salad or garlic bread.