Name: Easy Garlic Butter Meatballs Served Over Creamy Parmesan Linguine
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef; 1/2 cup breadcrumbs; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1 egg; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tsp Italian seasoning; Salt and pepper, to taste; 2 tbsp butter; 1 tbsp olive oil; 12 oz linguine pasta; 2 tbsp unsalted butter; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 cup heavy cream; 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning; Salt and pepper, to taste; Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Description

Delightfully tender and bursting with flavor, these easy garlic butter meatballs served over creamy Parmesan linguine offer a heartwarming dining experience.

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb ground beef
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 egg
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 tbsp butter
1 tbsp olive oil
12 oz linguine pasta
2 tbsp unsalted butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper, to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

Make the meatballs: In a mixing bowl, combine ground meat, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Shape into 1-inch balls.
Cook the meatballs: Heat 2 tbsp butter and 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add meatballs and brown for 8–10 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
Cook the pasta: In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil, then add linguine. Cook until al dente, usually 8-10 minutes. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain.
Make the sauce: In the same skillet, melt 2 tbsp butter and add 2 cloves minced garlic. Sauté for 30 seconds. Pour in heavy cream and simmer, stirring in Italian seasoning and Parmesan until thickened.
Combine everything: Return meatballs to skillet and add drained linguine. Toss to coat in sauce. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
Serve: Plate the creamy linguine and meatballs, garnishing with chopped parsley.

Notes

Make-ahead tips: Prepare the meatballs a day in advance and refrigerate. Bake or air-fry for a quicker option.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 650
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 450mg
Fat: 35g
Saturated Fat: 16g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 60g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 95mg

Keywords: meatballs, linguine, garlic butter, Italian, easy dinner, comfort food